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Can I use social media to fundraise in Arizona? What are the requirements?
Fundraising via Social Media in Arizona
Arizona allows fundraising via social media, but there are certain requirements that must be followed.
According to the Arizona Attorney General, charities use social media to solicit charitable donations, and volunteers can create fundraising pages and start soliciting on behalf of a charity in minutes [3]. However, to ensure that you are donating to a legitimate charity, it is important to never give on impulse and to always obtain written information about the charity before donating [3].
Additionally, the Federal Election Commission (FEC) has specific requirements for political fundraising via social media. For example, internet public communications with text, audio, or video must include a disclaimer that identifies who paid for the communication and whether it was authorized by a candidate or committee [4].
Therefore, if you plan to fundraise via social media in Arizona, it is important to ensure that you are following all applicable laws and regulations.
Requirements for Fundraising in Arizona
In Arizona, charities must register with the Arizona Secretary of State’s office before soliciting donations [3]. Additionally, charities must provide written information about their organization, including their mission, programs, and finances, to potential donors [3].
If you plan to fundraise on behalf of a charity, it is important to ensure that the charity is registered with the Arizona Secretary of State’s office and that you are following all applicable laws and regulations.
Conclusion
In summary, fundraising via social media is allowed in Arizona, but there are specific requirements that must be followed. Charities must register with the Arizona Secretary of State’s office before soliciting donations, and political fundraising via social media must include a disclaimer. To ensure that you are donating to a legitimate charity, it is important to never give on impulse and to always obtain written information about the charity before donating.
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