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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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A new edition of Wise Giving Wednesday is published every week to keep you up to date on accredited charities and events.

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News & Updates

Read the Wise Giving Wednesday blog each week to keep up to date on charity issues.

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Wise Giving Wednesday: Charity Monitoring Worldwide

We highlight Charity Monitoring Worldwide which has been promoting transparency and accountability in the charitable sector for over sixty years.
May 08, 2024
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Wise Giving Wednesday: Highlights of Donor Participation Program

Highlights from our recent Donor Trust and Participation event held at the Ford Foundation Center for Social Justice in New York City.
May 01, 2024
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Tips on Donating for Oklahoma Tornado Relief

Give.org offers tips for those seeking to support relief efforts to help the victims of the recent tornadoes in Oklahoma.
Apr 29, 2024
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Wise Giving Wednesday: Donating to Environmental Organizations

To commemorate Earth Day, here is a list of nationally soliciting BBB Accredited environmental charities.
Apr 23, 2024
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Wise Giving Wednesday: Celebrating Volunteers

This National Volunteer Week (April 21 – 27), we offer the following tips to keep in mind when choosing a cause to volunteer for.
Apr 17, 2024
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Wise Giving Wednesday: Anti-Cruelty to Animals Month

This Anti-Cruelty to Animals Month, BBB Wise Giving Alliance seeks to bring attention to the variety of charitable organizations that are working to protect animals.
Apr 10, 2024
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