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Wise Giving Wednesday: Giving Tips for Veterans Day

Veterans Day reminds us to honor those who served in the U.S. Armed Forces. To show respect for this day, many donors will seek to contribute to charities that address a variety of issues and needs facing veterans...

Nov 06, 2019

Wise Giving Wednesday: Defining Charity Transparency

Twenty-five years ago, charity transparency was often viewed as the availability of charity financial information such as the IRS Form 990, the annual financial form filed by U.S. charities.

Oct 30, 2019

Wise Giving Wednesday: International Charity Fraud Awareness Week

Government charity regulators from around the world, including the UK, New Zealand, Australia and the United States, are collaborating this week to bring attention to charity fraud.

Oct 23, 2019

Wise Giving Wednesday: Charity Budgeting

A quote attributed to the late, great American actor, Spencer Tracy, provides a reminder of the importance of managing finances: “There were times my pants were so thin I could sit on a dime and tell you if it was heads or tails.”

Oct 16, 2019

Wise Giving Wednesday: Email Fraud Directed at Charities

If you received an email that appeared to be from the CEO of your organization asking if you were at your desk, would you respond?

Oct 09, 2019

Wise Giving Wednesday: Charities and Breast Cancer Awareness Month

Breast Cancer Awareness Month which takes place each October brings the public’s attention to this important cause.

Oct 02, 2019

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