We're excited to help you get started in achieving your fundraising goals, but it's crucial to understand the specific requirements that campaign creators from different countries must follow. These requirements can vary based on the campaign's location and the legal framework of the country. Here, we provide an overview of key requirements to consider when launching your Ads campaign.
Please note that the requirements listed below are essential, but they do not guarantee campaign approval. All campaigns are reviewed on a case-by-case basis, ensuring that LaunchGood remains a trusted platform.
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Section I. Applicable to all:
- Organization Registration: Must be a registered organization with the relevant regulatory bodies in your jurisdiction, such as:
- UK: Charities Commission
- Australia: ACNC
- Canada: CRA
- USA: Charitable organizations must register with both their state and the IRS.
- Official Email Address: An official organization email address is required. Personal email addresses are not accepted.
- Updated Campaign Pitch: Include the target location of the project, e.g., country and city.
- Website and Social Media:
- Provide the organization’s website and social media links.
- Ensure updates, periodic reports, or impact reports are consistently available for transparency.
- Minimum Required Documents:
- Incorporation Documents: For US organizations, provide a state incorporation document and/or IRS determination letter (if tax-exempt).
- Key Controller ID: A valid government-issued ID of a Key Controller, e.g., passport or driving license.
- Bank Statement: An active bank statement showing the beneficiary’s bank account and name (dated within the last six months).
- Third-Party Partnerships: If partnering with a 3rd-party organization for the project, submit a valid MOU (Memorandum of Understanding) or collaboration agreement.
- Fiscal Sponsorship: If operating with a fiscal sponsor, provide an MOU or collaboration agreement between the fiscal sponsor and the sponsee
- Compliance Notifications:
- In certain cases, you may be notified of additional compliance requirements to process payments.
- Your payout status may be put on hold until these requirements are fulfilled.
Section II. Additional Requirements by Cause:
- Raising funds for constructing a building (e.g., a school, mosque):
- All requirements listed in Section I
- Governmental permit for operation.
- Proof of land ownership or right to use the land, e.g., down payment of purchase, title deed, lease agreement, rental contract.
- Governmental permit for construction, construction plan, or progress report, e.g., images, video.
- Raising funds for gifts or supplies distribution (e.g., food, aid boxes, emergency kits):
- All requirements listed in Section I
- Please update the campaign pitch with the contents of the gifts or supplies you will distribute.
- Raising funds for a product or business:
- All requirements listed in Section I
- Additional documents may also be required based on the business or product, e.g., sales report.
- Raising funds as sadaqah jariyah or on behalf of someone else
- Attestation letter:
- If fundraising on behalf of another person or as sadaqah jariyah, a relevant individual or the next of kin must complete an attestation letter
- The signatory must also provide a copy of their ID.
At LaunchGood, we're here to support you in making a positive impact. These requirements are in place to maintain trust and transparency within our community. Let's work together to create meaningful and successful campaigns that align with our mission and values. We can't wait to see the positive change you'll bring to the world!
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