Solicitation of Contributions
Information for Businesses
The Solicitation of Contributions Act requires anyone who solicits donations from people in the State of Florida to register with the Department and renew annually. This applies to charitable organizations, sponsors, professional solicitors, as well as professional fundraising consultants. The Department collects registration fees and has authority to impose penalties for non-compliance. The Department provides financial disclosure regarding organizations on the online Gift Givers' Guide or you can obtain information about a specific charity by calling our Consumer Assistance Call Center at 1-800-HELP-FLA (435-7352), or out of state 850-488-2221.
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- Registration for Charitable Organizations
- Registration for Professional Fundraising Solicitors
- Registration for Professional Fundraising Consultants
Additional forms:
- Professional Solicitors Surety Bond
- Notice of Commencement of Solicitations
- Professional Solicitors Financial Report of Campaign
Florida Laws |
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- Chapter 496, Florida Statutes (F.S.)
- Chapter 5J-7, Florida Administrative Code
On the FAC site, please select "latest version" to view the rules
Contact |
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If you have any questions, please contact us:
Extension Request
cswebmaster@doacs.state.fl.us
E-mail
cswebmaster@doacs.state.fl.us
Telephone
1-800-HELP-FLA (435-7352) Calling from Florida
850-488-2221 Calling from outside of Florida
Physical Location
Terry Rhodes Building
2005 Apalachee Parkway
Tallahassee, FL 32399-6500
Map to the office
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