Donor
Frequently Asked Questions

No, you can donate as a guest without creating an account. However, creating a free donor account allows you to track your donations, receive updates from students you've supported, and manage your giving history.

Browse our verified student campaigns on the "Browse Students" page. You can filter by institution, field of study, funding goal, or how close they are to reaching their target. Read their stories, review their academic records, and choose the one that resonates with you most.

The minimum donation is ₦1,000. However, you can donate any amount you're comfortable with. Every naira counts and brings students closer to their education goals.

Absolutely. All payments are processed through Paystack, a PCI DSS Level 1 certified payment gateway. We never store your card information on our servers. Your payment data is encrypted and secure.

We accept:

• Debit and Credit Cards (Visa, Mastercard, Verve)
• Bank Transfers
• USSD payments
• Mobile Money

Yes, you'll receive an email receipt immediately after your donation is processed. If you created an account, you can also view all your donation receipts in your dashboard.

TryCeed charges a 5% platform fee to cover operating costs. Payment processing fees (charged by Paystack) are approximately 1.5% + ₦100. These fees help us maintain the platform and verify students. 100% of your remaining donation goes directly to the student.

Every student undergoes a strict verification process before their campaign goes live:

• Valid admission letter or student ID verification
• Government-issued ID confirmation
• Academic transcript review (where applicable)
• Phone number and email verification
• Background check on the institution

Only verified students can receive donations on TryCeed.

100% transparency is our priority. After deducting platform and payment processing fees, all funds go directly to the student's verified bank account. Students are required to post regular updates showing how they're using the funds.

TryCeed operates on a flexible funding model. This means students receive whatever amount they raise, even if they don't reach their full goal. Partial funding can still make a significant difference in a student's education.

Yes! During the donation process, you can choose to donate anonymously. Your name won't be displayed on the campaign page, though the student will still receive an anonymous notification that someone supported them.

Yes! If you provided your email and didn't donate anonymously, you'll receive email notifications when the student posts updates about their academic progress. You can also view these updates on the campaign page.

Absolutely! You can support as many students as you wish. Many donors choose to spread their giving across multiple campaigns to maximize their impact.

Due to the nature of crowdfunding, donations are generally non-refundable once processed. However, if there are exceptional circumstances or if you believe there was an error, please contact our support team within 48 hours and we'll review your case.

At this time, donations made through TryCeed are not tax-deductible as we are not a registered charity. However, we are working towards obtaining the necessary certifications. Please consult with a tax professional for advice specific to your situation.