News & Updates

Read the Wise Giving Wednesday blog each week to keep up to date on charity issues.

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In today's episode, we speak with Kateryna Zhuk, co-founder of Charity Turner, Ukraine’s Charity Watchdog. She talks about the situation in Ukraine right now, what charities are doing, and how we can contribute to help the people of Ukraine.
Apr 06, 2023
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In this episode of our Building Trust Video series, we talk with Sam Young, CEO of the Pensacola Habitat for Humanity. The organization's stated purpose is "to put God's love into action by bringing people together to build homes, community, and hope." Read our full report on the organization here, https://bit.ly/3zkb02n
Mar 30, 2023
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This week we feature clips from our previous interviews with Shawnee Benton Gibson, the CEO of Spirit of A Woman (S.O.W.) Leadership Development Institute and the Co-Founder of the ARIAH Foundation, Mark Shamley, Vice President of Community Impact at Lift Orlando, and Aimee Gilbreath, the President of PetSmart Charities.
Mar 29, 2023
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A conversation with the leadership of CHC: Creating Healthier Communities to talk about renovating identity, keeping a long-term view while advancing methodically, collaborating, integrating diverse communities, and building trust.
Mar 28, 2023
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In this week's episode, our guest is Aimee Gilbreath, the President of PetSmart Charities, (a BBB accredited charity and seal holder). We chat about her love for animals and helping them, and what PetSmart Charities is doing in the animal welfare space. Listen now to learn more!
Mar 21, 2023
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As part of our Earthquake Relief in Turkey and Syria Interview series, Sharif Aly, CEO of Islamic Relief USA, talks about the organization's relief efforts in Turkey and Syria after the devastating earthquake. Read our full report on Islamic Relief USA here https://bit.ly/3TouYlz
Mar 16, 2023