Most charities that seek contributions nationally are required to register in 39 states and the District of Columbia that require registration before starting to solicit. What about for-profit fundraisers? Are they required to register and file their contracts and other documentation in some states? Since many states are increasing their enforcement efforts to ensure that charities and fundraisers are complying with initial and annual registration requirements, it's important that charities and fundraisers abide by these statutes—especially since noncompliance can result in the imposition of significant fines and penalties.
Watch Nonprofit Issues® editor Don Kramer’s highly acclaimed annual review of developments in nonprofit law presented to the Nonprofit Institute of the Pennsylvania Bar Institute. This program was recorded on May 17, 2022.
