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Wise Giving Wednesday: Charity Fraud Alert - Watch Out for Fake-Check Donation Scams

Learn about how a fake-check donation scam nearly cost a BC animal charity $70K and see BBB Wise Giving Alliance guidance on reporting fraud.

Wise Giving Wednesday: Live Aid at 40 - Music, Generosity & Lessons for Today

Remember Live Aid? Celebrate 40 years and learn how to give wisely when music supports disaster relief and other causes.

Jul 17, 2025

Wise Giving Wednesday: Historic July 4th Flooding Devastates Central Texas

As of July 9th, over 119 people had lost their lives in the Texas floods, with over 160 still missing. Kerr County was hit especially hard.

Jul 09, 2025

How to Help Victims of Texas Flooding

Five tips for supporting Texas flood victims.

Jul 07, 2025

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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

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

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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