Our Commitment to Ethical Fundraising
Dignified Storytelling
Respecting the privacy and dignity of every beneficiary by avoiding exploitative imagery or narratives.
Voluntary Giving
Ensuring all contributions are made without coercion, hidden fees, or misleading pressure tactics.
Transparent Communication
Clear reporting on how every rupee is utilized and verification of beneficiary needs.
Topics
- Donor Autonomy
- Image & Video Usage
- Fund Utilization
- Beneficiary Privacy
- Fraud Prevention
- Regulatory Compliance
Respect for Donor Autonomy
At Social Angel, we believe donor intent must always be respected. Our platform empowers donors with full visibility and control over their contributions.
- Informed Consent: Donors are provided detailed information including campaign goals, beneficiary details, and funding progress before contributing.
- No Hidden Charges: Platform fees and payment gateway charges are transparently disclosed before payment.
- Freedom to Choose: Donations are never redirected to other campaigns without donor consent.
- Secure Transactions: Payments are processed through secure and trusted payment gateways.
Image & Video Usage Policy
Media shared on Social Angel must respect the dignity and privacy of beneficiaries while accurately representing their situation.
What We Do
- Use authentic and high-quality images.
- Ensure beneficiary dignity and respectful storytelling.
- Obtain consent from beneficiaries or guardians.
- Provide contextual information about the situation.
What We Don't
- Graphic or disturbing imagery.
- Staged or misleading photographs.
- Content that humiliates beneficiaries.
- Unauthorized use of personal images.
Fund Utilization & Verification
Trust is the foundation of crowdfunding. Social Angel ensures all campaigns undergo verification and maintain transparency in fund utilization.
- Hospital Verification: Medical campaigns are verified with hospitals before approval.
- Document Validation: Fundraisers must provide supporting documents such as prescriptions, estimates, or certificates.
- Post-Campaign Updates: Fundraisers are expected to share utilization proof such as bills, discharge summaries, or invoices.
- Monitoring: Social Angel continuously reviews campaigns to ensure ethical fundraising practices.
Beneficiary Privacy & Protection
Protecting the dignity and personal data of beneficiaries is a key principle of our platform.
- Consent-Based Sharing: Personal stories or images are shared only with consent.
- Limited Personal Data: Only necessary information is displayed publicly.
- Data Protection: Sensitive information is securely stored and protected according to data protection practices.
- Respectful Communication: Campaign descriptions must avoid sensationalism or emotional exploitation.
Fraud Prevention & Accountability
Social Angel has systems in place to detect and prevent fraudulent campaigns to protect donor trust.
- Campaign Review: Each campaign is reviewed before publishing.
- Verification Checks: Identity and document verification are conducted where required.
- Reporting Mechanism: Donors can report suspicious campaigns for investigation.
- Immediate Action: Fraudulent campaigns are removed and funds are protected.
Regulatory Compliance & Standards
Social Angel follows national guidelines and industry best practices to ensure ethical crowdfunding and responsible advertising.