How do you get a fundraising license?

To begin fundraising there isn't a specific license.

However, there is a professional certification available through the American Fundraising Professionals.

For some types of fundraising a license or permit is needed. For example, bingo and raffle fundraisers may require approval, registration or license from the state and municipality. Always check with state and local laws before proceeding with these types of fundraisers.

If you are doing door-to-door, telephone fundraising, or asking for change on the street (like the firefighters do for MDA) you may need a solicitation license from the city.