Frequently Asked Questions

How do I make changes to a recurring donation?

If you would like to enter information for a new card: (1) Sign into your account. (2) Under “Transactions” where your current card is listed, click “Cancel.” (3) Search for the project to which you wish to donate and follow the instructions for setting up a new recurring donation. (4) If you have any questions, please contact us at support@tyingvines.org.

How much of my donation is received by my designated project?

Each donation is assessed a flat 5% administrative fee. If the donation is by credit card a 3% card processing charge is assessed prior to assessing the administrative fee.

How is the administrative fee used?

• Accounting 60%
• IT & Comms 20%
• Banking 9%
• Insurance 7%
• Office & Misc. 4%

Where are your projects?

We don’t have a geographic focus but given our origins the majority of projects are currently in the Middle East region.

Are there volunteer opportunities?

Yes. There are frequent trips that tend to focus on health and education needs but accommodate a variety of backgrounds, skills and interests. Email admin@tyingvines.org if you have interest in exploring possible volunteer opportunities and fits.

Can you explain the name?

Tying Vines is an action verb that depicts the vineyard worker tying the new growth of a vine branch onto the vineyard infrastructure, so it is better positioned to support its fruit.

What We Believe?

Please read the What We Believe page.