As a 501(c)4 organization, donations are not tax-deductible. The Shalimar Association will always attempt to find ways to obtain needed resources that do not require direct payment. We follow these guidelines on the use of contributed funds

• Legal counsel, including land use and zoning, municipal, commercial real estate, and business law attorneys. 
• Routine filings associated with the Shalimar Association and the Save Shalimar effort.
• Any necessary professional help, including specialists in the areas of: Communications, Fund Raising, Public Policy, Rezoning Campaigns, Education and Public Health, Biology, Golf Course Management, Botany, City Government Relations, Economic Redevelopment and Public/Private Partnerships. 
• When a venue fee for a meeting must be paid. Depending on the venue, funds will be utilized for use fees and/or to meet minimal charge thresholds. 
• Advertising, marketing and related costs, website design, data management costs.
• Office supplies and related materials. 
• Incidentals including food/drink as part of meetings & gatherings.