Georgia Paid Solicitor Bond Overview
- Purpose: To ensure professional solicitors follow the Charitable Solicitation Act
- Who Needs It: All paid solicitors raising funds for charities in Georgia
- Regulating Body: The Georgia Secretary of State – Charities Division
- Bond Amount: $10,000
- Minimum Price: $100; credit-based
What Is a Georgia Paid Solicitor Bond?
The Georgia Securities and Business Regulation requires paid solicitors to file $10,000 surety bonds before soliciting donations. Georgia paid solicitor bonds hold fundraisers responsible for adhering to the Charitable Solicitation Act.
How Much Do Paid Solicitor Bonds Cost in Georgia?
A $10,000 Georgia paid charitable solicitor bond starts at just $150 for a one-year term. Rates vary between 1.5% and 10% based on a soft credit preview. Apply for your free, personalized quote today!
SuretyBonds.com offers the lowest available rates from our nationwide provider network with no added fees.
How Does a Paid Charitable Solicitor Bond Work?
When you get a professional solicitor bond, you enter a three-party legal agreement.
| Bond Party | Description |
|---|---|
| 1) Principal | The hired charitable solicitor filing the bond |
| 2) Obligee | The Georgia Secretary of State – Charities Division |
| 3) Surety | The issuing surety provider |
As the principal (solicitor), you agree to conduct business lawfully. If you provide misinformation, solicit without written consent, or violate any other provisions of Georgia Rules 590-9-5, a bond claim can be filed. The surety will pay claimants and you must then reimburse the surety.
How Do I Get Bonded?
Get your Georgia paid solicitor bond by following these simple steps:
- Apply for a quote.
- Pay the premium.
- File your bond with the Charities Division.
You’ll submit the bond form online or by mail along with your other registration or registration renewal documents.
How Fast Can I Get My Bond?
You’ll get a free quote in one business day or less! However, you’ll receive your bond in the mail based on your preferred shipping method — we offer overnight, two-day and three-day shipping.
How Do I Renew My Bond?
Georgia paid solicitor bonds expire annually on December 31. We send renewal reminders starting 90 days before the expiration date. You can renew online or over the phone.
After renewing, you’ll get a continuation certificate to file with the Secretary of State. This document is proof of continued coverage.
Can I Update My Bond Form?
Your surety provider can typically update simple information like name and address with a bond rider. However, larger updates may require a new bond form.
If you’re a current client, just contact our Customer Care team with your change request:
- 1(800)308-4358
- [email protected]
How to Register as a Paid Solicitor in Georgia
The Georgia Secretary of State’s Charities Division manages charity and paid solicitor registrations. To register to become a paid solicitor, follow these steps:
- Fill out the registration form S100 and get it notarized.
- Get the $10,000 surety bond.
- Pay the $250 initial application fee.
- Provide a financial statement if you'll have access to donated funds.
You can apply online or mail in your application packet. Find more information linked in the resources below. Registrations expire annually on December 31 along with the surety bond.
