For your convenience, we have compiled a list of frequently asked questions regarding Foundation Stays, charitable impacts made through this site, booking and payment detail, and much more.
About Us
What is Foundation Stays?
Foundation Stays is a hotel booking platform where every booking helps make a difference. A portion of the proceeds from each hotel stay is donated to our trusted partner foundations — at no extra cost to you.
How does the charitable donation work?
When you book a hotel through our website, we earn a standard commission from the hotel provider. Instead of keeping it all, we donate a set percentage to one of our partnered foundations.
Charitable Impact
What foundations do you support?
We partner with verified, transparent organizations that focus on causes like wildlife conservation, environmental conservation, and outdoor education. You can view our full list of partner foundations in our on the Our Partners section of our homepage
Can I choose which foundation my booking supports?
At this time, individual charity selection isn’t available. Instead, your contribution is evenly distributed among all of the verified foundations we work with to ensure balanced support across all the important causes.
Bookings & Payments
Are hotel prices higher because charitable donations are being made?
Not at all! You’ll find the same rates as on other major booking platforms— many times more competitive. Your contribution comes from our earnings, not your wallet.
How do I modify or cancel a booking?
You can manage your reservation directly via the confirmation email you received. We encourage you to check with the hotel’s individual policy regarding modifications. A $5.00 cancellation fee will be applied to any cancelled bookings.
What payment methods do you accept?
We accept most major credit and debit cards.
Trust & Transparency
Is my payment information secure?
Yes. We use industry-standard SSL encryption and work only with secure, verified payment providers to ensure your personal and financial data stays safe.
Do I receive a tax break for booking my lodging through Foundation Stays?
No, booking through the Foundation Stays does not provide a direct tax break, as it is a booking platform and not a tax-deductible service. However, you can still potentially get a tax break for the travel expenses themselves, depending on the purpose of the trip.
How often are donations sent to the partnering foundations?
Donations are sent quarterly to ensure accurate accounting and transparency with our partner organizations.