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Wise Giving Wednesday: Donating to Super Typhoon Rai Relief

News accounts report that over 375 lost their lives and hundreds were injured when Super Typhoon Rai (also known by the name Odette) hit the Philippines last week.

Dec 22, 2021

BBB Wise Giving Alliance Announces Partnership with The Giving Block to Enable Cryptocurrency Donations

Charities that are accredited by BBB Wise Giving Alliance (BBB WGA) will now be able to accept 50+ cryptocurrencies as charitable donations powered by The Giving Block.

Dec 21, 2021

Wise Giving Wednesday: IRS Incentives for 2021 Charitable Contributions

This week the Internal Revenue Service posted an article informing U.S. taxpayers of additional benefits to making charitable donations before the close of 2021.

Dec 15, 2021

Donation Tips for Tornado Relief

The devastating tornadoes that hit Kentucky and five other states over the weekend left a path of destruction and an estimated 100 deaths.

Dec 13, 2021

Heart of Giving Blog: Interview with Dr. Helene Gayle

Now more than ever, public health is a top priority. The COVID-19 pandemic has shown all too clearly how social inequity can collide with disease to create a global crisis.

Dec 09, 2021

Wise Giving Wednesday: Alternatives to Cash Donations

As we approach the end of the year, many households may find themselves not being able to donate as much cash as they would like but still wanting to help charities. One survey question featured in our 2021 Give.org Donor Trust Report asked respond

Dec 08, 2021

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