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Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe to use my credit card or give my personal information?
A: Your security is important to us! For that reason, we only use PayPal (Paypal.com) to receive payments.
You may use your Paypal account if you have one, or PayPal can take any major credit card. You will be taken
off our site onto PayPal's secure site. That way, your credit information is never seen by us or handled through
the auction software.
We also have a SSL certificate, a digital certificate that authenticates the identity of a Web site and encrypts
information that is sent to the server using Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) technology. An SSL certificate on a
Web site insures that sensitive data is safe from prying eyes.
If you'd like more information about the safety of Paypal, here's a third party site, About.com, that discusses the safety measure
Paypal uses.http://netforbeginners.about.com/od/ebay101/ss/paypal101_4.htm
About.com says:
"PayPal is guaranteed against fraud and identity theft. PayPal guarantees 100% protection against unauthorized payments from
your account. Every transaction is confirmed by email to the PayPal account holder. Any transaction you wish to dispute will give
you access to a 24/7 support team of analysts who will sort out your problem for you."
Q: What about my purchase? How do I know I"m getting what I pay for?
A: For items AWB lists on the auction, we use reputable vendors who specialize in providing items for charitable
auctions. Our vendor for vacation packages has worked with over 4,000 non-profits in all 50 states for the past
12 years. The winning bidder is sent a certificate package via signature required delivery. All packages include
instructions so winning bidders can self book. In addition, they provide you with a travel concierge if you have
any questions.
Autographed items come from one of the oldest established online autographed dealers. They are UACC
REGISTERED DEALER #237 (the most respected and elite autograph organization in the world) and are an
Accredited Better Business Bureau Member with a lifetime complaint free record. They have excellent
references for both their charity work and for autographs from well know charities such as Ronald McDonald
House and United Firefighters of America.
Our vendor who supplies electronics offers the guarantee that all products purchased are free of defects or you
may return the item immediately for a new replacement. If the item was damaged during shipment, they send
instructions on how to file a claim. If you are not satisfied with the item, you may return it to them within a period
of 30 days.
We do not stock or ship anything, but will be glad to answer questions and make sure that you are satisfied with
your purchase. Please contact us at awbf@bellsouth.net
Q: Does a purchase through the AWB Online Auction qualify as a charitable contribution?
A: Probably the most common misconception bidders have about charitable auctions is that any payment they
make for items purchased constitutes a charitable contribution to the sponsoring charity. In fact, a charitable
contribution results only if the amount paid for the item exceeds its fair market value. The fact that the
item was donated to the charity does not change the result. The buyers have entered into a quid pro quo
transaction in which they received value for the payment they made. A quid pro quo transaction is not a gift.
In this case, the starting bid is the fair market value. So anything you pay above the starting bid is your
charitable donation. For more information: http://www.pgdc.com/pgdc/tax-considerations-charitable-auctions
Q: How will my contribution be used?
A: You donation goes to your team to provide MnemeTherapy services. If no team is designated, the funds will
provide matching grants for opening AWB Chapters. Want more info?
The Art Without Boundaries Foundation has tax exempt status under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue
Code. AWBF is also a virtual organization, eliminating the need for a brick and mortar office, huge staff salaries
and the many expenses associated with running an office. We are run by volunteers and our budget is less
than $50 per month. Generally when you make a donation to a charitable organization, 80-90% of it goes just to
keep the doors open. We don't have any doors!
Q: Why can't I use my own Paypal address for direct payment?
A: This is a charitable auction. Anything you list will be given as a donation. All funds will be handled through the
AWBF and therefore will count as a charitable donation for our bidders. (see questions above) If the money
went to you or through you, the winner could not claim the deduction. Please list awbf@bellsouth.net as
payment address.
Q: What is MnemeTherapy?
A: MnemeTherapy™ uses everyday pleasures such as singing, movement, painting and story telling in a unique
combination to stimulate dramatic changes in the brain. Although our goal is to provide a rewarding experience,
documented testimonies show significant improvement in some clients in verbal skills, mobility, combativeness,
spatial acuity and understanding instructions.
Q: Is this the same as Art Therapy?
A: No. Art Therapy, is a psychological process and therefore must be licensed by the state. Art Therapy uses
expressive or creative art with the goal of exploring feelings. MnemeTherapy™ is not about feelings or talking
about the art, it's about the brain and synaptic development. Our goal is provide a rewarding experience and we
use everyday, pleasurable experiences in a unique combination such as singing and painting, movements,
story telling and praise to create whole brain synchronization and sustained attentive focus. This may stimulate
neuroplasticity, or the ability to move functions and create new neural pathways.
Q: Anything else I need to know?
A: Yes, our vendor for fantasy adventures and travel would like to tell you this about Suggested Retail Value.
All suggested retail values are based on the following:
American Airlines: The NEW maximum one-way rates are used for the 48 states (Y26), Hawaii (Y26), Canada
(Y26), Caribbean (Y26), Mexico (Y26) and South America (YX). Tariff rates are utilized for Europe and Central
America.
Other Airlines: Tariff rates are utilized. One-way fares are utilized if two different cities are featured on the
departing and returning flights.
Hotels and Tours: Rack rate plus sales tax.
Packages: Each component of a package is priced separately to determine the total suggested retail value.
All rates are based on the high season that the gift certificate is eligible for redemption.
Cruises: Brochure rate for the cabin plus airfare add-ons offered by the cruise line in the brochure.
Ground Transportation: Unless specifically stated otherwise, no ground transportation is included in any
package. The winning bidders are required to secure and pay for ground transportation from airports to hotels,
airports to cruise ships, hotels to included attractions or tours, etc.
Reservations are all subject to availability.
If you plan on listing anything, enter auction here
If you are entering as a supporter:
Enter Auction User name bidder password AWB
know at awbf@bellsouth.net Please put "Auction Request" in the subject line
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is it safe to use my credit card or give my personal information?
A: Your security is important to us! For that reason, we only use PayPal (Paypal.com) to receive payments.
You may use your Paypal account if you have one, or PayPal can take any major credit card. You will be taken
off our site onto PayPal's secure site. That way, your credit information is never seen by us or handled through
the auction software.
We also have a SSL certificate, a digital certificate that authenticates the identity of a Web site and encrypts
information that is sent to the server using Secure Sockets Layer (SSL) technology. An SSL certificate on a
Web site insures that sensitive data is safe from prying eyes.
If you'd like more information about the safety of Paypal, here's a third party site, About.com, that discusses the safety measure
Paypal uses.http://netforbeginners.about.com/od/ebay101/ss/paypal101_4.htm
About.com says:
"PayPal is guaranteed against fraud and identity theft. PayPal guarantees 100% protection against unauthorized payments from
your account. Every transaction is confirmed by email to the PayPal account holder. Any transaction you wish to dispute will give
you access to a 24/7 support team of analysts who will sort out your problem for you."
Q: What about my purchase? How do I know I"m getting what I pay for?
A: For items AWB lists on the auction, we use reputable vendors who specialize in providing items for charitable
auctions. Our vendor for vacation packages has worked with over 4,000 non-profits in all 50 states for the past
12 years. The winning bidder is sent a certificate package via signature required delivery. All packages include
instructions so winning bidders can self book. In addition, they provide you with a travel concierge if you have
any questions.
Autographed items come from one of the oldest established online autographed dealers. They are UACC
REGISTERED DEALER #237 (the most respected and elite autograph organization in the world) and are an
Accredited Better Business Bureau Member with a lifetime complaint free record. They have excellent
references for both their charity work and for autographs from well know charities such as Ronald McDonald
House and United Firefighters of America.
Our vendor who supplies electronics offers the guarantee that all products purchased are free of defects or you
may return the item immediately for a new replacement. If the item was damaged during shipment, they send
instructions on how to file a claim. If you are not satisfied with the item, you may return it to them within a period
of 30 days.
We do not stock or ship anything, but will be glad to answer questions and make sure that you are satisfied with
your purchase. Please contact us at awbf@bellsouth.net
Q: Does a purchase through the AWB Online Auction qualify as a charitable contribution?
A: Probably the most common misconception bidders have about charitable auctions is that any payment they
make for items purchased constitutes a charitable contribution to the sponsoring charity. In fact, a charitable
contribution results only if the amount paid for the item exceeds its fair market value. The fact that the
item was donated to the charity does not change the result. The buyers have entered into a quid pro quo
transaction in which they received value for the payment they made. A quid pro quo transaction is not a gift.
In this case, the starting bid is the fair market value. So anything you pay above the starting bid is your
charitable donation. For more information: http://www.pgdc.com/pgdc/tax-considerations-charitable-auctions
Q: How will my contribution be used?
A: You donation goes to your team to provide MnemeTherapy services. If no team is designated, the funds will
provide matching grants for opening AWB Chapters. Want more info?
The Art Without Boundaries Foundation has tax exempt status under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue
Code. AWBF is also a virtual organization, eliminating the need for a brick and mortar office, huge staff salaries
and the many expenses associated with running an office. We are run by volunteers and our budget is less
than $50 per month. Generally when you make a donation to a charitable organization, 80-90% of it goes just to
keep the doors open. We don't have any doors!
Q: Why can't I use my own Paypal address for direct payment?
A: This is a charitable auction. Anything you list will be given as a donation. All funds will be handled through the
AWBF and therefore will count as a charitable donation for our bidders. (see questions above) If the money
went to you or through you, the winner could not claim the deduction. Please list awbf@bellsouth.net as
payment address.
Q: What is MnemeTherapy?
A: MnemeTherapy™ uses everyday pleasures such as singing, movement, painting and story telling in a unique
combination to stimulate dramatic changes in the brain. Although our goal is to provide a rewarding experience,
documented testimonies show significant improvement in some clients in verbal skills, mobility, combativeness,
spatial acuity and understanding instructions.
Q: Is this the same as Art Therapy?
A: No. Art Therapy, is a psychological process and therefore must be licensed by the state. Art Therapy uses
expressive or creative art with the goal of exploring feelings. MnemeTherapy™ is not about feelings or talking
about the art, it's about the brain and synaptic development. Our goal is provide a rewarding experience and we
use everyday, pleasurable experiences in a unique combination such as singing and painting, movements,
story telling and praise to create whole brain synchronization and sustained attentive focus. This may stimulate
neuroplasticity, or the ability to move functions and create new neural pathways.
Q: Anything else I need to know?
A: Yes, our vendor for fantasy adventures and travel would like to tell you this about Suggested Retail Value.
All suggested retail values are based on the following:
American Airlines: The NEW maximum one-way rates are used for the 48 states (Y26), Hawaii (Y26), Canada
(Y26), Caribbean (Y26), Mexico (Y26) and South America (YX). Tariff rates are utilized for Europe and Central
America.
Other Airlines: Tariff rates are utilized. One-way fares are utilized if two different cities are featured on the
departing and returning flights.
Hotels and Tours: Rack rate plus sales tax.
Packages: Each component of a package is priced separately to determine the total suggested retail value.
All rates are based on the high season that the gift certificate is eligible for redemption.
Cruises: Brochure rate for the cabin plus airfare add-ons offered by the cruise line in the brochure.
Ground Transportation: Unless specifically stated otherwise, no ground transportation is included in any
package. The winning bidders are required to secure and pay for ground transportation from airports to hotels,
airports to cruise ships, hotels to included attractions or tours, etc.
Reservations are all subject to availability.
If you plan on listing anything, enter auction here
If you are entering as a supporter:
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