❓ What is a fiscal sponsorship for community organizers?

A fiscal sponsorship is a partnership that allows community organizers to receive tax-deductible donations, access nonprofit infrastructure, and stay focused on community work—without having to start a 501(c)(3) nonprofit.

When you're fiscally sponsored by an organization like Pure Charity, your project operates under our legal and tax-exempt status. That means you can raise funds, collect donations, and issue tax receipts while we handle the heavy lifting—things like donation processing, financial reporting, compliance, and accountability.

💡 Why is this a great option for organizers?

Starting a nonprofit from scratch is time-consuming and expensive. It requires legal filings, a board of directors, policies, annual IRS reporting, and a lot of administrative upkeep. For grassroots projects and fast-moving campaigns, that can be more of a barrier than a help.

Fiscal sponsorship lets you:

• Start raising money quickly—no waiting for IRS approval
• Build trust with donors and grantmakers using an established 501(c)(3)
• Avoid paperwork and focus on your organizing work
• Use donation tools and reporting systems designed for transparency
• Grow or pause your work flexibly—without committing to a full nonprofit

🤝 Why Pure Charity?

Pure Charity is more than a back-office service—we're a platform built to support grassroots movements, community leaders, and bold new ideas. Here’s what makes us a strong partner for organizers:

• Proven infrastructure: We’ve helped hundreds of community-led initiatives raise and manage millions in donations.
• Mission-aligned: We believe in building systems that serve people, not the other way around.
• Powered by a Donor-Advised Fund structure: Giving you flexibility and oversight as you grow.
• All-in-one tools: From donation pages to donor management and financial reporting—we’ve got you covered.
• Human support: You’ll have a real team behind you to answer questions, guide you, and support your impact.

Whether you’re launching a new mutual aid group, organizing local campaigns, or building something the community needs but the system won’t fund—Pure Charity gives you the legal, financial, and technical tools to make it real. No need for a board. No legal hoops. Just a path forward.