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Wise Giving Wednesday: Minnesota Nonprofit to be Dissolved Over Governance Violations

A charity will dissolve after Minnesota’s AG cites conflicts and weak oversight. Learn about the violations and how BBB Charity Standards guard against them.

May 28, 2025

Wise Giving Wednesday: Memorial Day Giving to Support Veterans

Looking to donate this Memorial Day? Find vetted veterans and military charities that meet BBB Standards. Give confidently with tips from Give.org.

May 21, 2025

BBB Wise Giving Alliance Launches Charity Standards Revision Project

BBB's Give.org launches charity standards revision project with a 20-member Advisory Committee to address evolving trust and accountability needs in the charitable sector.

May 21, 2025

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How to Help Victims of the Midwest Tornadoes

Learn how to support Midwest tornado relief wisely. Get BBB Wise Giving Alliance tips for safe, effective, and trustworthy giving after the disaster.

May 19, 2025

Wise Giving Wednesday: A Look Inside Our Charity Evaluation Process

Go behind the scenes of BBB Wise Giving Alliance’s charity evaluations. Learn how we promote trust through our standards-based, transparent review process.

May 14, 2025

Wise Giving Wednesday: Support Mental Health This May

Looking to support mental health causes? Turn awareness into action this Mental Health Awareness Month by donating to trusted, BBB Accredited charities.

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