5. False. Many states, including Colorado, passed legislation that required a certain percentage of a charity's income be spent on programs and services. However, the U.S. Supreme Court has consistently struck down these laws, ruling that they violated charities' First Amendment rights. It is the donor's responsibility to determine how his or her donations are used. To determine use of funds, ask the charity for a copy of their annual report and contact the Better Business Bureau's charity watchdog service at www.give.org or 303-222-4444.