Ohio Professional Solicitor & Fund-Raising Counsel Bond
This bond is required for individuals and companies in Ohio who professionally solicit charitable donations or advise charities on fundraising. If you're paid to ask people for donations on behalf of a nonprofit organization, or if you consult with charities about their fundraising efforts, you need this $25,000 bond.…
Overview
What it is.
This bond is required for individuals and companies in Ohio who professionally solicit charitable donations or advise charities on fundraising. If you're paid to ask people for donations on behalf of a nonprofit organization, or if you consult with charities about their fundraising efforts, you need this $25,000 bond.…
Who usually needs it
Professional solicitors and fund-raising counsel hired by charitable organizations to solicit contributions must obtain this bond. Professional solicitors are persons hired by charitable organizations to solicit contributions for fundraising activities, and fund-raising counsel are individuals who will have custody of charitable contributions. Both must reg…
Pricing & timing
What to expect.
Generic pricing
License bonds are required by state and local governments to ensure compliance with industry regulations. Typical Pricing:. • Small bonds (under $25,000): Typically $100–$250 per year (flat fee). • Larger license bonds: Commonly around 1–5% of the bond amount annually. • Credit impact: Good credit: starting around 1–2% · Average credit: typically 2–4% · Credit challenges: often 4–5% or higher. Same-day approval is typical for many common license bonds. Some license bonds may price higher de…
Typical timeframe
Issuance timeframe varies by bond type and underwriting
Application
What to do next.
Tell us the bond name, state, and amount on your form.
Share business and applicant info so the team can quote it.
Sign and pay; we issue the bond and send you the documents.
Keep your effective date and renewal date on file with us.
Start the application.
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StateOHBond amount$25,000ObligeeState of OhioBond classLicense BondCategoryProfessional ServicesBondOhio Professional Solicitor & Fund-Raising Counsel BondJurisdictionStatePlain descriptionThis bond is required for individuals and companies in Ohio who professionally solicit charitable donations or advise charities on fundraising. If you're paid to ask people for donations on behalf of a nonprofit organiz…Who needs this bondProfessional solicitors and fund-raising counsel hired by charitable organizations to solicit contributions must obtain this bond. Professional solicitors are persons hired by charitable organizations to solicit contrib…
