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Angela Even
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October 20, 2023

Is anyone looking or aware of anyone who is interested in working for a non-profit on commission? I am considering an extremely high percentage of profit for payment via a commission structure. This means the person with the skills and the reach really has a limitless amount of money to earn. The more you raise the more you earn. Sounds pitchy and scammy. It is not.  I just need help making this happen. I need funding and donations and I am operating alone. 

Any thoughts on the idea? Any issues with the structure? Was any legal aspect overlooked? 

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Elsie
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October 20, 2023

It is unethical for fundraising professionals' compensation to be based on the amount raised. Per the Association of Fundraising Professionals Code of Ethical Standards:  "Members shall not accept compensation or enter into a contract that is based on a percentage of contributions; nor shall members accept finder’s fees or contingent fees."

https://afpglobal.org/sites/default/files/attachments/2019-03/CodeofEthics.pdf

Also -- yes, sounds totally scammy -- and slimy. Not an advisable structure. Imagine trying to explain it to donors. And if you plan to hide it, imagine  explaining it to a donor who discovers the payment structure....even harder.  

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Metin Savignano October 20, 2023

 

Sounds pitchy and scammy.

That’s correct.

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