Donation Questions & Refund Policy

Effective Date: July 1, 2026

Thank you for supporting the **Gary Ferraris for Mayor Campaign**. Your contribution helps us engage with voters, reach our community, and share Gary's vision for a stronger Santa Clara. We are committed to processing contributions responsibly and in compliance with all applicable California campaign finance laws.

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# Donation Questions

If you have questions regarding your contribution, donation receipt, campaign finance requirements, or the donation process, please contact our campaign.

**Gary Ferraris for Mayor Campaign**

Santa Clara, California

**Email:** [info@garyformayor.com](mailto:info@garyformayor.com)

**Phone:** (XXX) XXX-XXXX

We will make every effort to respond promptly and address your inquiry.

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# Refund Policy

Campaign contributions are generally considered final once they have been processed.

If you believe a contribution was submitted in error, duplicated, charged incorrectly, or made without your authorization, please contact the campaign as soon as possible. Refund requests will be reviewed individually and in accordance with applicable campaign finance laws.

The campaign reserves the right to issue refunds when appropriate, including circumstances such as:

* Duplicate contributions
* Processing or billing errors
* Unauthorized transactions
* Contributions that cannot legally be accepted under applicable law
* Other exceptional circumstances determined by the campaign

Approved refunds will be credited using the original payment method whenever possible.

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# Campaign Finance Compliance

The Gary Ferraris for Mayor Campaign complies with all applicable California campaign finance laws and regulations.

If a contribution cannot legally be accepted, exceeds applicable limits, or lacks required contributor information, the campaign may request additional information, reject the contribution, or issue a refund as required by law.

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# Contribution Information

When making a contribution, donors may be required to provide information necessary to comply with California campaign finance reporting requirements, including:

* Full name
* Mailing address
* Occupation
* Employer
* Contribution amount
* Other information required by law

Certain contributions are subject to public disclosure in accordance with California campaign finance laws.

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# Processing Time

Refund requests are typically reviewed within **10–15 business days** after all necessary information has been received. Processing times may vary depending on the payment provider or financial institution.

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# Contact Us

If you have any questions regarding this policy or your contribution, please contact us:

**Gary Ferraris for Mayor Campaign**

Santa Clara, California

**Email:** [info@garyformayor.com](mailto:info@garyformayor.com)

**Phone:** (XXX) XXX-XXXX

Thank you for your support and your commitment to the future of Santa Clara.

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