News & Updates

While BBB Wise Giving Alliance urges donors to take a broader look, charity finances still come first to many potential donors. Given that reality, what is the best source for charity financial information? While BBB WGA reviews the both the IRS Form 990 and the charity’s audited financial statements, when it comes to financial assessment,…

In response to the documented decline in the proportion of Americans who give to and volunteer with charitable organizations, The Generosity Commission released its report, Everyday Actions, Extraordinary Potential: The Power of Giving and Volunteering. The report offers nine recommendations as well as a snapshot of current trends in volunteering and giving.

On this 23rd anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attacks, BBB Wise Giving Alliance revisits some of the lessons learned from fundraising that took place in the wake of that tragedy.

In a perfect world, we would make all giving decisions deliberately. However, disasters, tragedies, and humanitarian needs often prompt emotional giving, leaving donors vulnerable to manipulation and exploitation. Read on for advice on how to balance your emotional generosity with thoughtful decision-making.

This past Monday, August 26th, was National Dog Day. International Cat Day was celebrated on August 8th. Despite the popularity of these beloved pets, animal shelters around the U.S. have been experiencing problems with overcrowding. Read on for the backstory that led to this circumstance and what a charity donor might do to help address…

Small businesses across the country are routinely asked to support a variety of charitable organizations. Most charities requesting gifts from businesses do so in a responsible manner, but there are those who seek to take advantage of their generosity.

Today’s edition marks the 500th Wise Giving Wednesday post. Looking back over the thousands of words written for this feature, we found some common themes and lessons that we would like to share.

As Hurricane Debby, which evolved into Tropical Storm Debby, continues to rain down on the Southeastern United States, many communities brace for strong winds and major flooding. Read on for advice on making charitable contributions to help those in need.

Last week, The Chronicle of Philanthropy featured an article about Taylor Swift’s donations to food banks during her Eras concert tour. As reported, her cumulative donations resulted in hundreds of thousands of meals being available to various food banks in the cities and communities where the shows took place.

Earlier this year, a Google survey found that more than half of nonprofits use Artificial Intelligence (AI) for some tasks, and that four in five nonprofits think AI may be applicable to their work.

With the recent exposure of AT&T phone records in the news, it’s important to understand that public concern about data privacy extends beyond businesses. 61% of respondents in our latest Give.org Special Donor Trust Report ranked donor information protection as a top priority. If a charity they support is hacked, 22.5% reported they would stop…