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Is it illegal for individuals to initiate donations?
Legal analysis: It is illegal for organizations or individuals who do not have the qualification to raise funds in public. Organizations or individuals that do not have the qualifications for public fundraising to carry out public fundraising shall be given a warning by the civil affairs department and ordered to stop fundraising activities; Ordering the illegal collection of property to be returned to the donor; If it is difficult to return, it shall be confiscated by the civil affairs department and transferred to other charitable organizations for charitable purposes; The relevant organizations or individuals may be fined between 654.38 million yuan and 654.38 million yuan.

Legal basis: Charity Law of the People's Republic of China

Article 8 The term "charitable organization" as mentioned in this Law refers to a non-profit organization that is established according to law, conforms to the provisions of this Law and conducts charitable activities for the society. Charitable organizations can take the form of foundations, social organizations and social service institutions.

Article 9 A charitable organization shall meet the following conditions: (1) To carry out charitable activities as its purpose; (2) Not for profit; (3) Having its own name and domicile; (4) Articles of association; (5) Having necessary property; (6) Having a qualified organization and person in charge; (seven) other conditions stipulated by laws and administrative regulations.