Donor Search: Frequently Asked Questions

Donor Search Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Are users charged for a contact record even if no data is found for that contact?

A: Yes, users are charged PER RECORD/CONTACT SEARCHED, even if no results are found for that contact.

Q: Where does Donor Search get their donation information?

A: Donor Search pulls their information from 25 different sources, including FAA records (for plane ownership), Form 990s (for organization type), U.S. Coast Guard records (for boat ownership), real estate tax records (for real estate holdings), SEC filings, etc. Donor Search also pulls information from “donor honor rolls” – lists of donors on organization websites, in annual reports, and in other published documents (both electronic and hard copy).