Donor Bill of Rights

When you give, be sure your selected charity employs standards and policies that assure you of a "bill of rights" as a donor. You have the right to:

• Know how the funds of an organization are being spent.

• Know what the programs you support are accomplishing.

• Know that the organization complies with federal, state, and municipal laws.

• Restrict or designate your gifts to a particular project within the organization's mission objectives.

• A timely and courteous response to your inquiries about finances and programs.

• Visit office and program sites of an organization to talk personally with the staff.

• Give cheerfully without being pressured by the organization.

• Obtain a copy of the organization's most recent financial review

• Know that there is a responsible governing board providing oversight to the organization's mission.

• Know that all appeals for funds are truthful and accurate.