Frequently Asked Questions
Nature Trust of The Americas FAQ
Common Questions, Clear Answers
Have questions? We’ve got answers! Explore our Frequently Asked Questions to find helpful information about our mission, programs, donations, and more. Whether you’re curious about how to get involved or need assistance with your account, this is the place to start.
What does NTOTA do with the donated money?
NTOTA uses the funds that are donated to help the selected causes. This means, among other things, we buy satellite tags to study sharks, we buy formula to feed Scarlet Macaw chicks who were rescued from poachers, we fund the re-habilitation and re-wilding of a Puma. Check out our How We’re Helping page for more information about how your money goes directly to help these worthy and hard-working causes.
As an organization, we feel lucky to have created a monetary trust that can cover our very modest operating costs in perpetuity. Additionally, the trust also accrues money from investments that we also give away to the selected causes.
We give 100% of donations as well as money from the NTOTA funds away. We love giving money away.
How did NTOTA start?
Please check out the About Us page for a longer, more colorful origin story.
But long story short, Mark Wilkins, successful business person, wanted to give back to the planet and help people working to save the planet. He took some money and started NTOTA, with the aim of giving the money away and encouraging others to join us and help also.
Do I have to create an account to donate?
Yes, you need to create an account to donate.
Why? So you can see your donation history, so you can modify your donation if it is recurring, so you can obtain copies of your receipts should you need them. We want you to know what's happening with your money. No mysteries if we can help it.
How do I create an account?
While making a donation, you will be creating an account through the secure donation process. You will be asked for your e-mail, and to create and confirm a password. All of your information is only used by NTOTA. We do not sell or share any of our information.
If you have made a donation in the past and are not sure if you created an account, but would like to make an account now, please drop us an e-mail at info@NTOTA.org.
I would like to see my donation history. How do I do that?
Log into your account, hover over the Donate button, and select Donor Dashboard. This displays your Donation History with options to view or download receipts.
Can I set up a recurring donation?
Yes, you can set up a recurring donation by selecting the recurring donation option when donating. You'll receive a confirmation email with your account and donation details.
How do I modify a recurring donation?
Log into your account, hover over the Donate button, and select Donor Dashboard. Navigate to Recurring Donations to make changes.
How do I dedicate my donation to someone as a gift?
Select a cause and donation amount, choose 'Dedicate this Donation,' specify the type of tribute, add the recipient's name, and send an e-card if desired.
Will NTOTA send a card for my dedicated donation?
We are happy to send an e-card to the e-mail address you provide as a recipient of an e-card. But we are not sending actual paper cards to anyone at this time.
