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So let’s say hypothetically, I had a website that had a PayPal donate button and it was like “Donate X Amount of $ to help pay for <insert cost” would that technically be the game “making money.” I know you’re not an Epic employee but I figured you’re well versed in the world of UE and what not so I thought you could help answer it.

Check out last stream about Marketing for more information.
You pay revenue from money that was generated by your project - does not matter how: sales, ads, in-game purchases and other stuff mentioned in EULA.
Difference between donations and other payments is fundamental. If your game is totally free and any user could play in full version without restrictions without additional payments - then you have clean donations and you’re free from revenue payments. But if donation grants access to some additional stuff in your games then it is a different story and you have to pay royalty.
Check out this part about Kickstarter from EULA

What if my product obtains crowdfunding via Kickstarter or another source?
Royalties are due on revenue from Kickstarter or other crowdfunding sources when the revenue is actually attributable to your product. For example, if the user is required to purchase a particular funding package to obtain access (now or later) to your product, or if that package gives the buyer benefits within the product such as in-game items or virtual currency.

Disclaimer: Could be wrong, check everything by yourself