Frequently asked questions about the Association

What is the Drupal Association?

The Drupal Association opens up a number of opportunities for the Drupal project and community. The Association staff focuses on hosting DrupalCon events and managing Drupal.org. The Association is mission-based and our work helps to free resources within the community so contributors can focus on Drupal, rather than the administration needed to improve the Drupal open source project.  Having an Association provides the opportunity for individuals and businesses to be formally recognized as supporters of the project.

What is the leadership structure of the Drupal Association?

The Board of Directors oversees the Association. Each year, the membership is invited to elect one of two "At Large" Directors to join the board. The Association has an Executive Director and staff to support our programs.

How is the Drupal Association tied to the Drupal community?

The Drupal Association exists to support the community behind the Drupal project.

What is the history of the Drupal Association?

Check out our history page.

Is Drupal a registered US 501(c)(3)?

Yes.

Are donations or memberships tax-deductible?

The Drupal Association is a US section 501c3 non-profit organization.  Your gift may qualify for a federal tax deduction. Please consult your tax advisor or the IRS for more information.  Your donation charge will appear as: DRUPALCON 503-405-1159 OR and a receipt will be sent by email.

Who holds the Drupal.org domain?

Dries Buytaert, the Drupal project founder, retains access to the domain name, and has a proven track history of being responsible with its care.

Who owns the Drupal trademark?

The Drupal trademark belongs to Dries. For more information, please check the Trademarks and copyright page.

Do I need approval from the Association to setup a Drupal booth at an event, distribute flyers, or promote Drupal, etc.?

Generally, no. Let common sense be your guide here, but as long as you are sticking to fair use and doing work that benefits rather than harms the Drupal community as a whole, you should be fine. You benefit from contacting the Association with details about your event so that you can receive promotional support and advice.

What are the responsibilities of the Board of Directors?

While most members of the Board of Directors are performing roles closely linked to their existing duties within the Drupal community as a whole, the Association does represent additional responsibilities on top of their normal day-to-day efforts. Learn more about our board and their work.

Do Association members speak on behalf of the Association?

Drupal Association members rarely speak on behalf of the Association. If they do they will clearly state the fact that it is on behalf of the Association. If someone attributes a statement to the Association which was not clearly stated as being on behalf of the Association then it is an error in reporting.

How can I get help with something on Drupal.org?

Drupal.org sites are managed and maintained by Association staff and teams of dedicated volunteers who have responsibility for content and for creating and enforcing site policies. The Association entrusts day-to-day site decisions to these teams and assists if Terms of Service violations occur. Concerns about Drupal.org can be addressed via the contact form at Drupal.org and requests for features should be proposed in the Drupalorg issue queue. If you are concerned about potential libel, please contact the Association directly via our contact page.

What do you do with my information?

See the Terms of Service and Privacy Policy for specific information.

Frequently asked questions Association membership

Where are my member dues spent?

Your member dues fund staff and programs such as Community Cultivation Grants, Drupal.org infrastructure and maintenance and more that help to meet our mission to unite a global open source community to build and promote Drupal. Learn more about our programs.

Are donations or memberships tax-deductible?

The Drupal Association is a US section 501c3 non-profit organization.  Your gift may qualify for a federal tax deduction. Please consult your tax advisor or the IRS for more information.  Your donation charge will appear as: DRUPALCON 503-405-1159 OR and a receipt will be sent by email.

How do I get my member badge to appear on my Drupal.org profile or my company node?

Once you have completed your transaction, your member badge will appear roughly an hour later. To ensure your Organization Member badge appears on your profile, check your current company on your Drupal.org profile. Also, make sure you have an organization page on Drupal.org. Ask other employees to update their profiles as well. You can also grab a badge for your website(s).

How do we find out if our organization already has a node on Drupal.org?

Not sure if you have a company node? Check the organizations list.

How will I know when it’s time to renew my membership?

You will receive an email 30 days before your membership end date. This reminder goes to the email you gave when you signed up, so if you don't check this email frequently, you should add your membership end date to your calendar so you don't miss the renewal date. If you selected auto-renewal, you will get an email stating that your renewal will be processed soon; about 7 days before processing occurs.

What is the refund policy?

Membership fees are not refundable unless there was a transaction error.

Can I pay another way than PayPal?

Absolutely! We accept USD for Individuals or Organizations. You will need a credit card to complete the transaction.

What if I don’t have a credit card or PayPal account?

There are two other options. First, you are able to pay onsite at DrupalCons. Otherwise, you can mail in a check. Let us know first and then send a check to:

Drupal Association
3439 NE Sandy Blvd. #269
Portland, OR 97232, USA

How do I update my membership billing information?

If your billing information has changed and you have auto-renewal, use the link in your auto-renewal notification email that came when you signed up for membership. If you cannot find that email, contact us. It is best to update your billing information when you pay for your membership renewal if you don't have an auto-renewal subscription.

How do I cancel my auto-renewal subscription?

There is a link in the auto-renewal notification email you receive after sign up that allows you to cancel your auto-renewal subscription if you paid in USD. If this email is lost, you can contact us to update your subscription anytime. If you paid via EUR using PayPal, you can update your subscription directly in PayPal or contact us for assistance.

Does the Association bundle membership with a DrupalCon ticket?

We don’t bundle membership with DrupalCon tickets, however, we do provide a discount on DrupalCon registration to Drupal Supporters (organizations who participate in the Supporting Partner, Technology Supporter, and Hosting Supporter programs).

How do you notify me about new member benefits?

Keep an eye out for the Association monthly newsletter. We announce new discounts there and on @DrupalAssoc Twitter account.

How do I submit a member discount offer?

Use this form.

Frequently asked questions about donating to the Association

How can I donate?

Currently, we accept donations in either Euro or U.S. dollars. Please see our donation form.

What is the refund policy?

Donations are not refundable unless there was a transaction error.

Are donations tax-deductible?

See these sections in this FAQ:

  • Is Drupal a registered US 501(c)(3)?

  • The Drupal Association is a US section 501c3 non-profit organization.  Your gift may qualify for a federal tax deduction. Please consult your tax advisor or the IRS for more information.  Your donation charge will appear as: DRUPALCON 503-405-1159 OR and a receipt will be sent by email.

What does my contribution support?

Your financial support will be invested in the infrastructure needed to support Drupal, in marketing initiatives, and producing real-world events for the community. Your contributions will directly support Drupal where help is needed most, in keeping the Drupal.org running smoothly and the community growing quickly.

Will the Drupal Association publicly recognize me if I donate?

Donors over $5000 are required by U.S. law to be listed in our IRS 990 form for the public. While it is not currently Association practice to list donors under this amount, in case our practices ever change and you would prefer not to be listed in the future please contact us.

It is possible to donate without a Drupal.org account.

Who donates to the Drupal Association?

The Drupal Association is supported by members of the Drupal community and supporters open source.

How can I donate to a particular development project?

The Drupal Association does not accept such donations at this time. Please consider hiring someone from the services page or donating to projects listed on the Open Collective site supporting Drupal.

Can I help Drupal in other ways besides funding?

Certainly! There are many ways to contribute to the project that involve no financial transactions! Please see the How to contribute page on Drupal.org. Also please see this excellent HOWTO on supporting to Open Source projects.

How can I make a corporate contribution?

Learn more about the Supporting Partner, Technology Supporter, and Hosting Supporter programs here.

What information do you collect from donors and how is it used?

The U.S. IRS requires us to obtain the name and address of any donor who gives $5,000 or more. We disclose this information to the IRS on our 990 form, which is filed every year.

Can I mail you a check for a donation or a membership payment?

Let us know first and then send a check to:

DrupalCon, Inc.
3439 NE Sandy Blvd # 269
Portland, OR 97232