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Wise Giving Wednesday: Advice on Notre Dame Fire Fundraising

Across the globe, people are in shock over the fire that severely damaged Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris.
Apr 16, 2019
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Wise Giving Wednesday: Did 2018 U.S. Tax Cuts Reduce Donations?

In the closing days for filing U.S. income tax returns by April 15th, we are reminded of the Wise Giving Wednesday blog from last year that raised potential concerns about how U.S. tax law changes could impact giving.
Apr 10, 2019
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Wise Giving Wednesday: Government Actions Shut Down Two Charities for Misleading Appeals

On March 28, 2019, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) along with the Attorneys General in Florida and Missouri announced settlements with two charities that were accused of distributing misleading appeals.
Apr 03, 2019
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Wise Giving Wednesday: Spring Cleaning Donation Options

As we enter the spring months and perhaps develop the courage to clean our closets and consider making in-kind donations to charities
Mar 26, 2019
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Wise Giving Wednesday: Crowdfunding for Victims of Tragedies and Disasters – New Zealand Shooting, Cyclone Idai and U.S. Midwest Flooding

The world appears to be experiencing acts of terror, tragedies and natural disasters with increasing frequency.
Mar 20, 2019

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