Non-Solicitation Policy

To avoid disruption of business operations or disturbance of staff, visitors, and public, The No Vet Left Behind, Inc., is a registered 501(C) (3) organization and all donations are tax exempt to the extent of applicable law, has implemented this Non-solicitation Policy (the “Non-solicitation policy”). For purposes of the Non-solicitation Policy, “Solicitation” (or “Soliciting”) shall include, requesting contributions, and posting or distributing handbills, pamphlets, petitions, and the like of any kind (“Materials”) on mail, e-mail and telecommunication systems, photocopiers, faxes and telephone lists and databases). “Commercial Solicitation” means peddling or otherwise selling, purchasing or offering goods and services for sale or purchase, distributing advertising materials, circulars or product samples, or engaging in any other conduct relating to any outside business interests or for profit or personal economic benefit. Solicitation and Commercial Solicitation performed through verbal, written, or electronic means, are covered by the Nonsolicitation Policy. Items to be distributed or offered for sale, which contain The No Vet Left Behind, Inc. trademark, names (including building names) or design elements (T-shirts, posters, etc.), must be approved by The No Vet Left Behind, Inc.

The No Vet Left Behind, Inc. recognizes the value of charitable organizations and encourages to be active participants in organizations that support or contribute to the mission of The No Vet Left Behind, Inc.  With the exception of The No Vet Left Behind, Inc. authorized charitable giving campaigns, any charitable organization that wishes to solicit funds for a charitable donation must be sponsored by a recognized organization, and obtain the approval of The No Vet Left Behind, Inc., which will coordinate donation. The organization will be provided with a stamp or certification of approval. Arrangements should be made through, and inquiries regarding the Non-solicitation Policy should be directed to, The No Vet Left Behind, Inc. In addition, any Solicitation or Commercial Solicitation by a charitable organization at any event, the prior approval of The No Vet Left Behind Inc., and must be conducted in compliance with the Solicitation Act Policy.

The Solicitation of Charitable Funds Act, Conn. Gen. Stat. §21a-175 et seq., regulates fundraising in Connecticut.  Unless exempted from registration under the statute, a charitable organization must register with the Connecticut Department of Consumer Protection (DCP) and file annual reports to be allowed to solicit charitable contributions in the state.

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