Smart Tips for Charitable Giving 

"Donations to support schools have greater impact .." -- Nicholas Kristof 

Worthiness of the cause.  

What is the cause that you are supporting?  Don't be swayed by a pretty face, or a celebrity.

Focus your support.

The greatest impact comes from support to one or two charities versus smaller gifts spread across several organizations.  

Research.  

Review an organization's financial statements, its team of volunteers, and its goals for the future.  

Ask yourself the important questions.  

How well do I know the organization's vision, priorities and spending habits?

Financial and Organizational Transparency

How transparent are the yearly budget and financial data?  (Ask us).  

Impact

How will the money be used?

Relationship

Does the organization have a long-term relationship with donors?

Talk to the Leaders

Call on Board members or Chapter leaders

Go see their work.  

There's nothing like first-hand observation.