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TIPS FOR DONORS

Find out about basic tips to help you make informed giving decisions.

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BBB CHARITY STANDARDS

What are the BBB Standards for Charity Accountability? 20 standards addressing 4 themes: Governance, Results Reports, Finances, and Truthful and Transparent Representations.

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ACCREDITED CHARITY SEAL

BBB Accredited Charities have the option of obtaining a license, for a sliding scale annual fee, that authorizes the charity to display the BBB Accredited Charity Seal on their websites and in promotional materials.

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A new edition of Wise Giving Wednesday is published every week to keep you up to date on accredited charities and events.

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Read the Wise Giving Wednesday blog each week to keep up to date on charity issues.

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Wise Giving Wednesday: Donate to BBB Wise Giving Alliance

As we wrap our presents this holiday season and provide gifts to family members and other loved ones, we also are mindful of another type of giving -- the continuing support of charitable organizations.
Dec 30, 2020
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Wise Giving Wednesday: Generosity During the Holidays

As we wrap our presents this holiday season and provide gifts to family members and other loved ones, we also are mindful of another type of giving -- the continuing support of charitable organizations.
Dec 23, 2020
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As the inspiration behind the BBB Give.org Donor Trust Report, Elvia Castro, Manager, Regional Charity Reporting at BBB Wise Giving Alliance, offers must-hear insights on how the powerful information this report provides benefits the public and charities at large. Tune in to learn more about the...
Dec 22, 2020
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Ambassador Alfonso E. Lenhardt joins us for a second-round conversation. Hear Ambassador Lenhardt illustrates for us what it looks like to serve not only your community but to give of ourselves to transform the world.
Dec 21, 2020
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In the first of a two-part discussion, Ambassador Alfonso E. Lenhardt shares how his upbringing and relationship with his mother inspired him to live a life of service. Listen in to hear how a passion for giving can be sparked in childhood!
Dec 21, 2020
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Wise Giving Wednesday: Fraud-Free Philanthropy

While the spirit of giving is inspiring many of us to contribute, especially in these trying times, donors as well as charities should also watch out for potential pitfalls and holiday hustles that can take advantage of heartfelt generosity.
Dec 16, 2020
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