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Kelley Drye & Warren LLP

California Publishes New Regulations Governing Charitable Campaigns

Doing good just got a little more complicated for companies that run charitable campaigns in California. In January 2023, we posted that California had passed a new law governing certain types of charitable campaigns....more

Kelley Drye & Warren LLP

New California Law Governing Commercial Co-Ventures Now (Partly) In Effect

Consumers increasingly want to feel good about their buying decisions and like-minded companies often look for ways to communicate how they align with consumers through “cause marketing” campaigns. One popular type of...more

Kelley Drye & Warren LLP

NAD Reviews Charitable Donation Claims

In recent years, more companies have been willing to take public positions on social issues and to promote certain causes. Different types of promotions raise different legal issues. For example, if a company advertises that...more

Partridge Snow & Hahn LLP

Creative Ways for Charitable Organizations to Sustain Long-Term Viability

The COVID-19 pandemic has impacted almost every business and nonprofit organization. Many experts have written about how nonprofits can handle fundraising during the crisis, suggesting increasing donor engagement, staying the...more

Davis Wright Tremaine LLP

Alcohol Beverage Suppliers, Charitable Promotions, and Commercial Co-Venturers

Generally speaking, when a sales promotion in which a for-profit business represents to the public that the purchase or use of goods or services will directly benefit either a named charity or a charitable cause purpose, the...more

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Commercial Co-Ventures: What You Need to Know During a Pandemic You Might Be a Winner

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This piece will review important issues when running a commercial co-venture (CCV) during a time of a global pandemic. Filing Requirements: The six registration states (AL, HI, IL, MA, MS, and SC) have not amended their...more

Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP

Commercial Co-Ventures/Cause Marketing: A Guide for Healthcare Organizations

Editor’s Note: Opportunities to sponsor events and partner with other brands can be powerful tools for building awareness, expanding reach, and offering fresh content and experiences that capture new audiences and re-engage...more

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Is Your Commercial Co-Venture in Compliance in all 50 States?

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Commercial co-venture arrangements are a great way to blend philanthropy and commercial activities, but the parties in such an arrangement need to be mindful of the rules in each of the 50 states that govern commercial...more

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Recent Settlement Highlights Charity’s Duties in Commercial Co-Ventures

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Recently, an Agreed Final Judgment was entered in Tennessee state court following an action by the Tennessee Attorney General (in conjunction with the AGs of 16 other states) against a TN charity concerning issues raised over...more

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Things That Make You Go Hmmmm - Commercial Co-Ventures and Sweepstakes Promotions

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Remember that song in the ‘90s from the C+C Music Factory called “Things That Make You Go Hmmm….” I guess I did when I came across some recent promotions. Perhaps these practice tips will stay with you longer than C+C’s 15...more

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