Two years ago, my life took an unexpected turn when I suffered a stroke. During the arduous journey of recovery, amidst physical rehabilitation and emotional healing, I rediscovered solace and strength through my faith. This personal experience profoundly shaped my perspective, prompting a deeper consideration of the challenges faced by religious institutions, particularly their financial burdens exacerbated by high interchange rates imposed by banks, electronic funds transfers (EFTs), and cash deposit fees. These unjust financial charges have long been a significant concern shared across churches, mosques, synagogues, and Buddhist temples alike. 😔

With a decade-long background in finance, honed through roles at Investec, Liberty, and Standard Bank, I have witnessed firsthand the intricate financial landscapes that impact organizations. Now, driven by a profound commitment to effect change, my team and I are embarking on a transformative initiative. We aim to establish a gateway that addresses these pressing financial challenges, and we seek your support in this endeavor. 🌟

Fight4Freedom, where generosity meets technology much like Dipjar, is dedicated to empowering religious institutions by offering lower interchange rates through partnerships with banks. Our mission prioritizes the welfare of these establishments by eliminating service charges and spearheading a pioneering payments processor initiative aimed at reducing the transactional costs associated with credit and debit card transactions. 💳

Moreover, our structured S18A deduction tax system ensures seamless and tax-deductible contributions to the South African Revenue Service (SARS), simplifying financial processes for donors and beneficiaries alike. However, our noble efforts have encountered formidable resistance from banking entities that persist in imposing disproportionately high interchange rates on religious institutions, thereby threatening their financial stability. 😡

It is imperative that we take decisive action against this inequitable practice. By signing this petition, you are not merely advocating for one faith community but standing in solidarity with all religious denominations in their collective struggle against unjust banking practices. Your support today will contribute significantly to creating a fairer financial landscape for religious institutions, enabling them to focus more resources on their invaluable community services and spiritual missions. 🙏✊

Please join us in this crucial initiative by adding your voice to ours. Together, we can pave the way towards a more equitable and supportive environment for all religious institutions. 🌍

Warm regards,

Christopher-Luke Peers