Donor Bill of Rights

Donors have the right to be informed about the organization’s mission, how the organization plans to use donated resources, and the organization’s ability to use donations effectively for their intended purposes.

Donors are entitled to know the identity of those serving on the organization’s governing board and to expect the board to exercise prudent judgment in its stewardship responsibilities.

Donors have the right to access the organization’s most recent financial statements.

Donors are assured that their gifts will be used for the purposes for which they were given.

Donors will receive appropriate acknowledgment and recognition for their contributions.

Donors can be confident that information about their donation is handled with respect and confidentiality, in accordance with the law.

Donors should expect that all relationships with individuals representing the organization will be professional in nature.

Donors have the right to know whether those seeking donations are volunteers, employees of the organization, or hired solicitors.

Donors have the opportunity to have their names removed from mailing lists that the organization may intend to share.

Donors are encouraged to ask questions when making a donation and have the right to receive prompt, truthful, and forthright answers.