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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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Jun 18, 2021
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Supporting Civil Rights Organizations on Juneteenth

As making Juneteenth (June 19th) a federal holiday was just established as law by the U.S. Congress and President, many people may wish to honor this commemoration of the end of slavery.
Jun 18, 2021
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Wise Giving Wednesday: What does “Charity Impact” Mean to the Public?

In our day-to-day interactions with charities, many of us hear about the importance of informing supporters about charity impact.
Jun 16, 2021
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Tune in now to listen to part 1 of our fascinating conversation with Bob Johansen, a distinguished fellow with the Institute for the Future who has spent more than 30 years helping organizations around the world prepare for and shape the future.
Jun 15, 2021
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Donors Confused about “Charity Impact” According to Study by BBB’s Give.org

Almost half of adult Americans are unclear about what “charity impact” means according to new survey research released today by BBB’s Give.org, the standards-based charity evaluation group.
Jun 09, 2021
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In this week's episode of the Heart of Giving Podcast, we continue our conversation with Sam Cobbs, the President and CEO of the Tipping Point Community who is leading the way in improving lives in the Bay Area and charting a new path for philanthropic organizations with his inspiring work.
Jun 08, 2021
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