Important Notice: Our web hosting provider recently started charging us for additional visits, which was unexpected. In response, we're seeking donations. Depending on the situation, we may explore different monetization options for our Community and Expert Contributors. It's crucial to provide more returns for their expertise and offer more Expert Validated Answers or AI Validated Answers. Learn more about our hosting issue here.

Can a grant be made to pay membership fees for a charitable organization?

April 26, 2017charitable fees membership organization pay

0

Posted

Can a grant be made to pay membership fees for a charitable organization?

1 Answer

0

Posted

While we may approve grants for membership in synagogues (which may include High Holiday tickets) or other religious institutions, generally we may not approve grants to charitable organizations in exchange for membership benefits. That is because most memberships in charitable organizations (i.e., cultural or educational institutions) offer tangible benefits to you or your family. Examples of prohibited membership benefits include (but are not limited to): free or reduced price admission (if others pay regular rates); special or early access to exhibits or events; and/or other privileges such as gift shop or café discounts and free parking. We may make a grant to support a charity which offers membership, if the grant is not made in exchange for membership.