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

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Art Taylor speaks with Jim Lighthizer of American Battlefield Trust about engaging visitors and donors in unique and meaningful ways and about the importance of trust and transparency in the nonprofit world.
Aug 21, 2019
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Wise Giving Wednesday: Fraudulent Fundraiser for Military Family Vacations

On July 31, 2019 the FBI announced that a former resident of South Carolina was sent to federal prison for charity fraud involving a military theme.
Aug 14, 2019
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Global Impact and BBB’s Give.org partner to advance accountability among charities working internationally

BBB Wise Giving Alliance (BBB’s Give.org) and Global Impact, a leader in growing global philanthropy, will work together to promote transparency and high standards of conduct among U.S. charities working internationally.​
Aug 07, 2019
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Assisting Victims of Mass Shootings in El Paso and Dayton

The mass shootings that took place in El Paso, Texas and Dayton, Ohio this past weekend are nightmare tragedies that bring us to tears but also motivate many of us to help the victims and their families.
Aug 05, 2019
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