Compliance Notice
Effective date: October 6, 2025
Contribution Reporting
Federal law requires political committees to collect the name and mailing address of every contributor. For individuals whose total contributions exceed $200 in a calendar year, committees must also disclose the contributor’s occupation and employer in public reports, along with their name and address.
Source of Funds
Contributions must be made from the contributor’s own personal funds (personal card or account) and may not be reimbursed by any other person or entity.
Eligibility
- Contributions may only be made by U.S. citizens or lawfully admitted permanent residents (green card holders).
- Contributions from corporations, labor organizations, federal government contractors, or foreign nationals are prohibited.
- Contributions in the name of another person are prohibited.
- The maximum annual contribution is $5,000 per individual.
Disclaimers
Contributions are not tax-deductible as charitable contributions for federal income tax purposes. No goods or services are provided in exchange for contributions.
Privacy
To learn how contributor information is handled, please see the Privacy Policy.
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Contact: compliance@brightgreen.org.
Frequently Asked Questions
What else can we tell you about our compliance efforts?
What is Bright Green?
Bright Green is a federally registered non-connected political action committee working to advance our principles of innovation, preservation, and fairness.
What is a non-connected political action committee?
A non-connected PAC is a type of political committee that operates independently. Bright Green is funded entirely by people.
Are contributions tax-deductible?
No. Federal law does not allow political contributions to be deducted for income tax purposes.
Who processes my donation?
Donations are securely handled by Democracy Engine, which handles all payment details.
What information do you collect when I donate?
Federal law requires us to collect and report your name and address for all donations, and your occupation and employer once your total contributions exceed $200 in a calendar year.
Are there contribution limits?
Yes. An individual may contribute up to $5,000 per calendar year.
Who can and cannot donate?
Eligible donors include U.S. citizens and lawful permanent residents who are at least 18 years old. We cannot accept contributions from corporations, labor unions, federal contractors, or foreign nationals.
How do refunds or recurring donations work?
Recurring donations can be managed through Democracy Engine. If there is ever an issue with a contribution, contact us and we’ll resolve it promptly.