http://www.saltlakecity.bbb.org/WWWRoot//SitePage.aspx?site=139&id=a824b759-3137-43b5-aedf-a38056bcce73&debug=False 10 Wed, 24 Apr 2013 05:00:00 GMT Within days, crowdfunding websites reportedly raised more than $2 million to support victims of the Boston Marathon bombing tragedy. While online giving provides a quick and easy mechanism for supporting those in need, donors should ask questions and know what to expect when contributing through crowdfunding websites. http://www.saltlakecity.bbb.org/article/crowdfunding-know-before-you-donate-41512 Thu, 22 Mar 2012 05:00:00 GMT The Better Business Bureau (BBB) recommends that donors understand where their money is going before contributing to a children’s charity. http://www.saltlakecity.bbb.org/article/bbb-urges-donors-to-do-their-homework-before-giving-to-kids-charities-33381 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 06:00:00 GMT Because of technology and the creativity of charities, there are many different ways that donors can give to a worthy cause. http://www.saltlakecity.bbb.org/article/how-you-give-is-just-as-important-as-what-you-give-31073 Fri, 21 Oct 2011 05:00:00 GMT The BBB urges consumers to take the time to research the charities seeking their money and to understand claims by marketers of products that purport to benefit breast cancer research. http://www.saltlakecity.bbb.org/article/breast-cancer-awareness-also-means-being-alert-to-scams-pink-product-puffery-bbb-advises-30150 Fri, 11 Mar 2011 06:00:00 GMT The BBB advises donors to check with the BBB before making donations to charities that will provide relief to victims of the earthquake and tsunami that hit Japan early today. http://www.saltlakecity.bbb.org/article/want-to-help-earthquake-victims-in-japan-check-bbb-first-25950 Mon, 03 Jan 2011 06:00:00 GMT If you’ve made volunteering part of your New Year’s resolutions, the BBB Wise Giving Alliance recommends taking five steps to make sure your volunteering has a big impact. http://www.saltlakecity.bbb.org/article/resolve-to-give-back-five-tips-for-volunteering-24538 Thu, 05 Aug 2010 05:00:00 GMT BBB Wise Giving Alliance recommends donors research charities fully before they give—just like the billionaires do. http://www.saltlakecity.bbb.org/article/you-too-can-donate-like-a-billionaire-21418 Thu, 14 Jan 2010 06:00:00 GMT In the wake of the earthquake disaster in Haiti, Americans are donating via text message more than ever before. http://www.saltlakecity.bbb.org/article/bbb-advice-on-donating-by-text-message-for-haiti-relief-efforts-14734 Wed, 13 Jan 2010 06:00:00 GMT As immediate relief needs are assessed in the wake of the devastating earthquake in Haiti on January 12th, many Americans are looking for ways to help by donating to a charity. http://www.saltlakecity.bbb.org/article/bbb-advises-donors-on-how-to-vet-haiti-earthquake-charity-appeals--14677 Wed, 13 Jan 2010 06:00:00 GMT View a list of national charities that are seeking to provide assistance in response to the earthquake in Haiti. http://www.saltlakecity.bbb.org/article/charities-providing-haiti-earthquake-relief--14690 Wed, 21 Oct 2009 05:00:00 GMT Many businesses are marketing products to support finding a cure for breast cancer during National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The BBB advises consumers to check donation claims before buying. http://www.saltlakecity.bbb.org/article/bbb-advises-consumers-to-check-before-buying-pink-ribbon-products-13278 Mon, 01 Oct 2007 05:00:00 GMT Advance Fee Loan Scams, Appliances, Automobiles, Charity Scams, Contractor Scams, Credit and Money, Damaged or Lost Documents, Debris Removal Scams, Door-To-Door Sale (Cooling Off Rule), Fake Disaster Officals, Flood Restoration, Foundation-Excavation-or-Waterproofing Work, Home Ownership Issues, Home Repair Scams, Identity Theft, Job Scams, Money and Credit, Pest Control, Rental Listing Scams, Utility Related Scams, Water Treatment or Purification Devices http://www.saltlakecity.bbb.org/article/ftc-the-federal-trade-commissions-information-about-relief-for-hurricane-victims-4721