Respecting Our Donors

At Momentum, we strive to develop and maintain relationships with our donors. Donor relationships are of the highest priority. We work to gain and maintain the donor's trust.

As part of our fundraising efforts, Momentum has developed a set of Fund Development policies to guide our efforts in this area.

Adherence to Laws and Professional Standards

Momentum will adhere to the following regulations and professional standards in all of its fund development activities.

  • The Charitable Fund Raising Act - Province of Alberta
  • Income Tax Act - Gifts and Official Donation Receipts - Government of Canada
  • Association of Fundraising Professionals Code of Ethical Principles
  • Association of Fundraising Professionals Standards of Professional Practice
  • Canadian Centre for Philanthropy Ethical Fundraising and Financial Accountability Code
  • Momentum Privacy Policy

Fundraising Code of Conduct

We honour a donor's request as to the frequency of solicitations and to the method of solicitation.

Donors will be made comfortable to ask questions when making a donation, and to receive prompt, truthful, and forthright answers.

We treat donors and prospective donors with consideration and respect. The requests and requirements of all donors will be thoughtfully considered before the donation is accepted.

All relationships between donors and individuals representing the organization will be professional in nature.

We believe that we provide an opportunity for donors and potential donors to participate in the important work we do in the community. We do not "beg" for donations.

We offer information and opportunities for people to join us. We do not use pressure or guilt.

We are positive and optimistic. We strive to continue to cultivate potential donors, even in discouraging situations.

We are truly appreciative of our donors and potential donors. We always thank people for considering a donation, even when the answer is no. We recognize and steward our donors, demonstrating their impact and contribution to the work we do in the community.