Here's how the amounts in the weekly sharing process are calculated:

Actual Amount of Loss

This is the total cost for all events this week, including repairs, total losses and roadside assistance.

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(LESS)

From Applicants

Out-of-Pocket

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Remaining Pledge Balance

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This is the part that applicants pay first.

Total Authorized Sharing Amount

This is the amount approved for community sharing under the program rules.

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(LESS)

GDM Donation

This is a one-time $2M donation from GDM. It’s used when a weekly sharing would exceed the per-member cap.

Current balance:

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(PLUS)

Settlement Buffer

This account helps bridge collection gaps to ensure a smooth sharing experience and is owned by all members. This amount may be positive or negative: a positive amount slightly increases member contributions, while a negative amount reduces them.

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Member Contributions

This is the actual amount shared among effective plans.

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