Key Things A Donor Should Consider When Choosing A Philanthropic Organization

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Key Things a DonorShould ConsiderWhen Choosing aPhilanthropicOrganization

Jeff Greenstein

Your generosity, kindness andcommitment to providing ongoing

support for a charitable organization canhave a lasting impact on current and

future generations.

Some key things a donor shouldconsider when choosing aphilanthropic organization:

PersonalValues andPhilanthropicGoals

Ask whether the organization

espouses the values that are

most important to you.

Ask yourself why it’s important

to support this cause and raise

awareness about their message.

Commitmentto the Cause

Donate to organizations that

are committed to their mission

and are working hard to make

a difference in the world- not

only on paper, but also in

measurable real world results.

You want to seek out organizations that have apassionate and caring team behind them, a groupof people that care about the organization from theheart and have the skills, dedication and support to

fulfill their mission.

EvaluatingNeed

Learn about success stories from

various types of donations and see

if the organization has set up any

type of fund or program for a

certain group.

Remember to look for measurable

signs of progress, so you can rest

assured that your gift is actively

driving change for the greater good

of the community.