What information and attachments does the application request?

It asks about the organization, campaign purpose and methods, dates, fundraising and expenses, and work in the Village. Corporations must attach formation documents, and charitable organizations must attach proof of current federal tax-deductible status.

How do I submit the charitable solicitation permit application?

File it with the Village Clerk at least 30 days before the campaign begins and include the required application fee. The form does not state the fee amount.

Do I need a notary for this application?

No. The application is signed and dated without a notary, and it does not require any attachment to be notarized or sworn.

Caledonia, MI · Kent County

No notary required

Application for Permit for Charitable Solicitation

Organizations use this application to request a Village of Caledonia permit for charitable solicitation on public streets, in public places, or door to door.

What this form is

The application requests a permit for a charitable solicitation campaign on Village streets or in other public places, including house-to-house canvassing. The Village Code says to file it with the Village Clerk at least 30 days before the campaign begins. It asks for the organization’s details, campaign purpose and methods, dates, fundraising and expense estimates, and information about the organization’s work; some applicants must attach corporate documents and tax-status proof.

Who needs it

An organization planning a covered charitable solicitation campaign on Village streets or public places, or by house-to-house canvassing, needs to apply.

How to submit it

File the application with the Village Clerk at least 30 days before the campaign begins. The form says to submit the required application fee, but does not state its amount.

About notarization

This application is signed and dated without a notary; the document does not require any attachment to be notarized or sworn.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Village of Caledonia Application for Permit for Charitable Solicitation.
2
Complete The Application
Provide the organization and campaign information requested, including dates, fundraising goals, expenses, and prior work in the Village.
3
Gather Required Attachments
If applicable, attach the organization’s charter or articles of incorporation, certificate to do business in Michigan, and proof of current tax status.
4
Submit To The Village Clerk
File the application and required fee with the Village Clerk at least 30 days before the campaign begins.

Frequently asked questions

Who should file this charitable solicitation permit application?: An organization planning a charitable solicitation campaign on Village streets or public places, or through house-to-house canvassing, should apply.
What information and attachments does the application request?: It asks about the organization, campaign purpose and methods, dates, fundraising and expenses, and work in the Village. Corporations must attach formation documents, and charitable organizations must attach proof of current federal tax-deductible status.
How do I submit the charitable solicitation permit application?: File it with the Village Clerk at least 30 days before the campaign begins and include the required application fee. The form does not state the fee amount.
Do I need a notary for this application?: No. The application is signed and dated without a notary, and it does not require any attachment to be notarized or sworn.

Need something notarized?

This Application for Permit for Charitable Solicitation doesn’t need a notary — but Michigan residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.