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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.
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Wise Giving Wednesday: A Look Inside Our Charity Evaluation Process
Go behind the scenes of BBB Wise Giving Alliance’s charity evaluations. Learn how we promote trust through our standards-based, transparent review process.
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Wise Giving Wednesday: Support Mental Health This May
Looking to support mental health causes? Turn awareness into action this Mental Health Awareness Month by donating to trusted, BBB Accredited charities.
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Wise Giving Wednesday: Why Volunteer Time Is More Valuable Than Ever
The value of volunteer time is rising. See what that means for you—and get practical tips to start giving back this spring.
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Wise Giving Wednesday: Donate to Trusted Environmental Charities for Earth Day and Beyond
Give wisely this Earth Day with tips for vetting environmental nonprofits— plus a list of trusted BBB Accredited charities you can support.
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Wise Giving Wednesday: Old and Young Perspectives on Charity Impact
Older and younger Americans differ on their method of philanthropic engagement.
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Building Trust Video Series: Amanda Missey of Bergen Volunteer Medical Initiative
In this episode of our Building Trust Video series, we talk with Amanda Missey, President and CEO of Bergen Volunteer Medical Initiative. Read our full report on the organization here, https://bit.ly/3G2sEOR
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Wise Giving Wednesday: Homelessness Is Rising—Here’s How You Can Help Responsibly
Homelessness hit record highs in 2024. Learn how to help the unhoused and support trusted charities making a difference.
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Passing the Torch: A Conversation with Art Taylor and Bennett Weiner
We’re excited to share our latest episode, “Passing the Torch: A Conversation with Art Taylor and Bennett Weiner,” which marks a special transition in leadership at the BBB Wise Giving Alliance. In this unique episode, roles are reversed as our new president and CEO Bennett Weiner interviews the organization’s former leader and podcast founder Art…
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Wise Giving Wednesday: Spring Cleaning? Here’s How to Donate Goods Wisely
Spring cleaning? Make your donated goods count. Learn how to give wisely and avoid common donation pitfalls with these springtime giving tips.
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How to Support Earthquake Relief Efforts in Myanmar and Thailand
Want to help after the Myanmar and Thailand earthquake? Get smart giving tips and see trusted BBB Accredited Charities aiding relief efforts.
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Beyond Passion: Building Effective Nonprofit Leadership with David Rhode
This Week on The Heart of Giving Podcast David Rhode, author of “Passion Isn’t Enough,” shares practical insights from his journey from founding Pitchin’ for Baseball and Softball to consulting with nonprofit leaders. Three key moments: “Running a nonprofit organization is running a business. And so in order for your business to succeed long-term, you…
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Wise Giving Wednesday: Supporting Food Banks Impacted by Federal Funding Cuts
Federal funding cuts are creating new challenges for food banks nationwide. Learn about the challenges and how you can support hunger relief efforts in your community.
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Growth in Action: The Transformative Power of Educational Opportunity
This Week on The Heart of Giving Podcast – in Part 2: We continue our conversation with Dan Porterfield and Robert Diggs, then hear directly from Markera Jones, whose remarkable journey from a segregated school environment to academic excellence at Franklin & Marshall College demonstrates how institutional commitment to talent can change lives.
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Wise Giving Wednesday: How to Help Communities Affected by Last Week’s Powerful Storms
Want to help communities affected by last week’s devastating storms? See a list of trusted charities and learn how to give wisely to make a difference.
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Wise Giving Wednesday: Helping Charities Impacted by Government Funding Changes
Funding cuts from federal agencies are affecting many charities. Explore our list of BBB Accredited Charities that receive government funding.
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Mindset Matters: Redefining Talent in Higher Education
This Week on The Heart of Giving Podcast – Part 1: Aspen Institute CEO and Former Franklin & Marshall College President Dan Porterfield joins Art Taylor to discuss his book “Mindset Matters,” exploring how colleges can nurture talent and growth mindsets in students from all backgrounds. Joined by F&M alum Robert Diggs, they dive into…
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BBB Wise Giving Alliance Announces CEO Transition
BBB Wise Giving Alliance names Bennett Weiner as its new President & CEO, succeeding H. Art Taylor. Learn more about this leadership transition at Give.org.
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Wise Giving Wednesday: International Women’s Day & Women’s Leadership in Philanthropy
Celebrate International Women’s Day by recognizing the growing role of women in philanthropy. Learn about key giving trends and support trusted charities at Give.org.
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Beyond Traditional Fundraising: The Charity Buzz Model
This Week on The Heart of Giving Podcast, Ben Erwin, CEO of Charity Buzz, reveals how his organization has transformed fundraising by creating a marketplace for unique experiences that benefits nonprofits of all sizes. Three compelling moments: “Our mission at Charity Buzz is to deliver the most unique and exciting inventory opportunities on the Internet…