Giving Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Who processes the payments?
A: Second Mile uses Intuit Payment Network as a third-party processor. Intuit is the maker of well-known financial software such as Quicken, Quickbooks, and Turbo Tax. More information about the Inuit Payment Network is available at ipn.intuit.com.

Q: What security measures are in place?
A: Second Mile never sees your bank or credit card information. Security issues are handled entirely by Intuit Payment Network. More information is provided at ipn.intuit.com/help/open/about_us.

Q: How much does it cost me?
A: Second Mile absorbs all processing fees. For those interested, bank draft is more cost-effective than credit card payments.

Q: Can I schedule automatic payments?
A: Yes. To do this, you must first create a free account with Intuit Payment Network.

Q: What are the other advantages to creating an Intuit Payment Network account?
A: Your free Intuit Payment Network account also allows you to store bank and credit card information and view a history of all payments made through the network.

Q: How do I create an Intuit Payment Network account?
A: After making your first online donation, you will be given an option to create the account.

Q: When will I receive a donation receipt?
A: You will receive a receipt from Intuit immediately after making each donation. In addition, Second Mile will email receipts for all donations made throughout the prior year (cash, check, and electronic payments) each January.

Q: How do I make a designation for my donation?
A: You may include a "Personal Message" when prompted if you wish to make specific designations for your donation.