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Heart of Giving podcast, Mari Kuraishi, Part 2

This is part two of our two part conversation with Mari Kuraishi, the President of the Jessie Ball duPont Fund. Mari leads the Fund's efforts to create communities of belonging by fostering inclusive growth and reducing structural and systemic barriers to resources and opportunity.

May 03, 2023

Wise Giving Wednesday: Recognizes Mental Health Awareness Month

May is mental heath awareness month. For those seeking BBB Accredited Charities that address mental health issues, here are some to consider.

May 03, 2023

Heart of Giving podcast, Mari Kuraishi, Part One

This is the first part of our two-part conversation with Mari Kuraishi, the President of the Jessie Ball duPont Fund. Mari leads the Fund's efforts to create communities of belonging by fostering inclusive growth and reducing structural and systemic barriers to resources and opportunity.

Apr 26, 2023

Wise Giving Wednesday: New Colorado Privacy Regulations Take Effect July 1st

A new Colorado Privacy Act takes effect on July 1, 2023 and, unlike other similar legislation in other states, this law has no exception for nonprofits. BBB Wise Giving Alliance already addresses privacy concerns in our standards.

Apr 26, 2023

Mike Horak, Denver Children's Home

In this episode of our Building Trust Video series, we talk with Mike Horak, Development Director of the Denver Children's Home. Read our full report on the organization here, https://bit.ly/3LfGUDM

Apr 20, 2023

Wise Giving Wednesday: Decline in Charity Volunteering

Volunteers are a vital part of how charities work and achieve their goals and there's a continuing decline in the numbers of volunteers at charities.

Apr 19, 2023

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