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BBB Luminare Award for Service

Submit your nomination or apply today for the BBB Luminare Award for Service that honors individuals who prioritize philanthropy and have made a meaningful impact through their charitable initiatives.

Jul 18, 2022

Wise Giving Wednesday: Tax-Exempt Status Is Not an Endorsement

Last week’s Wise Giving Wednesday featured the indictment by the Brooklyn District Attorney along with the New York Office of the Attorney General of a man that allegedly created dozens of fraudulent charities.

Jul 13, 2022

Wise Giving Wednesday: New York Man Indicted for Fraudulent Appeals

A man from Staten Island, New York was recently indicted by the New York Attorney General’s office

Jul 06, 2022

Wise Giving Wednesday: 2021 Giving Figures and 2022 Cautions

The 2022 edition of the Giving USA Report was published on June 27, 2022, by the Giving USA Foundation and written by the Indiana University Lilly Family School of Philanthropy at IUPUI.

Jun 29, 2022

Wise Giving Wednesday – Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month

As June is designated as Alzheimer’s and Brain Awareness Month, we thought it would be helpful to dedicate this week’s Wise Giving Wednesday to bring more attention to Alzheimer’s and other diseases and conditions impacting the brain.

Jun 22, 2022

Wise Giving Wednesday: Recognizing Different Donor Experiences

One year ago, Juneteenth became a federal holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved African Americans in the U.S.

Jun 15, 2022

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