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Can public schools solicit donations directly from students?

Law Asked by Igor Urisman on January 16, 2021

I have a daughter in a public school in California in 1st grade. Her school is getting ready for a walkathon where each student is expected to bring in donations. This strikes me as inappropriate: the children do not have their own funds and therefore should not be solicited. All requests for donations in my view should go to parents. Are there any laws or regulations restricting public (or private for that matter) schools from soliciting donations from 7-year-olds?

2 Answers

It is not prohibited in California under EDC §49011, though your local board could make it prohibited. In-person solicitation of goods or money during school hours is prohibited in NY state, under Regents Rule 19.6, but recruiting children during school hours is allowed.

Correct answer by user6726 on January 16, 2021

Are there any laws or regulations restricting public (or private for that matter) schools from soliciting donations from 7-year-olds?

No. Some particular schools might have informal policies on the subject but the conduct you describe is common and not illegal.

Answered by ohwilleke on January 16, 2021

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