FAQsFrequently Asked Questions
Answers: Q: Does it cost the charities to register? A: No - The charities are not charged anything for registering, join the directory or using any of the special features of the site. We feel that would be wrong! Top Q: Is the registration process open to all charities? A: Yes - All of our local charities will be invited join. Once registered, a charity must be in good standings with our community to remain. If for some reason a charity is removed, they can reapply after the the issue(s) that brought the removal have been resolved to the community's approval. Top Q: Will the website act as a public forum for and about the charities? A: Yes - There are special features of the site that are designed for public feedback and general review of the charities and their events. These features are interactive and open to the public to voice their concerns and praise. We feel that feedback should be open, good and bad if it is warranted. Top Q: Would a Ocala Charities.com representative attend a charity's board meeting? A: Yes - Just give us ample time to schedule one of your future board meetings and we will be happy to attend. Until then, send us an email or give us a call if you have concerns. Top Q: Does it cost the charities anything to list an item in the auction? A: No - The Charity Auction Section of this website is a free service to the charities. The charities will get 100% of the final bid of the item, unless there is some clause stated in that auction's anouncement. Top Q: Is there a reserved dollar amount for an auction item? A: No - Whenever an item is listed in the auction, the starting bid needs to be the minimum bid accepted for the item. In reality, an item placed for auction should be sold to the highest bidder regardless of the ending or highest bid. All bidders are required to read the Charity Auction Agreement prior to participating. Top Q: Can an individual or business offer an item for auction? A: Yes - That is if 100% of the proceeds go to one of our registered charities. The charity must be noted in the auction's listing. Top Q: Will the format of the website change? A: Yes & No - We will try our hardest to keep up with the ever changing capabilities of the internet and our community. We will try to manage all of the feedback we get from our users in hopes to meet everyones needs. But this website will remain with the primary focus being on our charities, not our local businesses, some glamor images or advertising. Top If your question was not addressed above, please let us know. Click here to submit a question. |