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Wise Giving Wednesday: Raising Funds for Schools

As August completes its march into September, children begin returning to school. While parents are currently focused on filling their children’s backpacks with school supplies, many also recognize they will soon be asked to help raise money for class projects, trips and other activities not covered...

Aug 21, 2019

Jim Lighthizer, American Battlefield Trust

Art Taylor speaks with Jim Lighthizer of American Battlefield Trust about engaging visitors and donors in unique and meaningful ways and about the importance of trust and transparency in the nonprofit world.

Aug 21, 2019

Maya Ajmera, Society for Science and the Public, Science News

Aug 15, 2019

Wise Giving Wednesday: Fraudulent Fundraiser for Military Family Vacations

On July 31, 2019 the FBI announced that a former resident of South Carolina was sent to federal prison for charity fraud involving a military theme.

Aug 14, 2019

August 6th Webinar - Building an Impact-Oriented Culture

Aug 12, 2019

Global Impact and BBB’s Give.org partner to advance accountability among charities working internationally

BBB Wise Giving Alliance (BBB’s Give.org) and Global Impact, a leader in growing global philanthropy, will work together to promote transparency and high standards of conduct among U.S. charities working internationally.

Aug 07, 2019

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