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Earthquake in Italy: How to Help

On August 24, 2016, Italy was hit with a devastating 6.2 magnitude earthquake that killed at least 250 people. In addition to the tragic fatalities, hundreds of civilians have lost their homes, leaving a huge demand for housing, food, water, and clothing. The following organizations are reputable charities that are dedicated to helping the victims […]

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Do Contests Really Drive Philanthropy?

Leaders in the philanthropic sector are constantly trying to find new ways to inspire others to give to worthy charities. Similarly, nonprofit organizations are not only posed with the challenge of putting their cause out into the world, but also innovating their own methods of giving. Designing public prizes or contests is one strategy that […]

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Charity Navigator Helps Donors Know Who to Support

Charity Navigator is a website for philanthropic people to investigate whether a charity is financially sound, has accountability and is transparent with donors.  The aim of Charity Navigator is to create a more efficient way of charitable giving, and provide a place for donors to monitor the progress of organizations they report.  The organization uses […]