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Wise Giving Wednesday: Police and Firefighter Appeals

Article January 26, 2022

Recent news reports about the bravery of fallen firefighters and the shooting of police when addressing domestic incidents brings attention and sympathy to these...

Wise Giving Wednesday: Charity Board Meetings

Article January 19, 2022

One of the BBB Standards for Charity Accountability (Standard 3) calls for charity governing boards to meet no less than three times per year...

Heart of Giving Blog: Interview with Judy Belk

Article January 18, 2022

The COVID-19 pandemic has revealed how social and economic disparities can have urgent consequences, leaving those with fewer resources dangerously vulnerable.

Roger Craver and Karen E. Osborne Join BBB Wise Giving Alliance Board

Article January 14, 2022

BBB Wise Giving Alliance, the standards-based charity evaluator, has added two prominent individuals to its Board of Directors: Roger Craver and Karen. E. Osborne.

Wise Giving Wednesday: Does the Do Not Call Registry Apply to Charities?

Article January 12, 2022

Earlier this month, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) released its Biennial Report to Congress on the National Do Not Call Registry.

Tips for Supporting Military and Veterans Charities

Article January 5, 2022

Get advice to make informed decisions when supporting charities for veterans, military members, and their families. Find Accredited Charities working on these issues.

Wise Giving Wednesday: Honor Betty White by Supporting Animal Charities

Article January 5, 2022

We were saddened to learn that Betty White, one of the most beloved celebrities, passed away just weeks before her 100th birthday.

Wise Giving Wednesday: Last Minute Donations for 2021

Article December 29, 2021

As the year draws to a close, we thought it would be helpful to point out some end of year donation issues that might...

Wise Giving Wednesday: Donating to Super Typhoon Rai Relief

Article December 22, 2021

News accounts report that over 375 lost their lives and hundreds were injured when Super Typhoon Rai (also known by the name Odette) hit...

BBB Wise Giving Alliance Announces Partnership with The Giving Block to Enable Cryptocurrency Donations

Article December 21, 2021

Charities that are accredited by BBB Wise Giving Alliance (BBB WGA) will now be able to accept 50+ cryptocurrencies as charitable donations powered by...

Guide to Car Donations for Charities

Article December 20, 2021

Read the six key things to consider before donating your car, find FAQ answers and review a list of Accredited Charities who accept car donations.

Wise Giving Wednesday: IRS Incentives for 2021 Charitable Contributions

Article December 15, 2021

This week the Internal Revenue Service posted an article informing U.S. taxpayers of additional benefits to making charitable donations before the close of 2021.