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Find out about basic tips to help you make informed giving decisions.

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What are the BBB Standards for Charity Accountability? 20 standards addressing 4 themes: Governance, Results Reports, Finances, and Truthful and Transparent Representations.

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BBB Accredited Charities have the option of obtaining a license, for a sliding scale annual fee, that authorizes the charity to display the BBB Accredited Charity Seal on their websites and in promotional materials.

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As part of our Ukraine Relief Charity Interview series, Anne-Marie Grey, Executive Director and CEO of USA for UNHCR, The UN Refugee Agency talks about the organization's relief efforts in and around Ukraine during the crisis in the area.
Apr 08, 2022
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In this week's episode, we continue to focus on the war in Ukraine and the resulting humanitarian crisis in the region. Our guest, Bob Kitchen, is the VP of Emergencies and Humanitarian Action at the International Rescue Committee. Tune in now to learn more about IRC's efforts in the area and what...
Apr 08, 2022
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Wise Giving Wednesday: Ukraine Relief Adapts to Changing Circumstances

War has many unpredictable developments. How long will hostilities last? Which areas will be safe?
Apr 06, 2022
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Wise Giving Wednesday: And the Oscar Goes to….Cryptocurrency Donations for Ukraine

During the 94th Academy Awards® that aired Sunday, March 27th, one of the commercial advertisements during the breaks featured a cryptocurrency service company that provided viewers a web address or QR code link to make a cryptocurrency donation to the International Red Cross for their relief...
Mar 30, 2022
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In this week's episode, BBB Wise Giving Alliance CEO and Host of the Heart of Giving Podcast, Art Taylor, will share some valuable giving tips to help you make wise giving decisions to help with the ongoing relief efforts in Ukraine. We also feature interviews with 5 of our accredited charities...
Mar 29, 2022
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Wise Giving Wednesday: Growing Needs of Ukrainian Refugees

As the war in Ukraine continues to unfold, resulting in more damage and destruction to major cities, a growing number of Ukrainians are leaving to neighboring countries.
Mar 23, 2022
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