Internal Revenue Code ยง 501(c)(3): Federal tax law governing tax-deductible charitable contributions and nonprofit organization status
Pension Protection Act 2006: Federal legislation establishing requirements for charitable giving and donor documentation
USA PATRIOT Act: Federal law requiring donor verification and anti-money laundering compliance measures
Bank Secrecy Act: Federal regulations regarding reporting and documentation of large cash donations
Federal Gift Tax Regulations: Tax laws governing the treatment of charitable gifts and associated tax implications
State Charitable Solicitation Laws: State-specific regulations governing how charitable organizations can solicit donations
State Nonprofit Corporation Laws: State-level legislation governing the operation of nonprofit organizations
State Trust Laws: State regulations governing the establishment and management of charitable trusts and endowments
State Fundraising Regulations: State-specific rules governing fundraising activities and donor relationships
State Consumer Protection Laws: State legislation protecting donors as consumers in charitable transactions
IRS Regulations: Federal tax authority requirements for charitable giving and nonprofit operations
State Attorney General Oversight: State-level supervision and enforcement of charitable organization compliance
AFP Guidelines: Association of Fundraising Professionals industry standards and ethical guidelines
Donor Bill of Rights: Industry standard document outlining fundamental rights of charitable donors
Privacy Laws: Federal and state regulations governing the protection of donor personal information
CAN-SPAM Act: Federal law regulating electronic communications with donors and prospects
