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A simple guide to fiscal sponsorship and ACT departments

ACT International provides administrative support and ministry infrastructure so leaders can focus on their mission. The two options below offer different levels of connection and support.

01 / FISCAL SPONSORSHIP

Fiscal Sponsorship

Project pathway

For an individual or project that needs a charitable giving pathway and fund administration without joining ACT as department staff.

One-time setup fee

$100

For applicants who are not ACT staff. No fee for existing ACT staff creating or transitioning a fiscal sponsorship project.

Administrative assessment

A percentage of funds raised, based on these tiers:

Funds raisedAssessment
$0 to $4,9999%
$5,000 to $19,9998%
$20,000 to $49,9997%
$50,000 to $99,9996%
$100,000 and above5%

02 / ACT DEPARTMENT

ACT Department

Staff pathway

For a ministry leader and team becoming part of ACT’s staff and ministry community, with ongoing organizational and administrative support.

One-time joining fee

$400 director

$400 for a department director, or $200 per team member. A spouse joining as staff is included in the applicable fee.

Administrative assessment

The annual assessment is based on funds raised:

11%of the first $120,000
raised each year
8%of funds raised
above $120,000
Payment timing

$100 is due at acceptance. The remaining balance is paid from the department fund as revenue is received, before funds are used for other ministry expenses.

The 11% tier resets annually.

These are standard starting terms for Testimony, IMI and Transformation departments. Special arrangements and ACT Canada terms are discussed separately.

Connect with ACT International to discuss which option best fits your ministry.

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