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Wise Giving Wednesday: Donated Used Clothing Sold in East Africa

Quite a number of charities accept used clothing donations. Some will sell items that are in good condition in thrift stores to both help raise funds as well as employ individuals in need. Some might se
Jun 07, 2018
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Wise Giving Wednesday: Summer Camps and Charity

As we leave spring and approach summer, schools are completing the academic year and many families look forward to sending children to one of a variety of summer camps that can address almost every spor
May 30, 2018
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Wise Giving Wednesday: Deducting a Fundraising-Related Purchase

In addition to helping a good cause, one of the motivations for purchasing a ticket to a fundraising event in the U.S. is the ability to get an income tax deduction for the purchase. Donors need to keep
May 24, 2018
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Wise Giving Wednesday: Ramadan and Philanthropy

We give for the benefit of others for many reasons. Among the most powerful is faith. This is certainly true of Islam. According to Islamic Relief USA, (a BBB Accredited Charity), Islam has th
May 16, 2018
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BBB Wise Giving Alliance Building Trust Series. Art interviews Paul Miles of the We Raise Foundation (formerly Wheat Ridge Ministries). Read our full report on the We Raise Foundation here, https://bit.ly/2U2ZaCO. For information on the most trustworthy charities, go to https://give.org/.
May 15, 2018
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BBB WGA Building Trust Seris. Art interviews Christy Delafield of Mercy Corps. Read our full report on Mercy Corps here, https://bit.ly/2UFsof3. For information on the most trustworthy charities, go to https://give.org/.
May 15, 2018