Title
Regulation of Charitable Contribution Solicitation
Law
Acts No. 4075
Decision Date
Oct 27, 1933
The Solicitation Permit Law in the Philippines mandates individuals and organizations to obtain a permit for soliciting contributions for charitable or public welfare purposes, with penalties of imprisonment or fines for violations.

Q&A (Acts No. 4075)

They must first secure a permit to do so from the Director of Public Welfare.

In the absence of an authorized representative of the Director of Public Welfare, the justice of the peace may issue a temporary permit not exceeding one month or refuse its issuance.

Yes, the applicant may appeal to the Director of Public Welfare upon refusal by the justice of the peace or the authorized representative to issue the permit.

No, the Act does not prevent any person or entity from receiving or granting spontaneous alms or donations.

They may be required to submit verified reports showing collections, expenditures, and the names and addresses of contributors and recipients of assistance.

Yes, the reports are open for inspection by the general public.

The Director or his authorized representative may investigate the books, papers, affairs, and activities related to the solicitation of contributions for public protection.

Yes, organizations or institutions established for charitable or public welfare purposes authorized by executive proclamation are exempt.

Violations may be punished by imprisonment for not more than six months or a fine not exceeding two hundred pesos, or both, at the court's discretion.

The personal penalty shall be imposed upon the officers of the offending corporation, organization, or association.

It took effect on its approval on October 27, 1933.


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