Donation Due Diligence: The Money Comes Last

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What should I look out for when deciding to which charities to give?

Donation Due Diligence: The Money Comes Last

It may seem obvious, but if you have any questions about the legitimacy of the organization from which you have received a solicitation, or if you are just not sure yet whether you want to give to a cause, or how much to donate, do not provide any credit card or bank account information to the organization.

Once you have reviewed all information from a charity and have made the decision to donate, then work with the organization to get them the money.

   

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