You see it every year during the holiday season. Donation request are everywhere, at the store you are asked to make a donation, Facebook, requests from your friends to support a cause, direct mailings and more. While it is the season of giving, all of these donation requests may make people scratch their head and ask “Where does all this money go, and who should I give to?”
During the giving season everyone takes joy in donating to a charitable cause. It gives you that warm-and-fuzzy sensation that makes you feel like you made a diference, but with so many charities out there it can be hard to determine which cause is the best to donate towards.
BBB takes the guess work out in finding credible nonprofits. We take the time to ensure that the organizations we accredit meet BBB’s 20 Standards for Charity Accountability. Often times, donors look at an organization’s finances to determine whether or not they are trustworthy, but the truth is there is no one single measure that can determine if a non-profit is trustworthy or not. BBB Charity Reviews take a holistic approach to reviewing nonprofit organizations. We look at the following four areas: governance and oversight, organizational effectiveness, finances, and fundraising practices; measurements that go above and beyond an organization’s financials, in order to promote transparency at the highest levels.
BBB Charity Reviews are comprehensive and easy to use! Visit BBBDenverNonprofits.org to find BBB Accredited Charities. These organizations have gone through the rigorous evaluation process and have met all 20 Standards for Charity Accountability, meaning that you can be rest assured that your donation is going to be put to good use!
So next time you see a charitable donation ad campaign online, TV, or at the store, be sure to check with the BBB first!