Ask Reggi Your Question Now
Can I offer contests that involve charity donations in Kansas? What are the requirements?
Here are the requirements for offering contests that involve charity donations in Kansas:
Requirements for Offering Contests that Involve Charity Donations in Kansas
Kansas law does not have specific provisions that govern contests that involve charity donations. However, there are some relevant regulations that you should be aware of.
According to KSAR 7-42-2, professional fund raisers that purposefully direct their fundraising efforts to citizens of Kansas must register with the Secretary of State. The application for registration must include information such as the legal name and any other names used by the professional fund raiser, the address of the professional fund raiser’s principal place of business, and the names and addresses of the officers, directors, partners, members, or other persons holding management positions. The professional fund raiser must also attach an operating statement for each charitable organization for which the fund raiser solicits.
Additionally, KSST 74-8722 prohibits the recruitment of persons under 18 years of age for the purpose of appearing, being heard, or being quoted in any advertising or promotion of any lottery in any electronic or print media.
Therefore, it is recommended that you consult with an attorney to ensure that your contest complies with all applicable laws and regulations. Additionally, you may want to consider obtaining approval from the Kansas Attorney General before conducting your contest.
Please note that the information provided is not exhaustive and may not cover all relevant regulations. It is your responsibility to ensure that your contest complies with all applicable laws and regulations.
Source(s):
Jurisdiction
Kansas