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Wise Giving Wednesday: Third Month for Ukraine Relief

On Monday, April 25th, the United Nations Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs (OCHA) announced the need for $2.25 billion in assistance to help Ukraine
Apr 27, 2022
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Wise Giving Wednesday: Earth Day 2022

Fifty-two years ago, Earth Day had its first observance on April 22, 1970.
Apr 20, 2022
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Wise Giving Wednesday: Concerts Raising Funds for Ukraine Relief and/or Refugees

Raising charity funds through concerts or musical recordings is older than rock and roll and the cause of Ukraine relief is no exception.
Apr 13, 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 efforts in Ukraine.
Mar 30, 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