Donations Policy
Augustinian Recollects
The Augustinian Recollects are dedicated to living out the charism of St. Augustine, centered on community life, chastity, poverty, and obedience. Our mission is to pursue truth, serve the Church with evangelical zeal, and spread God's love through pastoral ministry, education, and community outreach.
Your generous donations help sustain our missionary work, spiritual formation programs, and service to communities across the Church.
How We Collect Donations
We accept donations through the following methods:
- Credit and Debit Cards
- PayPal
- Other secure online payment platforms
All donations are processed through trusted third-party payment providers that use industry-standard security measures to protect your financial information.
👉 We do not store your full credit card or payment details on our servers.
Information We Collect
When you make a donation, we may collect the following information:
- Full name (optional)
- Email address (optional)
- Donation amount
- Payment method used
- Billing country (if applicable)
This information is collected solely for donation processing, record-keeping, and communication related to your gift.
How We Use Donation Data
Your donation information is used to:
- Process and acknowledge your donation
- Issue receipts or confirmations
- Maintain internal financial records
- Communicate important updates related to your contribution
We do not sell, rent, or share donor information with third parties for marketing or commercial purposes.
PayPal and Third-Party Payments
Donations made via PayPal or other payment gateways are subject to the privacy policies and terms of those providers. We encourage donors to review PayPal's privacy policy directly on their website.
The Augustinian Recollects are not responsible for the data practices of third-party payment services.
Data Protection & Security
We take reasonable measures to safeguard donor information, including:
- Secure payment processing
- Limited access to donor data
- Compliance with applicable data protection laws
While we strive to protect your personal information, no online system can be guaranteed 100% secure.
Refund Policy
Donations are considered voluntary and non-refundable, except in cases of clear error or duplicate transactions.
If you believe a mistake has occurred, please contact us promptly for assistance.
Terms & Conditions
By making a donation, you agree that:
- Your donation is made voluntarily and without expectation of goods or services in return
- Funds will be used to support the mission and works of the Augustinian Recollects
- You are authorized to use the selected payment method
- You have read and accepted this Donations Policy, Privacy Policy, and Terms & Conditions
Our Mission
At the heart of the Augustinian Recollects is a commitment to embodying the teachings of St. Augustine through:
- Pastoral ministry
- Educational programs
- Missionary outreach
- Spiritual formation
- Community-building initiatives
Our work aims to unite people in faith, foster spiritual growth, and serve the broader Church community in love and humility.
Your support enables us to continue this sacred tradition and make a meaningful difference in the lives we serve.
Contact Us
If you have any questions about our Donations Policy, please contact us:
24 Neptune St, Project 8, Quezon City, 1106 Metro Manila, Philippines