Special Olympics General Rules on Fundraising

Fundraising and development information can be found in Article 8 of the General Rules and is reproduced here. Portions of Articles 4 and 6 have relevant information to fundraising functions such as the use of Special Olympics marks, display of commercial messages, alcohol policies, voluntary standards and use of athlete likenesses. In addition,Article 9 provides information on the development of an annual plan and revenue and expense statement which impacts fundraising as well. The General Rules are available on
the Knowledge Management System (KMS) under “Knowledge & Collaboration.” Select “General Information,” then click on General Rules.
Please familiarize yourself with these and refer to them as you develop fundraising initiatives and relationships. Also be aware that amendments to the General Rules are made periodically.

Article 8

Fundraising and Development