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Jackie Melillo, United Palestinian Appeal

Art Taylor sits with United Palestinian Appeal to discuss collaboration and donor trust. Read our full report on UPA here, http://bit.ly/345WdHo

Nov 20, 2019

Fewer Than One in Four Donors “Highly Trust” Charities Says New Study by BBB’s Give.org

Only 19% of individuals say they highly trust charities, according to a new study by BBB’s Give.org, but 70% rate trust in a charity as essential before giving.

Nov 14, 2019

Wise Giving Wednesday: The Number of U.S. Charities

Each year the U.S. Internal Revenue Service produces a Data Book that provides information and statistics about returns filed, taxes collected and related issues such as data on tax-exempt organizations.

Nov 13, 2019

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

Giving Tuesday PSA

Nov 04, 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

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