Donating to charity

Courtesy Gov Gab  Thu, 11/19/2009 - 06:00

checkbookIf you have a little extra change in your pockets after you've finished all your holiday shopping, you might want to consider donating it to your favorite charity.

Last year, charities made $307.65 billion from contributions, according to the Giving USA Foundation.

But before you write that check, do a little research to make sure the charity is legitimate.

The Better Business Bureau Wise Giving Alliance pulled together five important questions you should ask...


 

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