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Solicitation of funds and fund-raising

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This page was last updated on April 8, 2026.

Microsoft Advertising only accepts solicitation or fundraising ads from registered charities or recognized tax-exempt organizations. Crowd sourcing, such as GoFundMe or Kickstarter campaigns for example, are not allowed.

Solicitation or fundraising ads should comply with our Offensive, Harmful, or Violent Content Policy.

Microsoft Advertising prohibits the use of Critical Events in fund-raising ad campaigns.

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