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Consumer Charity Tips

Allowing a Charity to Use Your Name

BBB Wise Giving Alliance Asks: Are Charities Keeping Donors in the Dark? Nearly one-third of charities approached by BBB Wise Giving Alliance failed to disclose basic information for evaluation

BBB Wise Giving Alliance Advises Donors on California Wildfire Relief Efforts: Do Your Research When Giving to Charities

BBB Wise Giving Alliance Offers Expert Advice to House on Assessing Veterans’ Charities: The Alliance says many veterans’ charities keep donors in the dark

BBB Wise Giving Alliance Offers Expert Advice to Senate on Holiday Giving: The Alliance advises donors on charities that withhold information

Bogus Law Enforcement Groups

Businesses Should Exercise Judgement When Supporting Community Fundraising Appeals

Consumer Charitable Giving Guide for the Holiday Season

Contributing with Confidence

Credit Cards and Charitable Causes

Don’t Get Duped When Donating to Myanmar: BBB Wise Giving Alliance tips for donating wisely

Guidelines for Business Giving

The BBB System: Major Programs

Tips on Contributing Used Cars to Charity

Tips on Volunteering

Watch Out for Donation Processing Job Scams

Young Sales Crews Not Always "Charitable"