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Updated Letter of Authorization requirements

Donors contributing to Fidelity Charitable from their Fidelity Investments brokerage account are required to sign an updated Letter of Authorization (LOA) form. This measure to reinforce account security is required for any continued money movement from a donor’s Fidelity Investments brokerage account to a Giving Account.

How do I complete and submit an updated LOA?

There are four primary ways to submit an updated Letter of Authorization form.

  1. Online, in your Giving Account profile: Login and visit "Funding Sources." In this section account holders can authorize, remove, or reauthorize access to their Fidelity brokerage accounts.
  2. Online, when making a contribution: When making a contribution to Fidelity Charitable from a Fidelity Investments brokerage account, simply agree to the terms and conditions that will display in a pop-up window.
  3. Through your advisor: If your financial advisor can transact on your behalf, work with them to complete the Letter of Authorization form. Your advisor may then upload the form in GivingCentral.
  4. By fax or mail: Print a completed Letter of Authorization form and fax or mail the completed form to Fidelity Charitable.
    • Fax: 877-665-4274
    • Mail to:
      Fidelity Charitable
      PO Box 770001
      Cincinnati, OH 45277-0001

Why should I reauthorize if I’ve already signed an LOA?

Updates have been made to the LOA, and account holders must agree to the terms of the updated LOA to continue contributing to Fidelity Charitable from their Fidelity brokerage accounts.

What happens if I do not sign the updated LOA?

The LOA requirement went into effect on February 12, 2026. If you do not reauthorize and agree to the updated terms in the new LOA, you are now unable to make contributions from your Fidelity Investments accounts.

How do I know if I have eligible Fidelity accounts?

Eligible Fidelity accounts will be displayed in the Fidelity Account Information section of "Funding Sources" in your Giving Account profile once you authorize or reauthorize the LOA.

Can my advisor sign the updated LOA on my behalf?

No. Only the primary account holder for both the Giving Account and Fidelity Investments brokerage account can sign the updated LOA.

Can a secondary account holder sign the updated LOA on my behalf?

No. Secondary account holders can only authorize access for themselves in order to contribute from their accounts.

Can I reauthorize multiple Fidelity accounts at once?

Yes, you can reauthorize multiple eligible Fidelity accounts simultaneously through the Fidelity Account Information section in "Funding Sources" in your Giving Account profile.

What should I do if I encounter issues with the reauthorization process?

If you experience any issues, please contact our support team at 800-952-4438 for assistance.

Is there a deadline for reauthorizing my Fidelity accounts?

Yes. This change went into effect on February 12, 2026. Reauthorize the LOA now to ensure uninterrupted ability to make contributions.

Can I change my authorization preferences later?

Yes, you can update your authorization preferences at any time through the Fidelity Account Information section in "Funding Sources."