Disclosures & Giving Policies

Transparency builds trust. Below are our legal notices, donation and refund policies, and how we steward gifts at Dads Figure It Out Foundation, Inc.

Organization & Contact

Dads Figure It Out Foundation, Inc. (“DFIO Foundation”) is a Florida nonprofit corporation dedicated to recognizing dads and supporting families.

For governance documents or additional information, please contact us at the email above.

Florida Charitable Solicitation Status Florida

DFIO Foundation is formed in Florida and complies with Florida charitable solicitation requirements. We will register (or claim an exemption) with the Florida Department of Agriculture & Consumer Services (FDACS) as required by Chapter 496, Florida Statutes, and will publish the registration number and required disclosure language here once issued.

Plain-English note: Florida’s law distinguishes between organizations that must register and those that qualify for exemptions (e.g., certain revenue levels or absence of paid solicitors). We monitor our status and file promptly when thresholds or conditions require.

IRS 501(c)(3) Determination Status

Recognized: Dads Figure It Out Foundation, Inc. is recognized by the Internal Revenue Service as a tax-exempt organization under IRC §501(c)(3) and classified as a public charity under IRC §170(b)(1)(A)(vi).

  • IRS determination date: October 16, 2025
  • Effective date of exemption: October 1, 2025

Verification: view our verification sheet / determination letter or search our EIN on the IRS Tax-Exempt Organization Search (TEOS).

Tax-Deductibility & Receipts

  • Deductibility: Contributions to DFIO Foundation are generally tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law (IRC §170). The organization also qualifies to receive tax-deductible bequests, devises, transfers, or gifts under IRC §§2055, 2106, and 2522.
  • Receipts: We issue an email receipt for each gift. Unless stated otherwise, no goods or services were provided in exchange for this contribution.
  • Quid pro quo / FMV: If a thank-you item is provided, the receipt will state its fair market value (FMV); only the amount exceeding FMV is deductible.
  • Fiscal year end: December 31.

Donations, Designations & Restrictions

  • Unrestricted gifts are used where most needed to advance our mission.
  • We honor reasonable donor designations when practicable; if a designation is impracticable or becomes unnecessary, funds may be redirected to the area of greatest need.
  • In-kind gifts are accepted at our discretion; please contact us before shipping items.
  • Recurring donors may change or cancel at any time (see “Refunds & Cancellations”).

Refunds & Cancellations

We’ll correct processing errors and consider refund requests within 30 days of a transaction. To request a correction or cancel a recurring gift, email info@dadsfigureitout.org with your name, amount, date, and reason. Approved refunds are returned to the original payment method.

Privacy & Data

We respect donor privacy and handle personal information in line with our Privacy Policy and Terms of Use. We do not sell donor information. Limited data may be shared with vendors strictly to process donations and communications.

Non-Discrimination

DFIO Foundation does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status in its programs or activities.

Policy Updates

We may revise these disclosures and policies to reflect law, guidance, or operational updates. Changes take effect when posted on this page.

Last updated: October 27, 2025