It sounds like there are some issues with the way Proton is handling cryptocurrency donations, specifically regarding their integration with BitPay.
Firstly, it's great that you're considering donating to a good cause (in this case, Proton)! However, it's understandable that you'd want to use Bitcoin or your Proton wallet for the donation. The fact that BitPay errors out when trying to select "Proton wallet" suggests some confusion or miscommunication between the two services.
Before deciding not to donate, I'd recommend checking a few things:
1. **Contact Proton's support**: Reach out to Proton's customer support team and let them know about the issues you're experiencing with BitPay. They might be able to provide more information on why they chose to use BitPay or offer an alternative solution.
2. **Check if there are other payment options**: Even though BitPay doesn't allow you to pay with Bitcoin directly, it's possible that Proton has another way for users to donate using cryptocurrency (e.g., via a different service or integration).
3. **Consider an alternative donation method**: If the issues with BitPay persist and you still want to support Proton, see if there are other ways to donate, such as through their website's contact form or by sending a direct payment (if allowed).
If none of these options work out, it might be worth reconsidering your decision to donate through Proton. However, I'd still encourage supporting the cause if possible, perhaps through an alternative route.
What do you think?