# Why does The Giving Block support ERC-20 Polygon (MATIC) token but not tokens sent via Polygon?

The Giving Block supports the ERC-20 Polygon (MATIC) asset but The Giving Block does not support transfers via the Polygon/Matic network. In order to successfully donate Polygon (MATIC) to a charity please be sure the assets you are transferring are on the Ethereum mainnet (ERC-20 token).

Polygon is an Ethereum compatible solution that functions as a parallel network that helps Ethereum scale. Although many tokens exist on different networks, it is important to note that sending assets from the Polygon mainnet to nonprofits using The Giving Block will result in lost funds.

More Info [here](https://support.gemini.com/hc/en-us/articles/4404252038427-Why-does-Gemini-support-Polygon-MATIC-token-but-not-tokens-sent-via-the-Polygon-network-).

![MATIC Warning on Widget](/files/050b5rNF6QpgVQljP37c)


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