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Wise Giving Wednesday: How Many Charities in the U.S.?

The 2019 edition of the Internal Revenue Service Data Book, which is an annual publication of statistics about returns filed, contains a table which shows the number of tax-exempt organizations.

Dec 09, 2020

Heart of Giving Podcast Bennett Weiner, Part 2

Bennett Weiner, BBB Wise Giving Alliance's Executive Vice President and Chief Operating Officer continues his conversation with us about charity accountability. Tune in to find out why only looking at charity finances doesn't provide you a complete picture of their activities and trustworthiness.

Dec 08, 2020

Wise Giving Wednesday: $300 IRS Tax Deduction

Recently, the U.S. Internal Revenue Service sent a reminder notice about tax deductions for charitable contributions made in 2020. Cash donations of up to $300 made this year will be deductible for individuals when they file their taxes in 2021 even if they don’t itemize on their tax returns.

Dec 02, 2020

Heart of Giving Podcast Bennett Weiner, Part 1

Bennett Weiner, Chief Operating Officer of BBB Wise Giving Alliance, has spent much of his career helping donors make informed giving decisions. Listen in to the first of a two-part conversation where he shares knowledge and insight on how people can make impactful gifts!

Dec 01, 2020

Wise Giving Wednesday: Give Wisely on GivingTuesday

If there has ever been a year when charitable need was at its highest, 2020 surely rises to top. We also are aware that as we celebrate Thanksgiving, the heart of the holiday giving season has arrived.

Nov 25, 2020

Support BBB's Give org!

This holiday season, while you are making some of your giving decisions, please consider supporting BBB's Give.org, the organization that helps you make wise giving choices throughout the year!

Nov 24, 2020

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