Sree Lakshmi Narasimha Hindu Temple & Community center

Donating to a nonprofit organization, such as a Hindu temple nonprofit, is a meaningful way to support religious, cultural, and community-based initiatives. Here's a complete guide to how you can donate, what to consider, and the benefits:

• Most temples have a secure donation page on their website. 
• Accepts credit/debit cards, ACH, PayPal, or other online payment systems. 
• Often includes options to donate for:
  • General fund 
  • Annadanam (free meals)
  • Building/renovation fund
  • Specific pujas or festivals
     

• Donation boxes (Hundi) inside the temple 
• Check or cash given at the temple front desk 
• Donations for special pujas or events
   

• Write a check payable to the temple's registered nonprofit name 
• Include a note stating the purpose (e.g., “General Fund,” “Annadanam,” “Kumbhabhishekam Fund”)
   

• Many temples offer auto-debit/monthly giving programs 
• Helps the temple plan consistent services and events
   

• Some employers match donations via platforms like:
   
  • Benevity 
  • YourCause 
  • CyberGrants 
  • Network for Good
     

• Property, stocks, or vehicles (tax-deductible in many cases) 
• Volunteering professional services (legal, accounting, construction, etc.)
   

• If the temple is a 501(c)(3) tax-exempt organization, your donation is:
  • Tax-deductible in the U.S. 
  • You’ll receive a donation receipt
• You can claim this when filing taxes (Schedule A – Itemized Deductions.
• Information to Include for Donation Receipt

Make sure your donation receipt includes:

• Name and EIN (Employer Identification Number) of the organization 
• Amount donated
• Statement like: “No goods or services were provided in exchange for this donation.” 
• Date of donation