MADISON FESTIVALS INC. Official Charity Guidelines

Requirements*
*Groups that do not meet this criteria are encouraged to participate as volunteers in Madison Festivals' other earning opportunities.

Status: Official IRS designation as a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization. Must provide tax-exempt document. Secular in nature.

Location: Madison area contact to coordinate efforts with Madison Festivals.

Service area: Must serve the population of Dane County.

Number of volunteers: Provide volunteers to fill a minimum of 100 four hour shifts.

Funds: At least 65% of budget spent on programs and/or services. (35% or less on fund-raising and administration.)

Focus (preferred): Organizations whose focus appeal to event participants/attendees.

Benefits

Fundraising: $8.00 per each volunteer hour.

Choice of shifts: priority over other volunteers or groups.

Publicity: MFI website link; mention in media articles and interviews.

Promotions: opportunities to raise additional funds may be possible (tips, raffle, donations, etc.).