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Wise Giving Wednesday: Exploring Regional Differences in Charity Trust

Discover how trust in charities varies by U.S. region. BBB Give.org’s Donor Trust Report explores regional differences in charity trust and giving preferences.

Heart of Giving Podcast: Hope is Real: John Damon's Mission to Transform Children's Mental Health

Step into the world of transformative mental health care with John Damon, CEO of Canopy Children's Solutions, Mississippi's largest nonprofit provider of children's behavioral health services. From personal tragedy to purpose, Damon shares how one meaningful relationship changed his life's...

Dec 10, 2024

Wise Giving Wednesday: Popularity of Checkout Counter Contributions

Discover insights on checkout counter donations, their popularity, and tips for consumers and retailers to ensure transparency and trust in giving.

Dec 04, 2024

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Heart of Giving Podcast: Asha Curran - Our Annual GivingTuesday episode with its CEO, Asha Curran

In our latest episode, GivingTuesday CEO Asha Curran takes us behind the scenes of a movement that's revolutionizing global generosity. With real-time tracking of $3.1B in donations across 105 countries, Curran reveals how data is reshaping philanthropy's future. She challenges traditional giving...

Dec 03, 2024

Wise Giving Wednesday: Protect Your Donations During Charity Fraud Awareness Week

Learn how to stay safe during Charity Fraud Awareness Week. BBB Wise Giving Alliance shares tips to avoid scams and protect your donations this GivingTuesday.

Nov 27, 2024

Heart of Giving Podcast: Sean Carroll - Sean Carroll's Mission with Anera in the Middle East

This week's show is my eye-opening conversation with Anera CEO Sean Carroll, who takes us inside the immense challenges of delivering aid in Gaza. Sean shares the stark reality of what's happening on the ground: • How Anera's team has managed to deliver 41 million meals and 8 million medical...

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