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Can I offer contests that involve charity donations in Alaska? What are the requirements?

Charitable Contests in Alaska

Alaska law does not have specific provisions for charitable contests. However, contests of skill are allowed in Alaska [1.1].

To conduct a contest of skill that involves charity donations, the organizer must comply with Alaska’s charitable solicitation laws. Charitable organizations must register with the Alaska Department of Law before soliciting donations in the state [1.4].

Requirements for Charitable Solicitation

To register as a charitable organization in Alaska, the organization must submit an application to the Alaska Department of Law. The application must include the following information [1.4]:

  • The organization’s name, address, and contact information
  • The purpose of the organization
  • The names and addresses of the organization’s officers and directors
  • A copy of the organization’s articles of incorporation and bylaws
  • A list of the organization’s activities and programs
  • A financial statement for the organization’s most recent fiscal year
  • A copy of the organization’s IRS Form 990

Once registered, charitable organizations must file annual reports with the Alaska Department of Law [1.4].

Use of Donations

Charitable organizations must use donations for their stated charitable purposes. They must also comply with any restrictions placed on donations by the donor [1.4].

Conclusion

Contests of skill are allowed in Alaska, but there are specific requirements for charitable organizations that wish to solicit donations in the state. Charitable organizations must register with the Alaska Department of Law and use donations for their stated charitable purposes.

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Alaska