POLICIES AND PROCEDURES

DONATIONS

Girl Scouts of Western Ohio’s is classified as the legal 501(c) (3) entity and has primary responsibility for soliciting funds. Girl Scouts of Western Ohio is the only legal entity authorized to accept gifts. Local geographic units, communities or individuals are not.

Any funding request or monetary donation, in-kind donation, or troop sponsorship with a value over $100, or being made by the donor with specific stipulations, must be approved by the regional director. The regional director shall review the donation to ensure that the donation/gift have program value for girls and that usage is consistent with the program standards and council policies.