frequently asked questions
all general security membership fundraising & rebates
Fundraising
& Rebates
Will I lose existing credit card benefits (airline miles, hotel points, etc.)?
No – you KEEP 100% of all card benefits. Card benefits are paid by the card
issuer, whereas rebates to your schools are paid by the merchant. So you can enjoy
BOTH your card benefits AND help improve your children’s education.
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What percentage of a rebate goes to my children's schools/district?
100% of the rebates are paid to your schools/district, part of which pays for the
schools' web technology; the remaining balance is new funding for your children's
schools/district.
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How quickly will my rebates be paid to my children's schools/district?
OurKidsWin! requires participating merchants to pay rebates due within 30 to 45
days from the last date of the month in which a transaction occurs. Rebates are
then transferred to your schools/district quarterly.
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Once a transaction is made where exactly does the rebate go?
All rebates are transferred to either to the school/district or the school district's
Education Foundation established for the benefit of the district.
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When rebates are paid to an Education Foundation, who makes the decision on how the
rebates are used?
An Education Foundation typically has a community-based Board of Directors, who
make decisions about use of funds received. The details will be unique to your school/district.
Any questions pertaining to the Education Foundation should be directed to your
Superintendent of Schools or President of the Education Foundation.
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Can I recommend businesses that Id like to see become Participating Merchants?
Absolutely. Please feel free at any time to send an e-mail with your suggestions
to merchants@ourkidswin.com.
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Does Member enrollment matter?
Yes. One factor that influences whether a Merchant enrolls in the program is the
number of Members. Therefore Greater Membership = More Participating Merchants =
More dollars for your children's schools.
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