Philanthropy is based on voluntary action for the common good. It is a tradition of giving and sharing that is primary to the quality of life. To ensure that philanthropy merits the respect and trust of the general public, and that donors and prospective donors can have full confidence in the nonprofit organizations and causes they are asked to support, we declare that all donors have these rights:
(The Donor Bill of Rights is a publication of the Association of Fundraising Professionals, adopted by AYE of Catholic Charities of Los Angeles, Inc.)