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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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Our latest episode features Rev. Bill Roscoe from the Boise Rescue Mission. In this revealing conversation, we delve into the often-overlooked challenges of homelessness in Boise, Idaho, and explore the inventive strategies the Boise Rescue Mission employs to tackle this complex issue. Noteworthy...
Oct 01, 2024
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In this powerful episode, we explore how Team RWB is making a significant impact on veterans' lives through physical fitness and community connection. Mike shares insights into: The challenges veterans face when transitioning to civilian life How Team RWB's innovative approach is helping veterans...
Sep 25, 2024
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Phil Buchanan and Grace Nicolette offer valuable insights on effective giving, the state of nonprofits, and the future of philanthropy. Their perspective is both inspiring and thought-provoking. In this episode, we delve into: - The launch of Giving Done Right's fourth season, featuring 16 episodes...
Sep 17, 2024
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This week we speak with Yuryi Boyechko, Executive Director of Hope for Ukraine. Our conversation was both eye-opening and deeply moving. The war in Ukraine is now entering its third year, and the humanitarian crisis continues to worsen. Yuryi shared with me first-hand accounts of recent attacks on...
Sep 10, 2024
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This week on The Heart of Giving podcast, we're diving into the world of community foundations with a very special guest. Here's what you can expect: Meet Renee Byng Yancey, CEO of the Community Foundation for Northern Virginia Learn how community foundations act as "super connectors" in...
Sep 05, 2024
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In this illuminating episode of The Heart of Giving Podcast, host Art Taylor welcomes Gloria Johnson-Cusack, a multifaceted leader with experience spanning the nonprofit sector, government, and business. Gloria shares her journey in service-oriented work, offering profound insights on finding joy...
Aug 27, 2024
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