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In this week's episode, we continue to focus on the war in Ukraine and the resulting humanitarian crisis in the region. Our guest, Bob Kitchen, is the VP of Emergencies and Humanitarian Action at the International Rescue Committee. Tune in now to learn more about IRC's efforts in the area and what more needs to be done to help those in need.
Apr 08, 2022
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Wise Giving Wednesday: Ukraine Relief Adapts to Changing Circumstances

War has many unpredictable developments. How long will hostilities last? Which areas will be safe?
Apr 06, 2022
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Wise Giving Wednesday: And the Oscar Goes to….Cryptocurrency Donations for Ukraine

During the 94th Academy Awards® that aired Sunday, March 27th, one of the commercial advertisements during the breaks featured a cryptocurrency service company that provided viewers a web address or QR code link to make a cryptocurrency donation to the International Red Cross for their relief efforts in Ukraine.
Mar 30, 2022
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In this week's episode, BBB Wise Giving Alliance CEO and Host of the Heart of Giving Podcast, Art Taylor, will share some valuable giving tips to help you make wise giving decisions to help with the ongoing relief efforts in Ukraine. We also feature interviews with 5 of our accredited charities Mercy Corps, Americares, GlobalGiving, MAP International, and USA for UNHCR who were interviewed to discuss their relief efforts in Ukraine. Tips for Ukraine Charity relief: https://www.give.org/ukraine-charity-relief-tips
Mar 29, 2022
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Wise Giving Wednesday: Growing Needs of Ukrainian Refugees

As the war in Ukraine continues to unfold, resulting in more damage and destruction to major cities, a growing number of Ukrainians are leaving to neighboring countries.
Mar 23, 2022
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In this week's episode, our guest is Sarah Welch, Vice President, ideas42. We talk about what got her interested in behavioral science to understand and improve the design of programs and policies and discuss how ideas42's work is geared towards creating social impact using behavioral science.
Mar 22, 2022

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