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# Covering Stripe Processing Fees
When you donate, Stripe’s payment processing fees are deducted from your contribution. You can choose to cover these fees so the full amount reaches the project.
**For example:** \
\
**Without covering fees** \
You give $100 → project receives \~$97
**Covering fees** \
You give $100 + \~$3 → project receives $100
*Stripe processing fees vary by the organization's country, payment method, and card origin. Examples: EU domestic \~1.5% + €0.25, US domestic \~2.9% + $0.30. International cards are higher at approximately 3.25% + €0.25 in the EU and 3.9% + $0.30 in the US.*
#### How can I cover payment processing fees?
Stripe processing fees are automatically added to your cart during checkout unless you choose to opt out.
If you do not wish to cover payment processing fees, find the “processing fees” line under “Your Donation.” Select "edit” and uncheck the box next to “I want to cover fees.”
Covering payment processing fees is optional. Selecting “I want to cover fees” ensures that the project receives the full amount you wish to give to their work.
[Learn more about payment processing fees](/ma-earth/funding-explained/platform-fees.md).
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