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  • Small Acts of Generosity

    Small Acts of Generosity

    In this week’s episode, we hear from three different individuals who took the initiative to impact the lives of a few individuals around them. Our guests, Gerard Taylor, Ky Howard, and Pamela Diaz, realize that while it might not always be possible to impact others’ lives at a massive scale without the support of a…

  • Wise Giving Wednesday:  $1.4 Million Embezzler Sentenced

    Wise Giving Wednesday: $1.4 Million Embezzler Sentenced

    On June 25, 2021, the U.S. Attorney’s Office in the District of Massachusetts announced that a woman was sentenced to six years in prison and to pay restitution for two fraud and embezzlement schemes that resulted in a $1.4 million theft form two nonprofit organizations.

  • Lindsay Jones, National Center for Learning Disabilities

    Lindsay Jones, National Center for Learning Disabilities

    In this edition of our Building Trust Video Series, we talk with Lindsay Jones, President and CEO of National Center for Learning Disabilities. NCLD works to improve the lives of the 1 in 5 children and adults who struggle with learning and attention issues by empowering parents and young adults, transforming schools, and advocating for…

  • Wise Giving Wednesday: $471.4 Billion Contributed in 2020

    Wise Giving Wednesday: $471.4 Billion Contributed in 2020

    Giving in 2020 grew to a record total of $471.4 billion as reported in the Giving USA Report

  • Duke Dang

    Duke Dang

    In this week’s episode of the Heart of Giving Podcast, we have a fascinating conversation with Duke Dang, General Manager, Works & Process at The Guggenheim Museum. Works and Process is a performing arts series that strives to illuminate the creative process of the artist and it blends discussion with performance. Tune in here!

  • Wise Giving Wednesday: Related-Party Transactions

    Wise Giving Wednesday: Related-Party Transactions

    For most publicly-soliciting charities, three words they hope to never hear are “conflict of interest.”

  • Patrichi Shah Part 2

    Patrichi Shah Part 2

    In this week’s episode, join us as we continue the conversation about organizational culture with Pratichi Shah, the Founder and CEO of Flourish Talent Management Solutions.

  • Shelly Kirkland, Boot Campaign

    Shelly Kirkland, Boot Campaign

    In this episode of our Building Trust Video Series, we talk with Shelly Kirkland, CEO of Boot Campaign. Check out our interview then read our full report on Boot Campaign here, https://bit.ly/3du8SKS

  • Wise Giving Wednesday: Long Term Charity Impact vs. Immediate Results

    Wise Giving Wednesday: Long Term Charity Impact vs. Immediate Results

    One of the key findings in the survey results in Give.org Special Report: Charity Impact is that people gave higher importance to long-term results, depth of programs, and the overall accomplishments and capacity of the organization.

  • Patrichi Shah, Part 1

    Patrichi Shah, Part 1

    This week, our guest is Pratichi Shah, an HR strategist and thought leader and the CEO of Flourish Talent Management Solutions, a firm focused on increasing impact through talent strategy development, organizational development; and coaching for emerging leaders. She is also currently serving on the Board of Directors for the BBB Wise Giving Alliance.

  • Donating to Help Victims of Florida Building Collapse

    Donating to Help Victims of Florida Building Collapse

    As the tragedy of the Surfside, Florida building collapse unfolds, many will seek to help victims and their families. BBB Wise Giving Alliance provides the following advice to help make wise contribution decisions.

  • Wise Giving Wednesday: Generations Define “Charity Impact” Differently

    Wise Giving Wednesday: Generations Define “Charity Impact” Differently

    When it comes to the term “charity impact,” it turns out different generations may respond to different messages.

  • Supporting Civil Rights Organizations on Juneteenth

    Supporting Civil Rights Organizations on Juneteenth

    As making Juneteenth (June 19th) a federal holiday was just established as law by the U.S. Congress and President, many people may wish to honor this commemoration of the end of slavery.

  • Wise Giving Wednesday: What does “Charity Impact” Mean to the Public?

    Wise Giving Wednesday: What does “Charity Impact” Mean to the Public?

    In our day-to-day interactions with charities, many of us hear about the importance of informing supporters about charity impact.

  • Bob Johansen, Part 1

    Bob Johansen, Part 1

    Tune in now to listen to part 1 of our fascinating conversation with Bob Johansen, a distinguished fellow with the Institute for the Future who has spent more than 30 years helping organizations around the world prepare for and shape the future.

  • Donors Confused about “Charity Impact” According to Study by BBB’s Give.org

    Donors Confused about “Charity Impact” According to Study by BBB’s Give.org

    Almost half of adult Americans are unclear about what “charity impact” means according to new survey research released today by BBB’s Give.org, the standards-based charity evaluation group.

  • Sam Cobbs, Part 2

    Sam Cobbs, Part 2

    In this week’s episode of the Heart of Giving Podcast, we continue our conversation with Sam Cobbs, the President and CEO of the Tipping Point Community who is leading the way in improving lives in the Bay Area and charting a new path for philanthropic organizations with his inspiring work.

  • Wise Giving Wednesday: Pride Month Donations

    Wise Giving Wednesday: Pride Month Donations

    Pride Month takes place in June as communities across the country engage in a variety of activities and events to recognize the contributions and impact of LGBTQ+ individuals and the freedom to live with equality.

  • Wise Giving Wednesday: Donating to Honor Memorial Day

    Wise Giving Wednesday: Donating to Honor Memorial Day

    Across the U.S, as communities experience the lift of restrictions on businesses, restaurants and public spaces, they are likely to see the resurgence of charity fundraising activities.