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The Obama Presidential Center Opens: What Donors Should Know About the Obama Foundation

Jun 15, 2026

This month the Obama Presidential Center will officially open its doors on Chicago’s South Side, marking the culmination of nearly a decade of planning, fundraising, and construction by The Barack...

Father’s Day 2026: Give the Gift of CharityWatch

Jun 14, 2026

For the dad or other father figure in your life who has everything, consider gifting a CharityWatch account. Help your loved one avoid charity scams and wasteful nonprofits and empower...

Juneteenth 2026: Donate to a Top-Rated Charity

Jun 12, 2026

Juneteenth (the abbreviation for “June Nineteenth”) commemorates the day when federal troops arrived in Galveston, Texas in 1865 to take control of the state and enforce emancipation. This occurred two...

CharityWatch’s Longstanding Concerns About Kars4Kids Gain New Relevance Amid A Major Court Ruling and Ongoing Litigation

Jun 9, 2026

For more than fifteen years CharityWatch has been warning donors about transparency and financial efficiency concerns involving Kars4Kids, including its close financial relationship with its affiliated charity, Oorah. CharityWatch started...

Flag Day 2026: Donate to a Top-Rated Charity

Jun 7, 2026

In honor and celebration of Flag Day and America’s stars and stripes, CharityWatch invites donors to check out our Top-Rated Human Services and Domestic Aid charity list and make more...

LGBTQ+ Pride Month 2026: Donate to a Top-Rated Charity

Jun 2, 2026

June is Pride month and it stands as a global celebration honoring the 1969 Stonewall Uprising in New York City. From massive parades and concerts to localized community workshops, the...

DAV Responds to Criticism With Attacks on CharityWatch Rather Than Addressing the Substance of Financial Concerns

May 21, 2026

Disabled American Veterans (DAV) recently circulated an internal memo via email to leaders throughout its organization in response to criticism and questions raised by a former chapter leader and by...

Fiscal 2024 Update: Gaia-Movement Living Earth’s ‘Recycling’ Program, Debunked!

May 19, 2026

CharityWatch has been keeping an eye on Gaia-Movement Living Earth (GAIA), a charity known for its ubiquitous clothing collection boxes, for many years. GAIA consistently reports low overhead and high...

Memorial Day 2026: Donate to a Top-Rated Veterans & Military Charity

May 19, 2026

Monday, May 25th, 2026 is Memorial Day. Check out CharityWatch’s Top-Rated Veterans & Military charities before giving to ensure your donation is not wasted! Memorial Day is an American holiday...

Court Rejects Proposed IRS Deal That Could Have Weakened Political Activity Restrictions for Churches

May 19, 2026

A federal judge recently rejected a proposed legal settlement that could have significantly weakened long-standing restrictions on political campaign activity by churches and other 501(c)(3) public charities. The case centered...

Moby Donates Coachella Profits to Animal Rights Organizations

May 14, 2026

Electronic musician and longtime animal rights activist Moby announced last month that he would donate 100% of the profits from his 2026 Coachella performances to four animal advocacy organizations. According...

May 2026: This Mental Health Awareness Month Donate to a Top-Rated Charity

May 7, 2026

Mental Health Awareness Month has been observed in the U.S. during the month of May since 1949. It serves as an important catalyst for helping everyone learn more, seek help...