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Give.org and BBB Issue Contributor Cautions on Hurricane Dorian Disaster Relief

Arlington, VA (August 30, 2019) – As Hurricane Dorian approaches the Florida coast, BBB Wise Giving Alliance (BBB’s Give.org) and Better Business Bureau encourage donors to support experienced disaster relief organizations. It’s also important for charity disaster appeals to be clear about what...

Aug 30, 2019

Wise Giving Wednesday: Helping to Address the Amazon Fire

Many donors are motivated to help address the horrible fires that are spreading in the Amazon, an area known for its oxygen supply, biodiversity, and indigenous population.

Aug 28, 2019

Wise Giving Wednesday: Raising Funds for Schools

As August completes its march into September, children begin returning to school. While parents are currently focused on filling their children’s backpacks with school supplies, many also recognize they will soon be asked to help raise money for class projects, trips and other activities not covered...

Aug 21, 2019

Wise Giving Wednesday: Fraudulent Fundraiser for Military Family Vacations

On July 31, 2019 the FBI announced that a former resident of South Carolina was sent to federal prison for charity fraud involving a military theme.

Aug 14, 2019

Global Impact and BBB’s Give.org partner to advance accountability among charities working internationally

BBB Wise Giving Alliance (BBB’s Give.org) and Global Impact, a leader in growing global philanthropy, will work together to promote transparency and high standards of conduct among U.S. charities working internationally.

Aug 07, 2019

Assisting Victims of Mass Shootings in El Paso and Dayton

The mass shootings that took place in El Paso, Texas and Dayton, Ohio this past weekend are nightmare tragedies that bring us to tears but also motivate many of us to help the victims and their families.

Aug 05, 2019

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