IRC Section 501(c)(3): Federal tax code section governing charitable organizations and their tax-exempt status requirements for solicitation activities
IRS Charitable Contribution Rules: Federal requirements for substantiating charitable contributions and providing appropriate receipts to donors
FTC Regulations: Federal Trade Commission rules governing truthful advertising and representation in solicitation materials
CAN-SPAM Act: Federal law governing electronic mail solicitations, requiring specific disclosures and opt-out mechanisms
State Charitable Solicitation Laws: State-specific registration and reporting requirements for organizations soliciting charitable contributions
State Consumer Protection Laws: State-level regulations protecting consumers from deceptive or misleading solicitation practices
AFP Code of Ethics: Association of Fundraising Professionals' ethical guidelines for conducting fundraising activities
BBB Wise Giving Alliance Standards: Better Business Bureau's standards for charitable organization accountability and transparency
Donor Bill of Rights: Industry standard document outlining fundamental rights of donors in charitable giving situations
Privacy Laws: Federal and state regulations governing the collection, use, and protection of donor personal information
Disclosure Requirements: Mandatory information that must be included in solicitation materials, including organization details and fund usage
Financial Transparency Rules: Requirements for clear communication about tax deductibility and accurate representation of organizational programs and needs
