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Heart of Giving Podcast: The Health Wagon - Healthcare on Wheels in Appalachia

This Week on The Heart of Giving: Teresa Tyson shares the remarkable story of The Health Wagon, America's oldest mobile free clinic serving Central Appalachia. Three powerful moments: "We were founded by Sister Bernie Kenny... She actually started the clinic first of all in the back of a Volkswagen...

Feb 04, 2025

Wise Giving Wednesday: Videos to Help You Donate Wisely to California Wildfire Relief

Learn how to donate wisely and avoid scams during California wildfire relief efforts. Watch and share BBB Wise Giving Alliance’s three videos with essential tips and insights.

Jan 28, 2025

Avoiding Wildfire Donation Scams: 3 Essential Tips

Want to Avoid Wildfire Donation Scams? Check out these 3 Essential Tips. Scammers often take advantage of disasters to prey on generous donors. In this 30-second video, BBB Wise Giving Alliance shares three essential tips to help you avoid scams and ensure your donations reach those in need. Key...

Jan 28, 2025

How to Donate Wisely for Wildfire Relief

Want to learn how to donate wisely for wildfire relief? Making a difference starts with making informed choices. In this 30-second video, BBB Wise Giving Alliance shares essential tips to help you donate wisely to support wildfire relief efforts. Learn the three key tips for supporting wildfire...

Jan 28, 2025

The Three Phases of Wildfire Disaster Relief Explained

Want to understand the phases of disaster relief? Here are the three phases. Relief efforts after disasters like wildfires don’t end when the flames are extinguished. In this 30-second video, BBB Wise Giving Alliance explains the three critical phases of disaster relief so you can better understand...

Jan 28, 2025

Avoiding Wildfire Donation Scams: 3 Essential Tips

Avoiding Wildfire Donation Scams: 3 Essential Tips Scammers often take advantage of disasters to prey on generous donors. In this 30-second video, BBB Wise Giving Alliance shares three essential tips to help you avoid scams and ensure your donations reach those in need. Key Takeaways: 1. Watch out...

Jan 28, 2025

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