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Executive Order No.24 series of 2000 authorizes the DSWD Secretary to approve or disapprove requests for the conduct of national fund raising campaigns. This strengthens DSWD’s mandate to regulate fund drives, public solicitations and donation for charitable or welfare purposes.

WHO MAY APPLY

An organization / agency that is:

  • Duly registered with Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) or other agencies.
  • Duly licensed or accredited by DSWD or other government agencies which have jurisdiction over them.
  • If not licensed or accredited, has a track record of performance holding charitable and welfare activities for at least three years.
  • For agencies operating for less than three years or applying for the first time, a certification from the Local Government Unit attesting to the credibility and capability of the organization.

HOW TO APPLY

  • The head of the organization or his/her duly authorized representative files an application for Authority to Conduct National Fund Raising Campaign at DSWD Field Office where the organization’s principal office is located.
  • The DSWD Field Office through its Standard Unit, assesses the application and comes up with the recommendation.
  • The DSWD Field Office forwards application, with the recommendation, to the Standards Bureau, DSWD-CO for final review and recommendation to the DSWD-Secretary.
  • The Standards Bureau forwards to DSWD Field Office approved application and Certificate of Authority to Conduct National Fund- Raising Campaign. Likewise, Standards Bureau also forwards a disapproved application to DSWD Field Office with reasons for disapproval, for technical assistance.
  • The Authority shall not be transferable and can only be used for one year or less as specified in the Authority.

DOCUMENTS REQUIRED

The following shall be submitted to DSWD Field Offices:

  • Letter addressed to DSWD Secretary signifiying interest to conduct a National Fund-Raising Campaign with duly accomplished application form.
  • Certified true copy of the Certification of Registration from SEC including the Articles of Incorporation and By-laws or from other agencies where they are registered.
  • List of current members of the Governing Board of the organization certified by the Corporate Secretary, stating their business and home addresses and nationality/ies.
  • Approved Board Resolution to conduct a nationwide fund campaign and a pledge of Governing Board that 30% of the total fund shall be spent for administrative expenses and 70% for the proposed project. In cases of voluntary contributions, not more than 10% of the total collection shall be spent for administrative expenses.
  • Depending on the type of fund raising activity, the following documents shall be submitted:
    • Certified list of authorized agents to do the solicitation
    • Commitment of officers of the association to assume full responsibility for the value of all tickets and/or ballots sold in case of non-payment.
    • Endorsement from appropriate agency/ies which have jurisdiction on the project to be undertaken.
  • For those applying for renewal, a financial report of proceeds and list of beneficiaries certified by LGU Treasurer or Certified Public Accountant (CPA) is required.