Solicitation Disclosures

PolicyLink is a public charity organized under Section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. Donations to PolicyLink are tax-deductible to the full extent permitted by applicable law. PolicyLink encourages donors to consult with their tax advisor for further details. 

All donations are for the purpose of PolicyLink’s charitable mission: PolicyLink is a national research and action institute that is working to build a future where all people in the United States of America can participate in a flourishing multiracial democracy, prosper in an equitable economy, and live in thriving communities of opportunity.  

PolicyLink’s physical address is 1438 Webster Street, Suite 303, Oakland, California 94612-3228. Inquiries may be made to Finance@PolicyLink.org

See PolicyLink’s latest financial statement

Certain states require additional specific written disclosures in soliciting contributions. Individual states’ disclosures are below.

California: PolicyLink’s audited financial statement is available upon request to PolicyLink at the address given above or online.

Colorado: Colorado residents may obtain copies of registration and financial documents from the office of the Secretary of State, (303) 894-2680, http://www.sos.state.co.us/, re: Reg. No. 20213003849.

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) 435-7352 (800-HELP-FLA), OR VISITING www.FloridaConsumerHelp.com. REGISTRATION DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL, OR RECOMMENDATION BY THE STATE. Florida Registration #CH64333.

Georgia: A full and fair description of our programs and our financial statement summary is available HERE or upon request at our office at 1438 Webster Street, Suite 303, Oakland, California 94612 or by telephone at +1 (510) 663-2333. Financial statements are filed with the Secretary of State pursuant to Code Section 43-17-5 and a copy of the filing can be obtained from the address above.

Illinois:  Contracts and reports regarding PolicyLink are on file with the Illinois Attorney General. 

Kansas: In Kansas, PolicyLink’s license number is 21-025905.

Maryland: Copies of PolicyLink’s filings are available for the cost of copies and postage from the Office of the Secretary of State, State House, Annapolis, MD 21401 pursuant to the Maryland Solicitations Act. Copies can also be obtained from PolicyLink at Webster Street, Suite 303, Oakland, California 94612 or by telephone at +1 (510) 663-2333.

Michigan: In Michigan, PolicyLink’s registration number is 63228.

Mississippi: The official registration and financial information of PolicyLink may be obtained from the Mississippi Secretary of State's office by calling +1 (888) 236-6167. Registration by the Secretary of State does not imply endorsement.

Nevada: Contributions may be tax deductible pursuant to the provisions of sec. 170(c) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986, 26 U.S.C. §170(c).

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 +1 (973) 504-6215 AND IS AVAILABLE ON THE INTERNET AT https://njconsumeraffairs.state.nj.us/public-charity-search-results/  REGISTRATION WITH THE ATTORNEY GENERAL DOES NOT IMPLY ENDORSEMENT.

New York: Contributions are only for the charitable mission of PolicyLink. A copy of PolicyLink’s last financial report filed with the Attorney General of New York is available by sending the request to the New York Attorney General’s Charities Registry at www.charitiesnys.com or, upon request, by contacting the Office of the Attorney General, Charities Bureau, 28 Liberty Street, New York, NY 10005, or calling (212) 416-8401 or contacting PolicyLink at Webster Street, Suite 303, Oakland, California 94612 or by telephone at +1 (510) 663-2333. Financial information about PolicyLink and a copy of its license are available from the State Solicitation Licensing Branch at 1-888-830-4989 or 919-807-2217.Upon request, from the Attorney General Charities Bureau, 120 Broadway, New York, NY 10271.

North Carolina: Contributions are only for the charitable mission of PolicyLink. Financial information about this organization and a copy of its license are available from the State Solicitation Licensing Branch at 888-830-4989 within North Carolina and at +1 (919) 814-5400 outside North Carolina. The license is not an endorsement by the state. 

Pennsylvania: The official registration and financial information of PolicyLink may be obtained from the Pennsylvania Department of State by calling toll-free, within Pennsylvania, +1 (800) 732-0999. Registration does not imply endorsement.  For more information contact PolicyLink at Webster Street, Suite 303, Oakland, California 94612 or by telephone at +1 (510) 663-2333.

Virginia: From the State Office of Consumer Affairs in the Department of Agriculture and Consumer Affairs, P.O. Box 1163, Richmond, VA 23218.

Washington: The registration required by the Charitable Solicitation Act is on file with the Secretary of State. It is available from the Secretary of State at +1 (800) 332-4483 or http://www.sos.wa.gov/charities/

West Virginia: West Virginia residents may obtain a summary of the registration and financial documents from the Secretary of State, State Capitol, Charleston, WV 25305. Registration does not imply endorsement. 

Wisconsin: A financial statement of the charitable organization disclosing assets, liabilities, fund balances, revenue and expenses for the preceding fiscal year will be provided to any person upon request.

REGISTRATION WITH A STATE AGENCY DOES NOT CONSTITUTE OR IMPLY ENDORSEMENT, APPROVAL OR RECOMMENDATION BY THAT STATE.