Wikipedia donate by mail
Wikipedia is a non-profit organization that relies on donations to operate and maintain its online encyclopedia. While Wikipedia accepts donations online, it also provides a way to donate by mail. Here's how:
Donating by Mail
To donate by mail, you can send a check or money order to:
Wikipedia Annual Giving 555 N. Grant St. San Francisco, CA 94108
Donation Options
When sending a donation by mail, you can specify how you'd like your donation to be used. Here are some options:
- General Fund: Your donation will be used to support Wikipedia's general operations, including server costs, staff salaries, and content development.
- Specific Project: You can specify a specific project or initiative you'd like to support, such as the Wikimedia Foundation's education programs or the development of new features.
- In Honor/Memory: You can make a donation in honor or memory of someone, and Wikipedia will send a notification to the recipient or their family.
Donation Amounts
There is no minimum or maximum donation amount, but here are some suggested donation levels:
- $10: Supports a single article on Wikipedia
- $25: Supports a day's worth of server costs
- $50: Supports a week's worth of content development
- $100: Supports a month's worth of operations
Tax Deductibility
Donations to Wikipedia are tax-deductible in the United States. You will receive a receipt for your donation, which you can use for tax purposes.
Additional Information
Before sending a donation by mail, please note the following:
- Make sure to include your name and address on the check or money order.
- If you're making a donation in honor or memory of someone, please include their name and a brief message.
- If you have any specific instructions or requests, please include a note with your donation.
By donating to Wikipedia by mail, you'll be supporting the continued growth and development of this valuable online resource.