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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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Wise Giving Wednesday: Tips on Supporting Ukraine Relief, One Year Later

BBB Wise Giving Alliance, the standards-based charity evaluator, provides tips on finding trustworthy charities that continue to address needs in Ukraine and refugees.
Mar 08, 2023
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What CHC: Creating Healthier Communities' story tells us about strategic evolution.
Mar 06, 2023
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Wise Giving Wednesday: The Size of the Charity Workforce

According to the latest available statistics from the IRS, in 2021 there were 1.9 million tax exempt organizations in the United States.
Mar 01, 2023
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In this week's episode, our guest host is Laura Pachon, DePaul University Masters Student. She is interviewing our very own Art Taylor, CEO and President, BBB Wise Giving Alliance, and the Host of the Heart of Giving Podcast.
Mar 01, 2023
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In this episode of our Building Trust Series, we talk with John and Merline Engle, Co-Directors of Haiti Partners. Haiti Partners' stated purpose is "to help Haitians change Haiti through education." Read our full report on the organization here, https://bit.ly/3ZqD53D
Mar 01, 2023
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In this week's episode, our guest is Luke Mickelson, the Founder and Executive Director of Sleep in Heavenly Peace, a volunteer-driven nonprofit dedicated to building and delivering handmade, fully furnished bunk beds to needy children. Listen now to hear about Luke's amazing work and the impact...
Feb 23, 2023
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