Virginia Professional Solicitor Bond Overview
- Purpose: To protect the public from illegal and dishonest fundraising practices
- Who Needs It: All registered professional solicitors fundraising for charities in Virginia
- Regulating Body: The Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (VDACS) | Office of Charitable and Regulatory Programs
- Bond Amount: $20,000
- Premium Price: $300 for one year
What Is a Virginia Professional Solicitor Bond?
The VDACS’ Office of Charitable and Regulatory Programs requires paid charitable fundraisers to file a surety bond as financial security.
Virginia professional solicitor bonds protect donors and charities from harm if a paid solicitor breaks state regulations.
Note: If you need a bond for door-to-door or for-profit solicitations not for fundraising, please visit our Virginia Transient Merchant Bonds page.
How Much Do Professional Solicitor Bonds Cost?
The state-required $20,000 Virginia solicitor bond costs $300. You’ll pay a flat rate with no application or credit check requirement. This covers one full year of coverage. Buy your bond online in minutes.
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How Does a Virginia Fundraiser Bond Work?
When you get a charitable solicitor or fundraiser bond, you enter a legally-binding agreement between three parties.
| Bond Party | Description |
|---|---|
| 1) Principal | The charitable solicitor filing the bond |
| 2) Obligee | The VDACS’ Office of Charitable and Regulatory Programs |
| 3) Surety | The issuing surety provider |
As the principal, you pledge to uphold your professional obligations. The surety financially backs that obligation. However, if you break this contract, you are responsible for repaying the surety for any claims.
How Do I Get a Professional Solicitor Bond?
Get your Virginia charitable solicitor bond by following these simple steps:
- Select the term length.
- Enter your solicitor information.
- Checkout online.
- File the original bond with the VDACS.
We’ll mail you the original, physical bond form with 1–3 business-day shipping options.
Can I Get Bonded With Bad Credit?
Yes, there is no minimum credit requirement for this bond!
How Do I Renew My Fundraiser Bond?
Your bond will expire after one full year. We’ll send out reminders before it expires.
You can renew your current bond for another term by simply paying the renewal invoice. There is no extra documentation you need to file with the state.
How to Register as a Professional Solicitor in Virginia
All paid fundraisers (professional solicitors) in Virginia must register with the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. Follow these steps to apply:
- Complete and notarize the registration form (Form 104).
- Attach all supporting documents.
- Purchase and attach the original $20,000 bond form.
- Pay the $500 application fee via check.
- Register for an account on the Evoke online registration portal and complete your application through it.
You can find more FAQs and troubleshooting information about the online registration process on the VDACS website.
