# Financial Contributions – How to Donate

Source: https://www.opensourceeurope.org/docs/how-it-works/financial-contributions-how-to-donate/

Guides for donors and financial contributors.

Choose the route that matches the donor or funding arrangement. For an ordinary contribution, start on the Collective's Open Collective page. The card, PayPal and bank transfer options are described below.

## Find the right route

| What you want to do                    | Guide                                                                                                                                                           |
| -------------------------------------- | --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- |
| Donate by bank transfer                | [Bank transfer instructions](https://www.opensourceeurope.org/docs/how-it-works/financial-contributions-how-to-donate/wire-transfer-instructions-via-open-collective-platform/) |
| Apply for or receive a grant           | [Grant applications](https://www.opensourceeurope.org/docs/how-it-works/financial-contributions-how-to-donate/applying-for-grants/)                                             |
| Receive GitHub sponsorships            | [Connect GitHub Sponsors](https://www.opensourceeurope.org/docs/how-it-works/financial-contributions-how-to-donate/setting-up-github-sponsors/)                                 |
| Arrange tax-deductible U.S. giving     | [U.S. donation routes](https://www.opensourceeurope.org/docs/what-we-offer/tax-deductible-giving-for-us-donors/)                                                              |
| Receive a crypto donation              | [Crypto donations through Every.org](https://www.opensourceeurope.org/docs/how-it-works/financial-contributions-how-to-donate/contributions-in-cryptocurrencies/)               |
| Consider another crowdfunding platform | [Fundraising tools and external platforms](https://www.opensourceeurope.org/docs/how-it-works/financial-contributions-how-to-donate/fundraising-tools-and-resources/)           |
| Request a donation refund              | [Refund requests](https://www.opensourceeurope.org/docs/how-it-works/financial-contributions-how-to-donate/refunds/)                                                            |

Before choosing a route, check the [current hosting fees](https://www.opensourceeurope.org/docs/faq/general-faqs/#how-much-does-it-cost). Contact OSE before you set up an external collection or promise goods, services or other benefits in return for funding.

## Why Donate via Open Source Europe?

Through Open Source Europe (OSE), donors can support Collectives transparently and securely. Hosted Collectives don't need their own bank account or legal entity: OSE receives and manages the funds for them. Donors can also choose to be publicly acknowledged on the Collective’s profile.

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## Accepted Payment Methods

You can make a contribution through:

* Credit or debit card
* PayPal
* Bank transfer (SEPA or international)

> **Note:** When you make a bank transfer, include the name of the Collective and your order number in the payment reference. If you cannot, contact us at <home@opensourceeurope.org> with your transaction details, so we can assign the payment correctly.

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## Information Required

When donating, you may be asked for:

* Your full name
* Your email address
* Your organization name (if applicable)
* Your payment method details

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## Bank Transfer Instructions

If you want to contribute by bank transfer, follow the step-by-step guide here:\
👉 [Wire Transfer Instructions](https://www.opensourceeurope.org/docs/how-it-works/financial-contributions-how-to-donate/wire-transfer-instructions-via-open-collective-platform/)

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## Tax-Deductible Giving

U.S. donors can use the established Myriad → OCEF → OSE route for tax-deductible giving, subject to applicable tax rules. Contact OSE before you pay, so that OSE can organise the right route. See [U.S. giving](https://www.opensourceeurope.org/docs/what-we-offer/tax-deductible-giving-for-us-donors/).

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## Need Help?

If you’re not sure which method to use, or want to check your transaction, contact us:\
📧 <home@opensourceeurope.org>

## Hosting fees

See the [current OSE fee reference](https://www.opensourceeurope.org/docs/faq/general-faqs/#how-much-does-it-cost).