Fla. Stat. 496.4121
Collection receptacles used for donations
(1)
As used in this section, the term “collection receptacle” means a receptacle used to collect donated clothing, household items, or other goods for resale.(2)
A collection receptacle must display a permanent sign or label on each side which contains the following information printed in letters that are at least 3 inches in height and no less than one-half inch in width, in a color that contrasts with the color of the collection receptacle:For a collection receptacle used by a person required to register under this chapter, the name, street address, telephone number, and registration number of the charitable organization or sponsor for whom the solicitation is made.For a collection receptacle placed or maintained in public view by a person not required to register under this chapter or by a person not claiming an exemption pursuant to s. 496.406, the name, telephone number, and physical address of the business conducting the solicitation and the statement: “This is not a charity. Donations made here support a for-profit business and are not tax deductible.”(a)
For a collection receptacle used by a person required to register under this chapter, the name, street address, telephone number, and registration number of the charitable organization or sponsor for whom the solicitation is made.(b)
For a collection receptacle placed or maintained in public view by a person not required to register under this chapter or by a person not claiming an exemption pursuant to s. 496.406, the name, telephone number, and physical address of the business conducting the solicitation and the statement: “This is not a charity. Donations made here support a for-profit business and are not tax deductible.”(3)
Upon request, a charitable organization or sponsor using a collection receptacle must provide the donor with documentation of its tax-exempt status and the registration issued under this chapter.
Source:
Section 496.4121 — Collection receptacles used for donations, https://www.flsenate.gov/Laws/Statutes/2024/0496.4121 (accessed Aug. 7, 2025).