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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.

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

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

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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Wise Giving Wednesday: Memorial Day Giving to Support Veterans

Looking to donate this Memorial Day? Find vetted veterans and military charities that meet BBB Standards. Give confidently with tips from Give.org.

May 21, 2025

BBB Wise Giving Alliance Launches Charity Standards Revision Project

BBB's Give.org launches charity standards revision project with a 20-member Advisory Committee to address evolving trust and accountability needs in the charitable sector.

May 21, 2025

How to Help Victims of the Midwest Tornadoes

Learn how to support Midwest tornado relief wisely. Get BBB Wise Giving Alliance tips for safe, effective, and trustworthy giving after the disaster.

May 19, 2025

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