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# Covering Stripe Processing Fees

What happens when I cover 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:** \
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**Without covering fees** \
You give $100 → project receives \~$97 before bank and FX fees\*

**Covering fees** \
You give $100 + \~$3 → project receives $100 before bank and FX fees\*

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.

[Learn more about fees>>](/ma-earth/funding-explained/platform-fees.md)

*\*Note: Donation and matching grant payouts to projects may be subject to bank wire transfer, forex exchange, and withdrawal fees. Unlike payment processing fees, it is not possible to cover these costs in your donation.*

#### How can I cover payment processing fees?

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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.”&#x20;

Covering payment processing fees is optional. Selecting “I want to cover fees” ensures that the project is sent 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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