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| Fundraising | | Fundraising is an essential part of any nonprofit organization. The Council believes that a nonprofit should strive to proactively seek funds, while also following ethical practices that will ensure the upkeep of trust for the organization, and respect for the sector as a whole among donors.
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Fundraising Disclosures
The responsible actions of both donors and nonprofits promote and sustain a climate of giving. Fundraising methods should therefore be ethical and honest and encourage the donor to give voluntarily, based on their interest and knowledge of the purpose, programs, and achievements of the nonprofit. All information provided in connection with solicitations is accurate and not misleading...More |
Voluntary Charitable Giving
Appeals to donors that are threatening or intimidating are inconsistent with the essential aspects of giving to nonprofits...More |
Soliciting Practices
Donors are entitled to know who is soliciting their gift and what portion of their gift will be received by the nonprofit...More |
Donor Privacy
A nonprofit should protect the privacy of donors and disclose when information is collected about them and how this information is used. Donor information should not be shared outside of the nonprofit without donor consent. A nonprofit should also offer a way for donors to have their name removed from solicitation or other mailing lists...More |
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