To ensure that donors and potential donors have full confidence in the Sunshine Coast Botanical Garden Society, and in respect of the cause that we support together, the Society declares that all donors have the following rights:
- To be informed of our mission, of the way we intend to use donated resources, and of our capacity to use donations effectively for intended purposes.
- To be informed of the identity of those serving on our governing board, and to expect the board to exercise prudent judgment in its stewardship.
- To have access to our annual financial statements.
- To be assured their gifts will be used for the purposes for which they are given.
- To receive appropriate acknowledgement and recognition.
- To be assured that information about their donations is handled with respect and confidentiality to the extent provided by law.
- To expect that all relationships with individuals representing our organization will be professional in nature.
- To be informed whether those seeking donations for our organization are volunteers, employees or contractors of the Sunshine Coast Botanical Garden Society.
- To expect that the Sunshine Coast Botanical Garden Society will not share or sell a mailing list that includes the donor’s name.
- To feel free to ask questions when making a donation and to receive prompt, truthful and forthright answers.
For Canada Revenue Agency information regarding donation receipts, tax savings and the regulation of charities, please visit www.cra.gc.ca/donors or call 1-800-267-2384.