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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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Wise Giving Wednesday: The Number of U.S. Charities

Each year the U.S. Internal Revenue Service produces a Data Book that provides information and statistics about returns filed, taxes collected and related issues such as data on tax-exempt organizations.
Nov 13, 2019
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Wise Giving Wednesday: Giving Tips for Veterans Day

Veterans Day reminds us to honor those who served in the U.S. Armed Forces. To show respect for this day, many donors will seek to contribute to charities that address a variety of issues and needs facing veterans...
Nov 06, 2019
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Wise Giving Wednesday: Defining Charity Transparency

Twenty-five years ago, charity transparency was often viewed as the availability of charity financial information such as the IRS Form 990, the annual financial form filed by U.S. charities.
Oct 30, 2019
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Wise Giving Wednesday: International Charity Fraud Awareness Week

Government charity regulators from around the world, including the UK, New Zealand, Australia and the United States, are collaborating this week to bring attention to charity fraud.
Oct 23, 2019
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Art Taylor chats with Amy Palmer of Soldierss Angels about collaboration and results as part of our Building Trust Series. Read our full report on Soldier's Angels here, https://www.give.org/charity-reviews/national/veterans-and-military/soldiers-angels-in-san-antonio-tx-1687
Oct 22, 2019
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