Frequently Asked Questions


How Safe is the SsA dontation process?

Our site only faciliates a donation from your bank directly to the SSA via a check. Visit the Social Security Administration website on donations: https://www.ssa.gov/agency/donations.html

IS the DONATION TAX DEDUCTIBLE?

Yes! You can claim a 100% tax deduction for this donation to the Social Security Fund. Your cancelled check will act as your dontation verification and you can reduce your taxes.

Do I have to give up my Social security?

No, you should only give what you are able to afford without hindering your lifestyle. You can give as little as $1 or an unlimited amount. You will still receive your social security payments as scheduled and your future SSA payments will not be affected in any way.

Who can participate?

Anyone can provide a donation to the Social Securty Funds and receive a tax deduction.

DOES ANY OF MY DONATION GO TO FUND THE SOCIAL SECURITY PROJECT?

100% of your dontantion goes directly to the Social Secuirty Fund. You can choose to support the Social Security Project if you so choose.

i want to send a check myself vs. having the SOCIAL SECURITY PROJECT do it for me.

Ok, no problem You must follow these SSA instructions:

  1. Make out a check or money order payable to the “Social Security Administration” for the amount you wish to donate.

  2. Write a letter stating that the donation you are giving is unconditional.

  3. Specify in the letter which Trust Fund you want to donate to:

    • Old-Age and Survivors Insurance Trust Fund; or

    • Disability Insurance Trust Fund

    If you do not specify which Trust Fund you want your donation to go to, we will credit it to the Old-Age and Survivors Insurance Trust Fund.

  4. Mail your check or money order and the letter to:

Social Security Administration
Office of Finance
P.O. Box 17042
Baltimore, Maryland 21235
OR
Mail or take your check or money order and the letter to your local Social Security field office.

Can I leave a donation in my will?

You can also leave a gift to the Social Security Trust Funds in your will. The executor of your will would be the one to prepare the check or money order, write the letter, and mail or take them to Social Security.

Where Can I get more information on SSA?

Visit this link for quick facts and information on the Social Security Funds.

https://www.ssa.gov/news/press/factsheets/basicfact-alt.pdf

HOW DO I KNOW THIS SITE IS LEGITIMANT?

Visit the Social Security Administration website on donations: https://www.ssa.gov/agency/donations.html