Refund Policy (Donations) - Shika Foundation

At Shika Foundation, we deeply value your support and your trust in our mission. As a non-profit organization, transparency and fairness are central to our relationship with our donors. Please read our refund policy below for donations made via our website or other channels.

1. Donations are Voluntary

  • All donations to Shika Foundation are voluntary and made with the donor’s full consent.
  • We encourage donors to carefully check the amount, cause, and personal details before submitting any donation.

2. Refund Circumstances

  • Refunds for donations are possible only in cases of genuine error, unauthorized transaction, or fraudulent/double payments.
  • No refunds will be given for valid donations voluntarily made to support our initiatives.

3. Refund Request Procedure

  • To initiate a refund, donors must contact us at donate@shikafoundationtrust.in within 7 days of the transaction, providing:
    • Full Name
    • Donation Date and Transaction Reference/Receipt
    • Donation Amount
    • Payment Method
    • Reason for requesting a refund

4. Refund Process

  • Upon receiving your request, our team will review and may contact you for additional information or clarification.
  • Approved refunds will be processed using the same payment method within 15 working days.
  • The foundation is not responsible for delays caused by banks, payment gateways, or technical issues.

5. Tax Benefits and Receipts

  • If a refund is issued, the donor must return or destroy any tax receipts/certificates issued.
  • Tax exemptions claimed on refunded donations are subject to statutory reversal as per regulations.

6. Contact Us

  • For any donation refund queries or assistance, email us at donate@shikafoundationtrust.in or write to:
  • Shika Foundation Trust, SISAUNDHA P O P S, DHANSOI, DIST BUXAR, BIHAR - 802117

Shika Foundation reserves the right to amend this policy as required. Any changes will be updated on this page.