Wise Giving Wednesday: Online Giving Platforms
This month the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued guidance about online giving portals. As described, these portals provide a list of charities that potential...
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Wise Giving Wednesday: Philanthropy Experts & Leaders Gather in Cape Coral
Guest Blog by Michael Chatman, President & CEO, Cape Coral Community Foundation BBB Wise Giving Alliance President & CEO Art Taylor and Cape Coral...
Wise Giving Wednesday: Phishing Scam Mimics BBB Complaint
Cybersecurity is a concern for everyone in philanthropy. And, the Better Business Bureau name, like other well-known entities, is not immune to being abused...
Wise Giving Wednesday: Accountability Anniversary
Next month (March 23rd), will be the 19th anniversary of operating under the name “BBB Wise Giving...
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...
Wise Giving Wednesday: Philanthropy Provides Lessons for Effective Dorian Relief
Problems addressed by philanthropy sometimes involve valuable lessons that can be applied to other situations.
Wise Giving Wednesday: Government Actions Shut Down Two Charities for Misleading Appeals
On March 28, 2019, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) along with the Attorneys General in Florida and Missouri announced settlements with two charities that...
Wise Giving Wednesday: The Summer Heat and Firefighting Organizations
The summer heat wave is hitting parts of the United States with wildfires in California and especially across Arizona where temperatures have exceeded 115 degrees.
Hurricane Patricia Donation Tips
In anticipation of Hurricane Patricia that is expected to hit the Pacific coast of Mexico, BBB Wise Giving Alliance urges donors to consider the...
Wise Giving Wednesday: Matching Gifts Should Match
If a child, who already has a bicycle, asks his/her parents for a new flashy model, they might prompt the child to help make...
Wise Giving Wednesday: Building Trust Part 3
For the board of directors to properly guide a publicly-soliciting charity, provide oversight and assist in the decision-making process, its voting members should be...
Wise Giving Wednesday: In the Eye of the Storm
On Monday, BBB Wise Giving Alliance along with BBB’s distributed a press release that included advice on contributing to Hurricane Harvey relief efforts along...