Fundraiser A fundraiser is a person or organization that contracts with a charity to raise money. Sometimes the fundraiser will take a large percentage of contributions.
Many fundraisers are actually for-profit companies.
Fundraisers, like charities, must be registered with the Secretary of State . Registration The Secretary of State maintains a registry of all charitable organizations, fundraisers and charitable trusts. It is unlawful for most organizations to solicit contributions without being registered. However, the Secretary of State cannot endorse any charitable organizations. Registration is not a guarantee against deception.