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Wise Giving Wednesday: Plan Now for Year End Giving

With 45 days left in the year, now is a great time to make year end giving plans so that you are not rushed at the last minute.
Nov 16, 2022
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Wise Giving Wednesday: Veterans Day Donations

This Veterans Day (Remembrance Day in Canada), think of the needs of veterans, military service members, and/or their families.
Nov 09, 2022
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Wise Giving Wednesday: Sensible Cybersecurity

The more we depend on technology, the more vulnerable we can be to cybersecurity issues, unless active steps are taken to avoid potential trouble.
Nov 02, 2022
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Wise Giving Wednesday: Embezzlement at Youth Sports Clubs

A front-page article in the Sunday sports section of The Washington Post (Stubbs, Roman, Cash Keeps Disappearing from Youth Sports Clubs, 10/16/2022) provides an overview of financial embezzlement allegations about a soccer sports club in Oregon
Oct 26, 2022
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Wise Giving Wednesday: International Charity Fraud Awareness Week

As part of International Charity Fraud Awareness Week, which represents an international coalition of government regulators, law enforcement agencies, charities and others seeking to address charity fraud issues, BBB Wise Giving Alliance is pleased to share some steps that donors might take to help reduce instances of fraud.
Oct 19, 2022
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Wise Giving Wednesday: Breast Cancer Awareness Month

As October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month, we wanted to bring attention to this important cause and provide tips to help donors make informed choices in supporting charities that address this issue.
Oct 12, 2022