Frequently Asked Questions
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Everything You Need To Know
Search questions below or select a category to find answers about our programs, tax-deductible giving, and community missions.
Donations
Is my donation to Humanitarian Initiatives, Inc. tax-deductible?
Yes, 100%. Humanitarian Initiatives, Inc. is a nonprofit organization currently pending 501(c)(3) status. As soon as you complete your donation on our Donate Page, you are automatically issued an official tax receipt complete with our EIN, transaction reference code, and date for your IRS records.
Giving
How does monthly recurring giving work, and can I cancel anytime?
Monthly recurring gifts provide steady, dependable funding for our student STEM scholarships and continuous food caravans. You retain complete freedom to modify, pause, or cancel your recurring contribution at any time by contacting our support team at autodev87@gmail.com.
Donations
Can I direct my donation to a specific initiative or campaign?
Yes! On our checkout form, you can allocate your donation specifically to: Women in STEM Scholarships, My Medicine Bag Campaign, Autism Advocacy & Sensory Kits, Food & Hygiene Relief, or Global Missions in Africa and the Caribbean.
STEM Grants
How do students apply for STEM Academic Grants and laptops?
STEM grants and equipment applications open bi-annually. High school counselors, university advisors, and community leaders submit candidate nominations. Eligible students can also reach out to our team directly via autodev87@gmail.com with proof of enrollment and their area of study.
Health & Wellness
What is the "My Medicine Bag" program, and who receives it?
My Medicine Bag is a public wellness and medication safety initiative. We distribute organizer bags, expiration tracking charts, and first-aid supplies to families, seniors, and local shelters, while conducting community workshops on safe medication storage and poison prevention.
Advocacy
What support do you provide for autism and neurodivergent individuals?
We sponsor community inclusion circles, equip schools and faith centers with sensory calming kits (noise-canceling headphones, weighted lap pads, tactile tools), and organize educational seminars to promote acceptance and accessibility for neurodivergent youth and their families.
Global Missions
What international relief operations do you currently lead?
Our international relief caravans deliver emergency medical supplies, sterile equipment, water filtration stations, and school books to underserved partner clinics and schools across Nigeria, Kenya, and the Caribbean.
Partnerships
Can corporations partner or match employee donations?
Absolutely. We actively partner with corporate CSR programs, matching gift platforms, and community foundations. If your employer provides matching gifts or you want to arrange a company sponsorship, contact our executive director at autodev87@gmail.com.
Direct Support
Have a specific question not covered here?
Our friendly team is always available to assist with donation inquiries, grant applications, and volunteer opportunities.