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THE NRA FOUNDATION, INC. Resolution Adopting A Donor Bill of Rights
WHEREAS, philanthropy is based on voluntary action for the common good; and,
WHEREAS, to assure that philanthropy merits the respect and trust of the general public and that donors and prospective donors can have full confidence in the not-for-profit organizations and causes they are asked to support;
NOW THEREFORE, it is resolved that all donors to The NRA Foundation, Inc., have these rights:
- To be informed of the organization's mission, of the way the organization intends to use donated resources, and of its capacity to use donations effectively for their intended purposes.
- To be informed of the identity of those serving on the organization's governing board and to expect the board to exercise prudent judgment in its stewardship responsibilities.
- To have access to the organization's most recent financial statements.
- To be assured your gifts will be used for the purposes for which they are given.
- To receive appropriate acknowledgement and recognition and to have the opportunity to keep your gift anonymous, if you desire.
- To be assured that information about your donations is handled with respect and with confidentiality.
- To expect that all relationships with individuals representing the foundation will be professional in nature.
- To be informed whether those seeking donations are volunteers, employees of the organization, or hired solicitors.
- To be assured that the foundation respects your privacy and is committed to protecting it. Your name and personal contact information will not be sold, shared, or otherwise disclosed with/to any other organization, public, private, or non-profit.
- To feel free to ask questions when making a donation and to receive prompt, truthful and forthright answers.
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