Donations made by check are an essential part of supporting your program, and Ribbon is here to guide you through the process of ensuring smooth and efficient processing.
*Donations by check are done outside of Ribbon. Once checks have been received the Ribbon team will update the Ribbon database with the donor and the donation information.
Step 1: Send Program Donation Checks to Ribbon
For USPS Mail
Attn: Ribbon
PO Box 198 Orrick, MO 64077
For FedEx or UPS Mail
Bank of Orrick
Attn: Ribbon Lockbox Service
113 East South Front St.
Orrick, MO 64077
Note: If Fedex or UPS is sent to the USPS address it will get returned to the sender.
Include the Program Name on the Check
To ensure accurate allocation of your donation, it's crucial to include the program name. You can do this by clearly indicating the program name either as the Payee or in the memo line of the check.
Include the Sponsor Name on the Check
Although it is not required, it is helpful to include the Sponsor's name on the check. This can be located on the memo portion or with the progam name.
Utilize Fiscal Sponsorship Agreement
Be aware that our bank accepts checks made out to the Payee as part of your fiscal sponsorship agreement. This facilitates a smoother donation process.
Allocation of Funds
After receiving your check, the Ribbon team will promptly transfer the donated funds into your respective program's account. This ensures that your program has access to the donated funds for its intended purposes.
Notification Process
Both the fiscal sponsor and the program will be notified of the donation receipt. This step helps maintain transparency and ensures that all parties involved are aware of the donation's arrival.
Comprehensive Donation Record
The donation record will contain all pertinent information obtained from the check. This documentation is crucial for record-keeping and ensures that your donation is properly accounted for.
Automatic Receipts with Email Address
If an email address is provided on the check or grant notice, an automatic donation receipt will be sent to the donor. This serves as a confirmation of their generous contribution.
Manual Acknowledgments
In cases where no email address is available on the check, we recommend that the program manually send an acknowledgment to the provided postal address. This personal touch expresses gratitude and appreciation to the donor.