Trenton, MI · Wayne County
Application for Door-to-Door Sale or Solicitation
Nonprofit groups and organizations use this application to request approval for a door-to-door sale or solicitation event in Trenton.
What this form is
This application is for nonprofit groups or organizations planning a fundraising sale or solicitation in Trenton. It asks for group and applicant details, event type and dates, times, sale area, fundraising purpose, and adult supervision information. The City says completed applications must be received at least 15 days before the scheduled event for timely City Council consideration; Sunday solicitations and solicitation after dark are not permitted.
Who needs it
A nonprofit group or organization planning a door-to-door sale or solicitation event in Trenton should complete this application.
How to submit it
Send the completed application to the City Clerk’s Office at 2800 Third Street, Trenton, MI 48183. The city says it must receive the application at least 15 days before the scheduled event.
About notarization
This application does not require a notary; the applicant just signs and dates it, and no notarized attachment or sworn step is listed.
How to submit this form
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Download the Application
Download the door-to-door sale or solicitation application.
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Complete the Application
Provide the group and applicant details, event information, sale area, fundraising purpose, and supervision details.
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Attach School Approval if Applicable
If the event is a Trenton Public School fundraiser, attach the written statement of approval from the school.
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Submit to the City Clerk
Send the completed application to the City Clerk’s Office at 2800 Third Street at least 15 days before the scheduled event.
Frequently asked questions
- Do I need a notary for the door-to-door solicitation application?
- No. This application does not require a notary; the applicant just signs and dates it, and no notarized attachment or sworn step is listed.
- How do I submit the application?
- Send it to the City Clerk’s Office at 2800 Third Street, Trenton, MI 48183. The city must receive it at least 15 days before the scheduled event.
- What information does the application ask for?
- It asks for group and applicant details, the fundraising event type, event dates and times, sale area, use of proceeds, and adult supervision information.
Need something notarized?
This Application for Door-to-Door Sale or Solicitation doesn’t need a notary — but Michigan residents can notarize other documents online with a commissioned online notary.