Gardena, CA · Los Angeles County
Notice of Intention to Solicit for Charitable or Religious Purposes
Organizations use this notice to inform Gardena of planned charitable or religious solicitations and provide details about the activity, its organizers, and its fundraising.
What this form is
The notice is for organizations planning a charitable or religious solicitation in Gardena. The form says it must be filed at least 15 days before solicitation unless the City Manager allows a shorter time. It asks about the organization, planned activity, dates, methods, fundraising goals, financial records, and distributions, and requires information about interested persons and solicitor credentials.
Who needs it
An organization planning to conduct or solicit for a charitable or religious purpose in Gardena should complete this notice before authorizing solicitors.
How to submit it
The form identifies the Planning Division and lists [email protected] and (310) 217-9524. It does not give a submission address or method; check the city website for current contact details.
About notarization
This notice is signed and dated by an authorized officer without a notary; it also calls for names and addresses of interested persons and copies of solicitor credentials.
How to submit this form
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Download The Notice
Download the Notice of Intention to Solicit for Charitable or Religious Purposes PDF.
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Complete The Notice
Fill in each blank, writing “N/A” where appropriate, and provide the requested organization, activity, solicitation, and fundraising details.
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Gather The Attachments
Attach names and addresses of persons directly interested in or engaged in the solicitation, plus a copy of the credentials issued to each solicitor.
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Sign And Contact The City
Have an authorized officer sign and date the notice. Check with the Planning Division for current submission instructions.
Frequently asked questions
- Who files the Notice of Intention to Solicit?
- An organization planning to conduct or solicit for a charitable or religious purpose in Gardena completes the notice and has an authorized officer sign it.
- When should the notice be filed?
- The form states that the notice must be filed at least 15 days before solicitation, unless the City Manager allows a shorter time.
- How do I submit the solicitation notice?
- The form identifies the Planning Division and lists [email protected] and (310) 217-9524, but does not specify a submission method. Check the city website for current contact details.
- Do I need a notary for the Notice of Intention to Solicit?
- No. An authorized officer signs and dates this notice without a notary. The form also calls for names and addresses of interested persons and copies of solicitor credentials.
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