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Can I use social media to fundraise in California? What are the requirements?
Fundraising through Social Media in California
Yes, you can use social media to fundraise in California. However, there are certain requirements that you need to follow.
According to the Attorney General’s Guide for Online Charitable Giving [4], charities and fundraisers must comply with California’s charitable solicitation registration and reporting requirements. This means that if you are a charity or fundraiser, you must register with the California Attorney General’s Registry of Charitable Trusts before soliciting donations in California.
Additionally, if you are using social media to fundraise, you must clearly disclose your charity’s name, purpose, and the fact that donations are being solicited. You must also provide a link to your charity’s website where donors can find additional information about your organization and its activities.
It is important to note that if you are using a third-party platform to fundraise, such as GoFundMe or Facebook Fundraisers, you must ensure that the platform is registered with the California Attorney General’s Registry of Charitable Trusts.
Conclusion
In summary, you can use social media to fundraise in California, but you must comply with California’s charitable solicitation registration and reporting requirements. You must also clearly disclose your charity’s name, purpose, and the fact that donations are being solicited, and provide a link to your charity’s website. If you are using a third-party platform, ensure that it is registered with the California Attorney General’s Registry of Charitable Trusts.
[4] Attorney General’s Guide for Online Charitable Giving
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California