How do I find the product I'm looking for?
We like to think the Yakima Union Gospel Mission Shop For Charity Day (SFCD) mall is like your local mall down the street. When you don't know which store carries the product you're look for, you either look it up in the Directory or you go to the Information Booth to ask for help. Our Product Search feature is like the Information Booth. The person behind the counter may not be able to tell you where to find what you are looking for by make and model, but they can tell you which stores are most likely to carry the product type. For example: if you are looking for a Panasonic 4 Line Digital Wireless Telephone System we probably can't help you there BUT if you were to search for Business Telephones, we would be able to recommend several stores that carry Business Telephone systems. At that point, simply click on the store of your choice. Once inside, most have directories and search capabilities within their store that will help you find the exact telephone system you are looking for.

Is shopping at your site secure?
Yes. Each of our merchants offers safe and secure shopping.
I'm uncomfortable providing my credit card information over the Internet. May I order any other way?
The most stringent security measures are followed to ensure that your credit card information is always safe. All of our vendors offer Security Guarantees and individual payment methods such as Visa, MasterCard, and American Express. We encourage you to check their Web sites for details and alternative payment options. Please note that when using alternate payment methods, you may need to specify that your purchase should generate an affiliate fee to the Yakima Union Gospel Mission.

How much money does the Yakima Union Gospel Mission get from my shopping?
The Union Gospel Mission will get the full percentage of the purchase price (minus tax, shipping, and handling) shown in the information on each store. Each Merchant lists the exact % or $ amount they will pay out on purchases made through the E-Mall. You can be assured that a cash back check will be sent to the organization you choose.
Do I have to start my shopping from The Yakima Union Gospel Missions Shop For Charity Day Mall site?
Yes. In order for the Yakima Union Gospel Mission to get credit, the purchases must be made from Yakima Union Gospel Mission Shop For Charity Day Mall. We encourage you to add us to your "Favorites" and come back often. Every dollar you spend will MAKE A DIFFERENCE!

How do I get credit for The Yakima Union Gospel Mission from my purchases?
Simply be sure to do your shopping through our E-Mall. You can be sure every purchase is tracked and paid on.

When will The Yakima Union Gospel Mission get the money?
Checks are sent to us monthly, 45-60 days in arrears. This allows the merchant time to report merchandise returns. SFCD issues checks on the 15th of each month.

What if I have a problem with my order?
Contact the orders or customer service department of the merchant. Each of our merchants has met strict criteria of quality and customer service to be qualified for inclusion in our Mall.

What percentage from each purchase comes back to The Yakima Union Gospel Mission?
Each merchant offers their own percentage "affiliate fee". They will range anywhere from 2% to 50%. When you click on a category or search the Mall, the stores that will show first in the search results are the ones that give the highest cash back - meaning the most money will come back to The Union Gospel Mission. We encourage you to shop these stores - allowing you to make the greatest difference.

Will I pay more for things because you are making money off my purchase?
Happily, No. You will find the prices in the Mall to be comparable with, or less, than you would find them elsewhere. Merchants are able to offer the % to us because we are doing the advertising work for them - allowing them to keep their prices competitive through their Online Stores.

Are my purchases tax deductible?
No. The IRS limits tax deductibility for charitable contributions to the amount paid over and above the fair market price for an item. Since the prices you pay when buying from the Merchants at our site are the same as if you purchased directly from the merchant, no tax-deductible event occurs.

Can anyone make purchases on The Yakima Union Gospel Mission Mall?
Yes. You don't need to be a member to support The Yakima Union Gospel Mission with your online shopping. Anyone can shop, and it is always free.