Donor Bill of Rights

St. Anthony Foundation Donor Bill of Rights

Philanthropy is rooted in voluntary action for the common good. It reflects a tradition of generosity and compassion that enhances the quality of life in our communities. At the St. Anthony Foundation, we are committed to honoring that tradition by building trust, demonstrating transparency, and stewarding every gift with integrity.

To ensure our donors and prospective donors can give with confidence, we affirm that every donor to the St. Anthony Foundation has the right:

1. To be informed of the Foundation’s mission, how donated resources will be used, and our capacity to use those resources effectively for their intended purposes.
2. To know the identity of those serving on the Foundation’s governing board and to expect prudent and responsible stewardship.
3. To have access to the Foundation’s most recent financial information.
4. To be assured that gifts will be used for the purposes for which they were given.
5. To receive appropriate acknowledgment and recognition for their generosity.
6. To have their information handled with respect and confidentiality, to the extent provided by law.
7. To expect that all interactions with Foundation representatives are professional, respectful, and aligned with our mission and values.
8. To be informed whether those seeking donations are volunteers, employees, or contracted representatives of the Foundation.
9. To request that their name be removed from mailing or communication lists the Foundation may share.
10. To ask questions when making a gift and to receive prompt, truthful, and transparent answers.

St. Anthony Foundation E-Donor Bill of Rights

As charitable giving increasingly takes place online, the St. Anthony Foundation is committed to ensuring that donors experience the same level of trust, transparency, and security in digital environments.

In addition to the rights outlined above, online donors have the right:

1. To be clearly and immediately informed of the Foundation’s name, identity, nonprofit status, mission, and purpose when visiting our website.
2. To have easy and clear access to alternative contact information beyond the website or email.
3. To be assured that all third-party logos, trademarks, and trustmarks displayed on our website are accurate, current, and clearly explained.
4. To be informed whether a contribution is tax-deductible and of any applicable limitations based on current laws.
5. To be assured that all online transactions are processed through secure, private systems that protect personal information.
6. To be clearly informed whether a contribution goes directly to the St. Anthony Foundation or is processed through a third party.
7. To have easy access to our privacy policy and a clear understanding of what information is collected and how it is used.
8. To be informed of and have the ability to opt out of any data sharing, rental, or transfer to other organizations.
9. To not receive unsolicited communications unless they have chosen to opt in to receive such information.