Generations Have Different Ideas Of Charity ‘Impact’
June 9, 2021
What is “charity impact?” If you don’t know, you’re not alone. Almost half of American adults surveyed (47%) are unclear about what that phrase means, according to research released today by the Better Business Bureau’s Wise Giving Alliance (Give.org).
The remaining 53% of respondents who claimed they know what a charity means when talking about “impact” varied, depending on their generation. Among Gen Zers, “organizations reaching defined goals” was most popular (40%) when asked to consider possible definitions of “charity impact.” Millennials were most likely to select “how efficient the organization was in its spending” (27%) and Matures most frequently selected “the quality of programs” (26%).
Beware of scammers targeting military this Memorial Day weekend
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FILE - In this April 24, 2021, file photo a member of the U.S. Marine Corps stands on the tarmac as Marine One, with President Joe Biden and first lady Jill Biden aboard, approaches Delaware Air National Guard Base in New Castle, Del. (AP Photo/Patrick Semansky, File)
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SALT LAKE CITY â Memorial Day was established as a day to to honor fallen soldiers from American wars, but con artists are now using this commemorative holiday to
target the military.
Scammers use schemes that feature a patriotic or military approach to appeal to potential victims, as many legitimate businesses also offer holiday deals to service personnel.
RIGBY — Idaho Attorney General Lawrence Wasden wants people to be cautious of possible scams related to this month’s shooting at Rigby Middle School. Victims and their families also need to be cautious if they receive legal representation solicitations about filing lawsuits or joining potential class actions, Wasden said in a news release Thursday. So […]
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Article by: Bridget Trevino, ACADIANA BBB
Crowdfunding campaigns are helping to raise money for those affected by the widespread coronavirus cancellations and closures. These online fundraisers are supporting everything from continuing free school lunch programs to assisting out-of-work hospitality industry employees.
Crowdfunding can make supporting – and raising money for – a good cause easier than ever, but it’s not without issues. Con artists can use crowdfunding platforms to deceive donors and steal money for personal use. Or the money can be raised with the best intentions, but not end up used for its stated purpose.
Should You Donate to that Crowdfunding Cause?