Donor Bill of Rights

We believe charitable giving reflects a tradition of generosity that strengthens communities and changes lives. To ensure that your confidence in ACU is well placed, we affirm that every donor has these rights:

Your Rights as a Donor

1. To be informed of the organization’s mission, of the way the organization intends to use donated resources, and of its capacity to use donations effectively for their intended purposes.
2. To be informed of the identity of those serving on the organization’s governing board, and to expect the board to exercise prudent judgment in its stewardship responsibilities.
3. To have access to the organization’s most recent financial statements.
4. To be assured their gifts will be used for the purposes for which they were given.
5. To receive appropriate acknowledgment and recognition.
6. To be assured that information about their donations is handled with respect and with confidentiality to the extent provided by law.
7. To expect that all relationships with individuals representing organizations of interest to the donor will be professional in nature.
8. To be informed whether those seeking donations are volunteers, employees of the organization or hired solicitors.
9. To have the opportunity for their names to be deleted from mailing lists that an organization may intend to share.
10. To feel free to ask questions when making a donation and to receive prompt, truthful and forthright answers.

Tax Information

Arizona Christian University is a 501(c)(3) organization as determined by the Internal Revenue Service. Donors may deduct contributions as provided in Section 170 of the Internal Revenue Code. Bequests, legacies, devises, transfers, or gifts to ACU are deductible for federal estate and gift tax purposes under the applicable provisions of Sections 2055, 2106, and 2522 of the Code.

Give with Confidence

ACU is a proud member of the Evangelical Council for Financial Accountability (ECFA), affirming our commitment to financial integrity, transparency, and responsible stewardship of every gift.