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Memorial Day reminds us to honor and mourn for those who gave the ultimate sacrifice while serving in the U.S. Armed Forces
May 20, 2020
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Wise Giving Wednesday: Fundraising Evolves in Response to COVID-19
Yesterday, an article in The Chronicle of Philanthropy caught our attention: “Street Canvassers Switch to Telemarketing and Donor Stewardship During Pandemic.” Armed with their electronic pads and shirts/vests that proudly display a charity name and logo, sidewalk solicitors became a popular...
May 13, 2020
Consejos Para Donar con Confianza en Tiempos de COVID-19
El COVID-19 está afectando a todos los sectores de la sociedad, incluyendo a las poblaciones más vulnerable y las organizaciones caritativas.
May 11, 2020
Wise Giving Wednesday: Fraud Examiners Release 2020 Global Report
The Association of Fraud Examiners released a report summarizing an analysis of 2,504 cases of fraud taking place from January 2018 to September 2019.
May 06, 2020
Wise Giving Wednesday: Advice on GivingTuesdayNow – May 5, 2020
GivingTuesday, which has gained worldwide attention in promoting donations during the holiday season, has launched a campaign taking place on May 5th, to encourage donating to charity and/or otherwise helping communities in response to the needs caused by COVID-19.
Apr 29, 2020
Wise Giving Wednesday: Earth Day is 50 Years Old Today
It is hard to believe that Earth Day began half a century ago on April 22, 1970. From its initial small gatherings at colleges, universities and schools, it has grown to a global observance in over 100 countries.
Apr 22, 2020
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