Maryland - Professional Solicitor & Public Safety Solicitors ($25,000) — required surety bond in Maryland. Apply online in minutes.
A Professional Solicitor and Public Safety Solicitors bond is a financial guarantee required for certain fundraising professionals operating in Maryland. The bond ensures that solicitors act ethically, report collected funds accurately, and properly transfer donations to the appropriate charitable or public safety organizations.
Individuals or businesses acting as compensated professional solicitors or public safety solicitors in Maryland typically need this bond. This includes agencies that are hired to conduct fundraising campaigns on behalf of charities, civic groups, or public safety entities.
The state requires this bond to protect the public and charitable organizations from fraud, misrepresentation, or the mishandling of donations. If a solicitor unlawfully retains funds or misleads donors, the bond provides a mechanism for affected parties to seek financial recovery.
To get started, click Apply Now to complete our secure, approximately 5-minute online application. Once approved and finalized, your bond will be delivered directly to you by email.
Premiums are not a flat rate and vary based on the applicant's credit history and business financials. To get your exact cost, please submit our quick online application.
Yes, Noah Insurance Agency works with a wide network of carriers to help applicants with less-than-perfect credit secure the bonds they need.
Bond terms vary based on state registration cycles. You will need to verify your specific registration and renewal dates with the issuing Maryland state agency.
You must submit the finalized surety bond directly to the Maryland state agency that oversees charitable organizations and solicitor registrations, as instructed in your licensing paperwork.
Send us a note or call 814-718-0060 — a licensed agent will confirm the bond amount and requirements for you.
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