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Lying down from left to right, retired breed dog "Markey", "Gypsy" in the puppy program, and "Indra" guide dog in training.

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Donor Rights

Our Donor Bill of Rights

Philanthropy is based on voluntary action for the common good.  To assure that philanthropy merits the respect and trust of the general public, and that donors and prospective donors can have full confidence in Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation, we declare that all donors have these rights:

1.     To be informed of our mission, of the way we intend to use donated resources, and of our capacity to use donations effectively for our intended purposes.

2.     To be informed of the identity of those serving on our governing board, and to exercise prudent judgment in our stewardship responsibilities.

3.     To have access to our 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.

6.     To be assured that information about their donations is handled with respect and confidentiality to the extent provided by law.

7.     To have the opportunity for their names to be deleted from mailing lists (including e-mail).

8.     To feel free to ask questions when making a donation and to receive prompt, truthful and forthright answers.

 

Support Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation

Charitable contributions from people like you make it possible for us to provide the highest quality Guide Dogs to blind men and women.

Please support our mission with a gift. You can count on us to be good stewards of your generous donation.

 

State Registration Disclosures

State Registration Disclosures

The Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation, Inc. was incorporated in the state of Connecticut in 1962. Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation partners exceptional men and women who are blind with elite German Shepherd guide dogs, providing all clients with increased independence to improve their lives and the world around them. Fidelco has a 501(c)(3) classification for the Internal Revenue Service and all donations are tax deductible to the extent allowed by law. A copy of FIdelco's financial report can be obtained by clicking here or by writing to Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation, Inc., 103 Vision Way, Bloomfield, CT 06002.

If you are a resident of one of the following states, you may obtain financial information directly from the state agency.

FLORIDA: A COPY OF THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE DIVISION OF CONSUMER SERVICES BY CALLING TOLL-FREE, WITHIN THE STATE, 1-800-HELPFLA OR VIA THE INTERNET AT www.FloridaConsumerHelp.com. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE.

NEW JERSEY: INFORMATION FILED WITH THE ATTORNEY GENERAL CONCERNING THIS CHARITABLE SOLICITATION AND THE PERCENTAGE OF CONTRIBUTIONS RECEIVED BY THE CHARITY DURING THE LAST REPORTING PERIOD THAT WERE DEDICATED TO THE CHARITABLE PURPOSE MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE ATTORNEY GENERAL OF THE STATE OF NEW JERSEY BY CALLING 973-504-6215 AND IS AVAILABLE ON THE INTERNET AT www.state.nj.us/lps/ca/charfrm./htm. REGISTRATION WITH THE ATTORNEY GENERAL DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT.

NEW YORK: UPON REQUEST, A COPY OF THE LAST FINANCIAL REPORT MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE OFFICE OF THE ATTORNEY GENERAL, DEPARTMENT OF LAW, CHARITIES BUREAU, 120 BROADWAY, NEW YORK, NY 10271.

PENNSYLVANIA:  THE OFFICIAL REGISTRATION AND FINANCIAL INFORMATION OF FIDELCO GUIDE DOG FOUNDATION, INC. MAY BE OBTAINED FROM THE PENNSYLVANIA DEPARTMENT OF THE STATE BY CALLING TOLL-FREE, WITHIN PENNSYLVANIA, 1-800-732-0999. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT.