Charities differ a lot in how much of the money they raise goes for programs instead of covering the expense of raising money. The best course of action before giving is to check out the charity with one or more of the major charity watchdogs, including the BBB Wise Giving Alliance, Charity Navigator, and CharityWatch.īy doing this vetting, you can feel more confident that the group you’re donating to deserves your support. According to a recent report by the Blackbaud Institute for Philanthropic Impact, 17 percent of contributions were made during December last year. Vetting charities is especially important now because December is typically the largest month for giving. Some organizations may spend too much on administrative and fundraising costs or are outright scammers. “You don’t want to choose a charity by the name alone, since your donation may go to a questionable group,” says Bennett Weiner, chief operating officer of the charity watchdog BBB Wise Giving Alliance. But you need to look carefully at the organization to make sure you are sending your money to the right place.
If you’re looking for tips on choosing a charity, you can vet the charities you’re considering by checking the websites of the watchdog organizations mentioned here.ĭuring the holidays, many consumers receive a multitude of donation requests from charitable organizations, as well as crowdfunding sites and other online giving platforms.Ī charity’s name may signal worthy a cause, such as feeding the hungry or supporting veterans. Editor’s Note: Consumer Reports has not updated the specific charities mentioned in this story since November 2019.
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