Help fund free, community-first safety tools, built on trust and privacy.
ADY Alert is a free public service. Donations and grants fund deployment, maintenance, and expansion; so communities can coordinate faster in emergencies and reduce harm through prevention.
Donations are processed securely by our payment provider. You will receive a donation receipt fromDark Energy Inc
Trust is the product.
We do not sell user data, ever. We build responsibly so people can rely on the system when it matters.
Governments & Public Agencies
ADY does not charge communities to access core safety services. We keep the public layer free.
Transparency
Top Supporters
Supporting ADY Alert as a free civic safety service. Thank you to the organizations and individuals who make this possible.
Regional Emergency Preparedness Fund
Foundation
$10,000
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What Your Donation Funds
Direct support for real-world safety infrastructure
Donations are used to launch and operate free public services starting locally, then expanding as communities adopt the platform.
Community Deployment
Onboarding pilot regions, local coordination, and public training so the tools work when they’re needed.
Operations & Support
Moderation safeguards, abuse prevention, incident response procedures, and support for partner organizations.
Secure Infrastructure
Hosting, monitoring, security controls, and reliability engineering—built for trust, not growth hacks.
Product Development
Improving ADY Alert and related tools: better validation, safer workflows, and more community protections.
Privacy Engineering
Data minimization, access controls, and systems that keep users protected without selling information.
Expansion Readiness
Scaling responsibly: new regions only after trust and operational readiness are proven.
ADY Alert is designed as a free community service funded through donations and government grants. We aim for sustainable public operations without subscriptions or mandatory fees.
INSTANT PAYMENTS ACCEPTANCE
We accept major instant payment methods
We can accept instant payments through all these methods. However, donations may not be reflected instantly in leaderboards because they require a manual reconciliation process. We typically complete this within 2 regular business days.
CARD ACCEPTANCE
We accept major card brands
For single donations under$10,000, credit cards are a fast and easy option. Donors are welcome to make credit card donations above $10,000 as well. This threshold is simply a recommendation to consider direct donation methods for larger gifts.
CHECK DONATIONS
Mail a check to Dark Energy Inc.
How to donate by check
Please make checks payable to Dark Energy Inc.. To ensure proper credit and receipt issuance, include your name, email address, and any designation (program or region) in the memo or an enclosed note.
Mail to:
Dark Energy Inc.
C/O Check Donation
1155 E Twain Ave, STE 108-73
Las Vegas, NV 89169
We accept donations by mailed check for donors who prefer traditional payment methods. Checks are processed manually and may take additional time to appear in reporting or recognition.
CRYPTOCURRENCY DONATIONS
Donate with BitPay or Coinbase
We accept cryptocurrency donations through trusted third-party providers. Crypto donations are treated as non-cash charitable gifts and may be tax-deductible to the extent permitted by law. Donors are responsible for determining fair-market value and tax treatment.
Important notes
For security, we do not publish wallet addresses on this page. To donate via BitPay or Coinbase, request the secure donation link or invoice from our team.
LARGE DIRECT DONATIONS
Bank Transfers, Wires, & Institutional Gifts
We support
High-value individual donations
Foundations and philanthropic organizations
Corporate or employer sponsored giving
Institutional contributions and sponsorships
Multi-region deployments (multiple counties / states)
Donor alignment & recognition
We work directly with major donors to ensure proper acknowledgment, optional public recognition, and clear alignment of funds with the communities, regions, or programs you wish to support.
For restricted gifts (specific geography, program, or deployment), please include your designation when contacting us. We will make reasonable efforts to honor all restrictions.
For donors wishing to make significant contributions ($10,000+), fund multiple counties or states, or support ADY Alert through foundation grants, corporate sponsorships, or other institutional giving, Dark Energy Inc. accepts donations via direct bank transfer or wire.
MATERIAL & IN-KIND DONATIONS
Property, Equipment, Services, & Infrastructure
Dark Energy Inc. accepts non-cash contributions that directly support charitable operations, deployment, and community safety services. In-kind donations are evaluated case by case for compliance and operational alignment.
Examples include
Real property or facilities
Vehicles, equipment, or infrastructure
Technology, hosting, or professional services
Institutional contributions and sponsorships
Important notes
Donors are responsible for determining fair-market valuation and tax treatment. Dark Energy Inc. can provide acknowledgment letters but does not assign value to donated property or services.
GOVERNMENT & INSTITUTIONAL GRANTS
Public funding, preparedness, and community partnership programs
ADY Alert is designed to support communities and complement public safety services, not replace them. Our focus is prevention-first coordination, responsible information sharing, and community readiness alongside existing systems (including 911).
Partner types
Local governments and municipalities
Federal agencies and public programs
Public-benefit institutions (schools, campuses, hospitals, etc.)
How we engage
We work through pilots and program partnerships focused on readiness, training, coordinated communication, and validated community reporting, so agencies can receive clearer context when it matters.
We welcome engagement with emergency management and 911 stakeholders to ensure alignment, appropriate boundaries, and responsible escalation paths.
Grant support
Nonprofit verification, reporting structure, and deployment alignment materials are available upon request.
TERMS & CONDITIONS
Donation Terms
Simple, clear expectations to protect donors and keep operations clean.
1) Donation processing
Donations are processed through a third-party payment processor. Your card details are handled by the processor and are not stored by ADY.
2) No goods or services (typical charitable donation)
Unless explicitly stated otherwise at checkout, no goods or services are provided in exchange for your donation.
3) Refunds
If you believe a donation was made in error, contact us promptly at Refunds@DarkEnergyInc.com
Refunds may be possible depending on processor timing and policy.
4) Restricted donations
If a donation is designated for a specific purpose or geography, we will use reasonable efforts to honor it. If a restriction cannot be met, funds will be applied to the closest mission-aligned use.
Additional terms
Compliance: Donations must comply with applicable laws and payment processor rules.
Receipts: Donation receipts are issued by Dark Energy Inc, our 501(c)(3) registered Non-Profit organization.
Tax: Donors are responsible for determining deductibility in their jurisdiction. Consult a tax professional if needed.
Changes: We may update these terms to reflect operational or legal requirements; the version on this page governs at the time of donation.
PRIVACY POLICY
Donation Privacy
We protect donors and community members by default. We do not sell personal information ever.
What we collect
Donation information required to process your gift (name, email, amount, receipt details) is collected by the payment processor and shared with us as needed for receipts and accounting.
What we do NOT do
We do not sell donor lists. We do not give your personal information to advertisers. We do not monetize donor data.
How we use information
To process donations, provide receipts, comply with legal/accounting obligations, prevent fraud/abuse, and communicate about your donation (only as needed).
Opt-in communications
If you opt in to updates, we may send mission and impact communications. You can unsubscribe any time.
Third parties
Payment processing: Handled by our payment provider (card details are processed by them).
Required disclosures: We may share information if legally required (e.g., lawful requests).
Service providers: Limited vendors may assist with receipts/accounting; access is restricted to what is necessary.
Security posture:
ADY is security-minded by design. We minimize stored data, restrict access, and build systems intended to protect trust not exploit it.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ’s)
Is ADY funded by venture capital?
No. ADY is 100% self-funded and not beholden to investors.
Will ADY ever charge subscriptions?
No. ADY will not charge subscriptions or mandatory service fees for core community safety services.
Will my donation be used for a specific region?
If you donate to a designated geography or purpose (where available), we’ll use reasonable efforts to honor it. If not possible, funds go to the closest mission-aligned use.
How do I get a receipt?
You’ll receive a receipt from Dark Energy Inc. If you have issues, contact
Receipt@darkenergyinc.com
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