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John Engle, Haiti Partners

Art Taylor interviews John Engle of Haiti Partners about the work of Haiti Partners and what it means to be a trustworthy charity. Read our ful report on Haiti Partners here, https://www.give.org/charity-reviews/national/education-and-literacy/haiti-partners-in-vero-beach-fl-37783 For information...

Apr 23, 2019

Jeff Eastman, Remote Area Medical

Art Taylor interviews Jeff Eastman of Remote Area Medical for our Building Trust Video Series. Read our full report on Remote Area Medical here, http://bit.ly/2Ur5HHH For reports on thousands of soliciting charities, and tips on giving, got to Give.org

Apr 17, 2019

Wise Giving Wednesday: Advice on Notre Dame Fire Fundraising

Across the globe, people are in shock over the fire that severely damaged Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris.

Apr 16, 2019

Wise Giving Wednesday: Did 2018 U.S. Tax Cuts Reduce Donations?

In the closing days for filing U.S. income tax returns by April 15th, we are reminded of the Wise Giving Wednesday blog from last year that raised potential concerns about how U.S. tax law changes could impact giving.

Apr 10, 2019

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 were accused of distributing misleading appeals.

Apr 03, 2019

Wise Giving Wednesday: Spring Cleaning Donation Options

As we enter the spring months and perhaps develop the courage to clean our closets and consider making in-kind donations to charities

Mar 26, 2019

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