Vulnerable Supporters Policy

7.5 The BHF does not accept donations of monies or goods where it has reason to believe that the donor may be experiencing vulnerable circumstances and accepting the donation would be ethically wrong and/or harmful to the donor. [...] INDICATORS OF A VULNERABLE SUPPORTERS AND DONORS 8.1 The BHF always seeks to ensure that a donor or potential donor is equipped with the appropriate information in order to make an informed decision about giving. [...] The need to adapt the way in which the BHF communicates with a donor does not necessarily mean that the donor is vulnerable. [...] Explicitly stating that they are or feel vulnerable 8.6 The BHF expects all fundraisers or other third parties to seek clarification of the potential supporter or donors understanding of any agreement to support or donate if there is any indication that the person may be vulnerable. [...] 6 8.7 Fundraisers or other third parties must also seriously consider the following: • Whether the supporter is able to understand the discussion that you’ve been having; • Whether they are able to make an informed decision based on your conversation; • Whether they know all of the facts necessary in order to make a decision; and • Whether they are able to communicate their decision regarding a do.