The Heart of Giving Podcast

The Heart of Giving Podcast is hosted by Art Taylor, President and CEO of BBB Wise Giving Alliance. The weekly podcast celebrates the transformative effects that giving and service have on the human spirit and community.

As host, Art interviews a diverse range of guests including non-profit leaders, social entrepreneurs, business executives, celebrities, authors, and everyday heroes about their experiences with philanthropy and community service. The conversations spotlight inspirational stories of how giving back has impacted the lives of his guests and the people they serve.

Through storytelling and thoughtful discussion, The Heart of Giving Podcast explores the meaningful reasons, profound effects, and personal fulfillment that come from supporting worthy causes and helping others in need. The podcast aims to educate and encourage listeners to embrace the spirit of generosity.

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Wise Giving Wednesday: Fundraising Photos

Several days ago, a CBS story reported that a couple in New York was arrested for allegedly using social media and other communications to defraud donors by raising money using a picture of a boy fighti

Mar 15, 2017

Nicole Sheahan, Colorectal Cancer Alliance

BBB Wise Giving Alliance Building Trust Series. Art Taylor interviews Nicole Sheahan from the Colorectal Cancer Alliance. Read our full report on the Colorectal Cancer Alliance here, https://bit.ly/2YZLj3B. For information on the most trustworthy charities, go to https://give.org/.

Mar 09, 2017

Wise Giving Wednesday: International Women’s Day

Today, March 8th, is International Women’s Day which is a “global day celebrating the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women.” It has been observed since the early 1900s an

Mar 08, 2017

Dorothy Poppe, Chiari & Syringomyelia Foundation

BBB Wise Giving Alliance Building Trust Series. Art Taylor interviews Dorothy Poppe of the Chiari & Syringomyelia Foundation. Read our full report on the Chiari & Syringomyelia Foundation here, https://bit.ly/2IkD3p9. For information on the most trustworthy charities, go to https://give.org/.

Mar 02, 2017

Wise Giving Wednesday: And the Oscar® Goes To…Charity Ribbons

As a symbol of achievement in the movie industry and perhaps worldwide, the Oscars are probably one of the most recognized awards given out today. While there is no equivalent in philanthropy, it is int

Mar 01, 2017

Wise Giving Wednesday: IRS “Dirty Dozen” List Includes Fake Charity Warning

For a number of years, the Internal Revenue Service has come out with its annual “Dirty Dozen” list of tax scams to help people avoid schemes that may impact them during tax filing season. This year “fa

Feb 22, 2017

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