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Wise Giving Wednesday: Total 2024 Giving Shows Moderate Growth Over Previous Year

The latest Giving USA: The Annual Report for Philanthropy was released this week, showing total giving of $592.45 billion in 2024.
Jul 02, 2025
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Wise Giving Wednesday: Tribute to Cass Wheeler

This Wise Giving Wednesday we honor Cass Wheeler, former AHA CEO and BBB WGA Board Chair, for his leadership and commitment to charity accountability.
Jun 25, 2025
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Wise Giving Wednesday: Avoiding New Online Fundraising Scams

Don’t fall for viral scams. Learn how a fake TikTok cat charity video & spoofed Venmo accounts trick donors and get tips to give safely.
Jun 18, 2025
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Wise Giving Wednesday: Tips for Evaluating New Charities

Thinking about donating to a new charity? Learn how to research nonprofits under 18 months old with these trusted tips from BBB Wise Giving Alliance.
Jun 11, 2025
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BBB’s Give.org Study: 69% worry about their information being hacked when first donating to a charity

Privacy and security matter: New BBB Give.org Donor Trust Report reveals how concerns about data use, hacks, and AI influence charitable giving and trust in charities.
Jun 04, 2025
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Wise Giving Wednesday: Minnesota Nonprofit to be Dissolved Over Governance Violations

A charity will dissolve after Minnesota’s AG cites conflicts and weak oversight. Learn about the violations and how BBB Charity Standards guard against them.
May 28, 2025
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