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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: Volunteer Vacations

As the summer heat bears down on a number of areas this week, many of us have thoughts of visiting the beach or just relaxing at home. There are, however, others that seek a more charitable goal by taki
Jul 04, 2018
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Wise Giving Wednesday: Online Giving Platforms

This month the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued guidance about online giving portals. As described, these portals provide a list of charities that potential donors can support directly on the platf
Jun 28, 2018
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Building Trust Video Series. Art Taylor speaks with Bradley Gillenwater of the National Foundation for Cancer Research. Read our full report on the National Foundation for Cancer Research here, https://bit.ly/2I7Ep7c. For information on the most trustworthy charities, go to https://give.org/.
Jun 26, 2018
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Consejos Para Donar a Organizaciones Que Recaudan Fondos Para Asuntos de Inmigración

En respuesta a las preocupaciones públicas sobre niños y adultos inmigrantes detenidos en complejos cerca de la frontera de México/Texas o transportados a otros lugares, muchas personas buscan formas de
Jun 22, 2018
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Tips on Giving to Organizations Raising Funds for Immigration Issues

In response to public concerns about immigrant children and adults being detained in compounds near the Mexico/Texas border or transported to other locations, many people are seeking ways to help in any
Jun 21, 2018
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Wise Giving Wednesday: Scams Directed at Charities

On Monday, June 18th, the Better Business Bureau partnered with state and federal agencies on Operation Main Street: Stopping Small Business Scams, a law enforcement initiative targeting operations seek
Jun 20, 2018
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