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Flipcause

Flipcause received an “F” rating from the Better Business Bureau. Graphic by Rasheed Shabazz.

Ongoing news coverage of Flipcause, an Oakland-based donation platform accused of withholding donations from nonprofits across the country.

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Flipcause appeals California attorney general order

December 19, 2025 Rasheed Shabazz

Oakland-based company claims it only processes payments.

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Did Flipcause comply with California attorney general’s order? State won’t say

December 16, 2025 Rasheed Shabazz

Stripe notified Flipcause it would no longer process payments.

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Nearly one in five donation platforms not in compliance with California law

December 13, 2025 Rasheed Shabazz

An Oakland Voices investigation finds major oversight gaps in oversight of donation platforms meant to protect nonprofits and donors.

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Nearly 30 organizations join federal lawsuit against Flipcause 

December 5, 2025 Rasheed Shabazz

Nonprofits from 18 states are suing Oakland-based Flipcause for fraud.

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Givebutter launches $1 million relief fund for nonprofits affected by Flipcause

November 25, 2025 Rasheed Shabazz

Givebutter pledges $1 million relief fund to aid nonprofits disrupted by Flipcause shutdown.

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California Attorney General demands Flipcause shutdown operations

November 14, 2025 Rasheed Shabazz

California orders Flipcause to halt operations after nonprofits report months-long delays in receiving donations.

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Where is Flipcause? Donation platform missing from Oakland

November 12, 2025 Rasheed Shabazz

Flipcause once called Oakland home. Now, the fundraising platform accused of withholding millions is nowhere to be found.

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Flipcause not registered to collect donations in California, records show

October 30, 2025 Rasheed Shabazz

A recent California law requires donation platforms to register with the state.

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Lawsuit alleges Flipcause withheld donations, defrauded nonprofits  

October 23, 2025 Rasheed Shabazz

The Latino Medical Student Association-Northeast is suing Oakland-based Flipcause for withholding donations.

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BBB warns nonprofit organizations about Oakland-based Flipcause

October 11, 2025 Rasheed Shabazz

The BBB warns nonprofits nationwide after more than 100 complaints against Oakland-based fundraising platform Flipcause.

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