The IGDA Foundation is excited to announce our first-ever charity event on Steam!
We're inviting developers to participate in "DLC: Download for Charity," where a portion of game sales will support diversity and inclusion initiatives in the games industry.
Why Participate?
- Gain visibility through premium Steam promotion
- Support IGDAF's mission for a more inclusive industry
- Flexible donation options (including PayPal)
How It Works
1. Submit your game or DLC (must have a purchase price)
2. Choose your donation percentage:
- We encourage a 20% donation for maximum impact
- Minimum suggested donation is 5%
3. We promote your game during the Steam event
4. Donations are processed post-event
Important Dates
FAQ Section
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We encourage developers to donate 20% of their revenue during the event period to maximize our collective impact. However, we understand that every studio's situation is unique. We suggest a minimum donation of 5%, but any contribution makes a difference in supporting our mission for a more inclusive games industry.
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Any developer or publisher with a game on Steam that has either a purchase price or paid DLC is eligible to participate.
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Participating games will be featured on a dedicated event page on Steam, with potential for front-page visibility. The IGDA Foundation will also promote the event and participating games through our social media channels and network.
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Donations will be processed after the event concludes. We'll provide detailed instructions for submitting donations, including options for PayPal and wire transfers.
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Yes, as long as your game will be available for purchase or have purchasable DLC during the event dates (May 25-30, 2025).
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For additional questions, please contact us at dlc@igdafoundation.org or join our Discord community at https://discord.com/invite/aN9DdkF37v.