News & Updates

Read the Wise Giving Wednesday blog each week to keep up to date on charity issues.

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Tips on Giving to Organizations Raising Funds for Immigration Issues

In response to public concerns about immigrant children and adults being detained in compounds near the Mexico/Texas border or transported to other locations, many people are seeking ways to help in any
Jun 21, 2018
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Wise Giving Wednesday: Scams Directed at Charities

On Monday, June 18th, the Better Business Bureau partnered with state and federal agencies on Operation Main Street: Stopping Small Business Scams, a law enforcement initiative targeting operations seek
Jun 20, 2018
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Art Taylor interviews Thomas Kemper of the United Methodist Committee on Relief. Read our full report on the United Methodist Committee on Relief here, https://bit.ly/2UH5sMC. For information on the most trustworthy charities, go to https://give.org/.
Jun 19, 2018
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Wise Giving Wednesday: Charity Concerts in Summer

As summer officially begins in a couple of weeks, I am reminded that this is the time of year when many people attend concerts, especially outdoor or large arena events featuring a favorite singer or ba
Jun 13, 2018
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Art Taylor interviews Debbie Rambis of The Compassionate Friends for our Building Trust Series. Read our full report on The Compassionate Friends here, https://bit.ly/2VrSHmo. For information on the most trustworthy charities, go to https://give.org/.
Jun 12, 2018
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Wise Giving Wednesday: Donated Used Clothing Sold in East Africa

Quite a number of charities accept used clothing donations. Some will sell items that are in good condition in thrift stores to both help raise funds as well as employ individuals in need. Some might se
Jun 07, 2018