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Insights on informed charitable giving, and accountability in the nonprofit sector.

A Smart Giver’s Guide to Give to the Max Day 2020

Mark your calendars — Give to the Max Day is November 19! At Charities Review Council, we know you’re seriously invested in the causes you care about, and that every dollar matters to the nonprofits you so generously support. That’s why we work alongside donors (and nonprofits) every day, ensuring donors like you can feel… Read more

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Q&A: Smart Giving During a Crisis

This article originally appeared in the Fall 2020 edition of the Smart Giver Newsletter. Not on our mailing list? Sign up here to receive the next edition in your mailbox. Q: I gave in response to the COVID-19 pandemic and/or the nationwide uprisings. How can I continue to support these causes now and in the… Read more

Part III: Our Journey Through the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Toolkit

This is part three of our Journey Through the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Toolkit blog series. You can read part one here and part two here. Here at Charities Review Council, we’re committed to taking ourselves through the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Toolkit on an annual basis, and we’re sharing our findings and key learnings… Read more

Working Toward Equity: 8 Action Steps for your Board & Staff

On June 1st, Charities Review Council (the Council) closed for the day to give our staff, board, and constituents a moment to reflect on the loss of George Floyd. Since then, our conversations at the Council have centered around what we can do — both now and in the future — to recenter our mission around equity… Read more

Thank You for Joining Us on Facebook Live

Thank you for joining us on Facebook Live! For those who weren’t able to join us live, don’t worry. You can view the recording here. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Toolkit: Discounts Available! During the conversation, Kris talked all about the Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (DEI) Toolkit, which helps organizations assess and strengthen three important areas… Read more

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