Alaska Statewide Rule

Alaska Charitable Solicitation Registration State Requirements

Heavy RestrictionsApplies statewide across Alaska (2026)

Key Facts

Statute: AS 45.68
Filing: Annual
Authority: Department of Law
Penalty cap: $25,000 per violation
Small charity exempt: Under $5,000

Last verified: August 20, 2026Source: Alaska State Legislature

Summary

Alaska requires charitable organizations and paid solicitors to register annually with the Department of Law before soliciting contributions in the state, with disclosures required at the point of solicitation regardless of city door-to-door rules.

To register under this section, a charitable organization or paid solicitor shall file with the department (1) a registration statement on a form or in a format provided and established by the department by regulation; and (2) in the case of a paid solicitor, a bond in the amount and under the conditions established by the department by regulation.

Source: Alaska State LegislatureView official code

Full Breakdown

Under AS 45.68, charitable organizations must file an annual registration with the Alaska Department of Law before soliciting contributions, including online, mail, telephone, and in-person solicitation. Paid solicitors and fundraising counsel face additional registration, contract filing, and reporting duties. Solicitors must disclose the charity's name, the solicitor's status as paid, and that financial information is available from the Department of Law. Certain religious organizations and small nonprofits raising under $5,000 are exempt. Cities may impose additional door-to-door permit requirements for commercial solicitation but cannot waive the state charitable registration mandate.

Violations & Penalties

Unregistered solicitation is an unfair trade practice under AS 45.50 and can bring civil penalties up to $25,000, injunctions, and restitution to donors.

Frequently Asked Questions

Does my nonprofit need to register before fundraising in Alaska?

Yes, unless exempt. Most charities soliciting Alaska donors must file annual paperwork with the Department of Law before any contributions are requested.

Are paid solicitors regulated more strictly?

Yes. Paid solicitors and fundraising counsel must register separately, file each fundraising contract, and submit financial reports under AS 45.68.020 and .030.

What disclosures must a solicitor make at the door?

Solicitors must identify the charity, disclose if they are paid, and note that financial details are available from the Alaska Department of Law on request.

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