Developing a Charity Report
Charity reports extend well beyond a review of the charity’s finances and rely on information voluntarily provided by the charities themselves. A typical evaluation will examine:
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Financial Details: Audited Financial Statements, IRS 990 and Schedule A, Annual Budget
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Governance Documents: IRS Determination Letter, By-laws, Articles of Incorporation, Conflict-of-Interest Policies, Board Roster, Board Meeting Dates and Attendance, Fundraising Agreements
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Fundraising and Informational Materials: Annual Report, Appeal Letters, Special Event Invitations, Telephone Scripts, Grant Proposals, Public Service Announcements
These materials are then carefully examined to determine whether or not the charity meets the BBB Standards for Charitable Accountability. The Wise Giving Alliance developed these standards in consultation with charities, accountants, fundraising professionals,
grant makers, and businesses.
After the review, the BBB provides each charity with a draft copy of its report before it becomes public. The BBB also offers each charity the opportunity to respond to any missed standards and recommends specific changes that would enable the charity to meet standards in future evaluations. The C.I.N. works hard to help every organization in its quest to meet BBB standards.
Would you like more information about a charity? To instantly obtain a detailed, online report, click on one of the links below:
• Central
Ohio Charity Reports
• National Charity Reports
Tips on Giving and Volunteering
The C.I.N. serves as a central resource for information related to nonprofit organizations. Choose one of the links below for more information.
Tips on Giving
Donating Used Vehicles to Charity
The Five Best Questions to Ask Telemarketers
GIVE BUT GIVE WISELY!
President of the BBB Wise Giving Alliance Art Taylor testified before the Senate Finance Committee in June 2004. Mr. Taylor addressed government regulation of charities, the BBB's evaluation of charities, and the new Wise Giving Seal. The BBB Wise Giving Alliance is the preeminent national charity watchdog, encouraging charities to be accountability, honest, and ethical.
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