Who should complete the Gettysburg Solicitation License Application?

People and businesses soliciting donations or gifts within Gettysburg should complete it. The form lists exceptions for religious proselytizing, political speech, and distributing political handbills.

What information and documents does the application request?

It asks for applicant and business information, solicitation methods and locations, and details for each solicitor. It also requests documentation of nonprofit tax-exempt status or private business affiliation.

How do I submit the Solicitation License Application?

Mail or drop off the application to the Borough of Gettysburg Planning Department at 59 East High Street, Gettysburg, PA 17325. Pay by check or money order payable to the Borough.

Do I need a notary for the Solicitation License Application?

No. The application has no notary block and lists no sworn or notarized attachment; complete and date the form without a notary.

Gettysburg, PA · Adams County

No notary required

Application for Solicitation License

This application is for people or businesses seeking a Gettysburg solicitation license to solicit donations, gifts, money, merchandise, or other things of value.

What this form is

Gettysburg requires people engaged in soliciting donations or gifts within the Borough to obtain a license, with exceptions for religious proselytizing, political speech, and distributing political handbills. The application asks for applicant and business details, solicitation methods and locations, and information about each solicitor; it also requests documentation of nonprofit tax-exempt status or a private business affiliation.

Who needs it

People and businesses soliciting donations or gifts in Gettysburg should complete this application, except for the activities listed as exempt on the form.

How to submit it

Mail or drop off the application to the Borough of Gettysburg, Attn: Planning Department, 59 East High Street, Gettysburg, PA 17325. Payment is by check or money order payable to the Borough of Gettysburg.

About notarization

This application has no notary block; it lists no sworn or notarized attachment, so the applicant completes and dates the form without a notary.

How to submit this form

1
Download The Application
Download the Solicitation License Application PDF.
2
Complete The Form
Provide applicant and business details, describe solicitation methods, and list recent and planned solicitation locations.
3
Gather Supporting Documentation
Provide documentation of nonprofit tax-exempt status or private business affiliation for each solicitor, as requested.
4
Submit To The Borough
Mail or drop off the application at the Planning Department, 59 East High Street, Gettysburg, PA 17325. Include a check or money order payable to the Borough.

Frequently asked questions

Who should complete the Gettysburg Solicitation License Application?: People and businesses soliciting donations or gifts within Gettysburg should complete it. The form lists exceptions for religious proselytizing, political speech, and distributing political handbills.
What information and documents does the application request?: It asks for applicant and business information, solicitation methods and locations, and details for each solicitor. It also requests documentation of nonprofit tax-exempt status or private business affiliation.
How do I submit the Solicitation License Application?: Mail or drop off the application to the Borough of Gettysburg Planning Department at 59 East High Street, Gettysburg, PA 17325. Pay by check or money order payable to the Borough.
Do I need a notary for the Solicitation License Application?: No. The application has no notary block and lists no sworn or notarized attachment; complete and date the form without a notary.

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This Application for Solicitation License doesn’t need a notary — but if you have another Gettysburg form that does, a commissioned online notary can help.