DONATIONS

Philanthropy is based on voluntary actions performed for the common good. It is elementary to a good quality of life. To assure that the St. Francis Seraph Ministries tradition of benevolence holds the respect of the public and that the trust it receives is well deserved it is held that donors have:

A DONOR BILL OF RIGHTS

I. To be informed of an organization’s mission, the intended use of funds and the capacity to use the donations effectively and for the intended use.

II. To know who is on the Staff and to expect their prudent judgment.

III. To be able to access the agency’s most recent financials.

IV. To be assured that gifts are used in the spirit of the donor’s intent at the time of giving.

V. To receive appropriate acknowledgement and recognition.

VI. To expect their donations to be handled with appropriate respect and confidentiality.

VII. To expect a professional attitude when dealing with the representatives of the agency.

VIII. To be informed as to the status of the organization’s representatives, whether volunteers, employees or hired solicitors.

IX. To expect not to have their names shared via mailing list exchanges.

X. To be free to ask questions and receive prompt and thorough answers when considering a donation.