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Frequently asked questions Answers to the most common questions about the Wikimedia Foundation, Wikipedia, and more. Frequently asked questions Help expandhuman knowledge There are many different ways for you to support us. Here are some ideas for putting your skills and passions to use: Subscribe for news Get the latest updates about the Wikimedia Foundation….

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Give monthly If you use Wikipedia regularly and want to keep it growing, a monthly gift is the most effective way to ensure that Wikipedia continues to grow and serve millions around the world. What does the Wikimedia Foundation do? Why become a monthly donor? The internet would not be the same without Wikipedia, and….

Manage your donation  Thank you for supporting the Wikimedia Foundation – we appreciate your commitment to sustaining Wikipedia for the long term. Change or cancel your regular donation Recurring donations are the most effective way to keep Wikipedia thriving and help us plan for the future, so your support has made a real difference. We….

Workplace giving One of the easiest, most effective ways a company can support the Wikimedia Foundation is by offering employees the option to give at work. Find a program that fits you These programs can double and sometimes triple the impact donors can make with their gifts. There are several ways companies can participate: Start….

Stock donation Donating stock is one of the most tax-efficient ways to give and allows you to impact our mission while saving money on your taxes. How to give Through our partner, Overflow, it’s now easier and more secure to make a stock donation than ever. For more information or to donate stock, please follow….

Charitable gift annuities For donors in the US aged 55 or older, a charitable gift annuity (CGA) can provide you and/or your loved ones with an income for life or for a specific number of years. Learn more In addition to an immediate income tax deduction, you will enjoy the satisfaction of knowing your gift….

IRA charitable rollovers If you are a US taxpayer aged 70½ or older, you may be eligible for the IRA charitable rollover, also known as a qualified charitable distribution (QCD). These tax-advantaged distributions allow you to make a gift to the Wikimedia Endowment from your IRA without paying income tax on the amount transferred. A….

Donor advised funds Donor advised funds (DAFs) allow you to combine favorable tax benefits with the flexibility to support your preferred causes. How to give Here is how you can recommend a grant from your DAF to the Wikimedia Foundation, Inc: Your advisor can mail the grant with your name, contact information and check to:….

This week, Wikimania 2025, the twentieth edition of the flagship annual conference that celebrates Wikipedia and other Wikimedia projects, will take place in Kenya.