The Gold Shield Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization, incorporated as a not-for-profit entity in the State of Georgia. Contributions are deductible to the maximum extent allowed by law. Please consult your tax advisor.

99.5% of all contributions go into the program. Only 0.5% of contributions go for operating expenses.

No fees are paid to outside consultants or companies for any purpose.  The Foundation's only expenses are incurred in regard to audit fees and production costs associated with necessary informational materials.

No director or member of the Gold Shield Foundation
receives any remuneration of any kind.

The Gold Shield Foundation is audited annually by W. Robert McGoldrick, CPA.

Information on corporate reporting for the Gold Shield Foundation can be found at the office of the Georgia Secretary of State or by viewing their web site at http://sos.ga.gov/corporations