Campaign Support Group & Co-Organiser Agreement

Module: CrowdFunding (UTSAV DAAN™)
Document Type: Hybrid — Plain English + Legal Reinforcement
Trademark: UTSAV DAAN™ is a trademark of MyMahotsav Futuretech Ltd
Jurisdictions: Global (with jurisdictional addenda)
Version: 1.0
Effective Date: 25th February, 2026

PART A: PLAIN ENGLISH SUMMARY #

Building Trust Through Community Support #

UTSAV DAAN™ invented the Support Group model to make crowdfunding more trustworthy. Instead of one person running a Campaign, a group of verified individuals stands behind it.

How It Works #

• What is a Support Group? A team of 2-10 verified individuals who collectively vouch for, support, and help manage a Campaign.

• Why have one? Campaigns with Support Groups earn a “Community Verified” badge—donors trust them more.

• What do Support Group members do? They verify their identity, confirm the cause is genuine, help with updates, and share responsibility.

• Is it legally binding? Yes. Support Group members agree to joint responsibility for Campaign representations.

• Can anyone join? Support Group members must pass KYC and be approved by the Fundraiser and Platform.

 PART B: LEGAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS #

1. DEFINITIONS #

2. SUPPORT GROUP FORMATION #

2.1 Eligibility #

Support Group Members must:

• Be at least 18 years of age

• Complete KYC verification (identity + address)

• Have no prior fraud/ban history on Platform

• Not be a politically exposed person (without enhanced due diligence)

• Not have conflicting interests (competing campaigns, etc.)

2.2 Size Requirements #

2.3 Formation Process #

1. Lead Organizer invites individuals via Platform

2. Invitees accept and complete KYC

3. Platform verifies each member

4. All members accept this Agreement digitally

5. Support Group activated and badge awarded

3. ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES #

3.1 Collective Responsibilities #

All Support Group Members jointly and severally:

• Vouch for Campaign authenticity: Confirm they have personally verified the Cause

• Ensure accurate representations: Review Campaign content for accuracy

• Monitor Campaign progress: Stay informed on donations and engagement

• Respond to donor queries: Address questions in timely manner

• Provide updates: Contribute to post-Campaign reporting

• Manage funds responsibly: Oversee utilization consistent with disclosures

• Flag concerns: Immediately report any irregularities

3.2 Lead Organizer Specific Responsibilities #

In addition to collective responsibilities, Lead Organizer:

• Has final decision authority (subject to group consultation)

• Controls bank account for disbursement (unless otherwise agreed)

• Primary point of contact for Platform

• Responsible for tax compliance

• Leads dispute resolution

3.3 Co-Organizer Specific Responsibilities #

Co-Organizers may, depending on permissions granted:

• Post Campaign updates

• Respond to donor comments

• Edit Campaign content (with Lead approval)

• View financial summaries

• Participate in disbursement decisions

3.4 Support Group Member (Basic) Responsibilities #

Basic members (non-Co-Organizers):

• Verified identity only

• Publicly listed as supporter

• No Campaign management access

• Consulted on major decisions

4. LEGAL LIABILITY AND Indemnification #

4.1 Joint and Several Liability #

4.1.1 Support Group Members agree to joint and several liability for:

• All representations made in Campaign materials

• Fulfillment of promises to Contributors

• Proper use of funds as disclosed

• Compliance with applicable laws

• Any damages arising from Campaign misconduct

4.1.2 “Joint and several” means each Support Group Member can be held responsible for the full amount of any liability, not just their proportional share.

4.2 Indemnification of Platform #

Support Group Members jointly and severally agree to indemnify and hold harmless UTSAV DAAN™, MyMahotsav Futuretech Ltd, its affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, liabilities, costs, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising out of or related to:

• Breach of this Agreement

• Misrepresentations in Campaign

• Misuse of funds

• Violation of applicable laws

• Claims by third parties (including Contributors)

4.3 Limitation of Platform Liability #

UTSAV DAAN™ provides the Platform but does not assume liability for:

• Campaign outcomes

• Fundraiser conduct

• Beneficiary performance

• Donor satisfaction

Support Group acknowledges that UTSAV DAAN™ is an intermediary, not a guarantor.

4.4 Liability Allocation Among Support Group #

4.4.1 Support Group Members may agree among themselves on internal liability allocation, but such agreements:

• Must be in writing

• Do not affect joint and several liability to third parties

• Are enforceable only between Members

4.4.2 Recommended internal allocation:

• Lead Organizer: 50% of liability

• Co-Organizers: Remaining 50% equally or as agreed

• Basic Members: Lower share reflecting limited role

5. GOVERNANCE AND DECISION-MAKING #

5.1 Decision-Making Matrix #

5.2 Dispute Resolution Within Support Group #

5.2.1 Internal disputes first attempt resolution through:

• Group discussion (7 days)

• Mediation by Platform (if requested)

5.2.2 If unresolved:

• Platform may designate decision authority

• Deadlock-breaking mechanisms

• Extreme cases: Campaign suspension pending resolution

5.3 Removal of Support Group Member #

Grounds for removal:

• Breach of this Agreement

• Fraud or misconduct

• Inactivity (>30 days without response)

• Criminal conviction

• Conflict of interest

• Majority vote of other members

Removal process:

1. Notice to member (7 days to respond)

2. Review by other members

3. Platform approval (verification)

4. Member removed, public update

6. ADDITION, REMOVAL, AND RESIGNATION #

6.1 Adding New Members #

• Proposed by Lead Organizer

• Approved by existing members (majority)

• Platform verification

• New member accepts Agreement

• Publicly announced

6.2 Voluntary Resignation #

Support Group Members may resign by:

• Written notice to Lead Organizer and Platform

• Completing exit acknowledgment

• Resignation effective [7] days after acknowledgment

Resignation does not:

• Relieve liability for acts/omissions during membership

• Affect joint and several liability for pre-resignation obligations

6.3 Automatic Removal #

Members automatically removed upon:

• Death (with proof)

• Incapacity (medical certification)

• Criminal conviction

• Bankruptcy/insolvency

• Violation of Platform policies

7. COMMUNITY VERIFIED BADGE #

7.1 Campaigns with active Support Group receive:

• “Community Verified” badge on Campaign page

• Prominence in search results

• Enhanced trust indicators

• Priority support from Platform

7.2 Badge removed if:

• Support Group falls below minimum size

• Member removed for cause

• Campaign under fraud investigation

• Support Group dissolved

8. SUPPORT GROUP DISSOLUTION #

8.1 Support Group may be dissolved by:

• Unanimous consent of all members

• Platform decision (due to violations)

• Campaign completion and closure

8.2 Upon dissolution:

• Badge removed

• Remaining members (if any) may form new group

• Liability for past acts continues

9. ACKNOWLEDGMENT AND ACCEPTANCE #

By joining a Support Group, each Member acknowledges:

• I have read and understood this Agreement

• I accept joint and several liability for Campaign representations

• I agree to indemnify the Platform as provided

• I have verified the Cause to my satisfaction

• I am not aware of any fraud or misrepresentation

• I will immediately report any concerns

• I understand this is a legally binding commitment

PART C: JURISDICTION-SPECIFIC ADDENDUMS #

INDIA ADDENDUM #

Indian Contract Act, 1872: Joint and several liability enforceable under Section 43.

Partnership Concerns: Support Group does not constitute partnership under Indian Partnership Act, 1932, as no profit-sharing.

Tax Implications: Members not liable for tax on funds (funds belong to Beneficiary).

UK ADDENDUM #

Unfair Contract Terms Act 1977: Liability provisions subject to reasonableness test.

Consumer Protection: Members acting in course of business may have additional obligations.

US ADDENDUM #

Joint and Several Liability: Enforceable but varies by state; some states have modified comparative fault.

Charitable Immunity: Some states provide limited immunity for good faith volunteers of charitable organizations.

PART D: ENTERPRISE INTERNAL MANUAL #

For UTSAV DAAN™ Verification Team #

A. Support Group KYC Requirements #

B. Verification Workflow #

1. Member accepts invitation

2. Uploads documents via secure link

3. Automated verification (90% of cases)

4. Manual review for exceptions

5. Approval notification to all members

6. Badge activated

C. Liability Warning Script (for acceptance screen) #