Just a quick question. Does anyone know the legalities of asking for a donation (not purchase so obviously optional) with reguards to games released to the public at no charge that use copywrite material?

I know alot of copywrite material is on this site but they don't ask for donations, while other sites do.

Any help appreciated
From an unemployed designer/coder

I'm not sure what you mean. You may wish to talk to a lawyer that studies copyright law, both international and domestic.

Thanks for the fast reply. What i mean to say is: is it ok to accept donations for free software. Even though this software may contain copywrite material.

I will see if i can find a lawyer somewhere who knows what is considered ok, legal wise, for fan created work.

Thanks again.

I doubt it is. But as you said, you should find a lawyer who knows more about this. :)