South Carolina Professional Solicitor Bond Overview
- Purpose: To ensure professional solicitors follow state laws
- Who Needs It: Anyone who solicits donations or advises solicitation plans for charitable organizations in South Carolina
- Regulating Body: The SC Secretary of State’s Office
- Bond Amount: $15,000
- Premium Price: $225 for a one-year term
What Is a South Carolina Professional Solicitor Bond?
The South Carolina Secretary of State’s Office (SoS) — Public Charities Division requires professional solicitors to have a $15,000 surety bond. South Carolina professional solicitor bonds ensure that paid fundraisers adhere to the Solicitation of Charitable Funds Act.
Who Needs a Professional Solicitor Bond?
Anyone hired by a charitable organization to solicit contributions or advise solicitation plans for a charity must be bonded.
The following individuals are not considered professional solicitors and are exempt from the bond requirement:
- Bona fide salaried officers
- Unpaid directors
- Bona fide employees
- Part-time student employees
Note: The above individuals may be considered professional solicitors if they are paid a commission for funds raised. Confirm if you need a bond with the SoS.
How Much Do Professional Solicitor Bonds Cost in South Carolina?
A $15,000 South Carolina professional solicitor bond costs $225 for a one-year term. All applicants qualify for the same fixed rate. Get your bond today!
SuretyBonds.com offers the lowest available rates from our nationwide provider network with no added fees.
How Does a South Carolina Professional Solicitor Bond Work?
When you get a professional solicitor bond, you enter a three-party agreement.
| Bond Party | Description |
|---|---|
| 1. Principal | You, the professional solicitor |
| 2. Obligee | The South Carolina SoS |
| 3. Surety | The issuing surety provider |
If you break state law, harmed parties can file a claim. The surety will pay for valid claims and you must reimburse the surety later on.
How Do I Get a Professional Solicitor Bond in South Carolina?
Get your professional solicitor bond in three simple steps:
- Provide contact information.
- Pay the premium.
- File your bond with the SoS.
Find your bond form in your email inbox just minutes after checkout.
How Do I File My Bond?
You’ll file your bond with your registration form. Mail all documents to the following address:
SC Secretary of State’s Office
Attn: Charities Division
1205 Pendleton Street, Suite 525
Columbia, SC 29201
How Do I Renew My Professional Solicitor Bond?
Professional fundraiser bonds expire annually and can be renewed online or over the phone. Just follow the instructions provided in our periodic renewal messages. We’ll start sending them 90 days before the expiration date.
How Do I Update My Bond Information?
If you need to update simple information like name and address, we can issue a bond rider. However, larger updates may require a new bond.
Contact our Customer Care team with your change request:
- 1(800)308-4358
- [email protected]
How to Register as a Professional Solicitor in South Carolina
To become a professional solicitor, file the following registration materials with the Secretary of State:
- Registration Application
- $15,000 surety bond
- Notice of Solicitation Form
- All contracts with charitable organizations
- $50 filing fee
Note: If you solicit for a professional solicitor company, you must file an Individual Professional Solicitor Registration Application.
Additionally, you’ll need to file a Joint Financial Report for each charitable campaign you complete.
Mail all materials to the following address:
SC Secretary of State’s Office
Attn: Charities Division
1205 Pendleton Street, Suite 525
Columbia, SC 29201
