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AAPI Heritage Month 2026: Donate to a Top-Rated Charity

May 2, 2026

Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month is an annual celebration in May that recognizes the historical and cultural contributions of individuals and groups of Asian and Pacific Islander descent...

Convicted Felon Paid By Animal Charity Smears Its Critics Amid FBI Investigation And Kidnapping Plot

May 1, 2026

When animal lovers and other donors gave generously to Dedication and Everlasting Love to Animals (D.E.L.T.A. Rescue) to support the care and well-being of the animals on its sanctuary, they...

Mother’s Day 2026: Give the Gift of CharityWatch

May 1, 2026

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

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo 2026: Donate to a Top-Rated Charity

Apr 29, 2026

Cinco de Mayo is the holiday that commemorates the date the Mexican army defeated France at the Battle of Puebla during the Franco-Mexican War. It is a popular misconception that...

Patriotism for Profit: Inside the Business of Veterans Charities

Apr 24, 2026

Patriotic missions, Congressional charters, and favorable ratings from nonprofit trade associations can give veterans nonprofits an air of credibility, inspiring donors to give to organizations that may not be worthy...

Federal Scrutiny of Southern Poverty Law Center Raises Questions for Donors

Apr 24, 2026

A federal grand jury has charged the Southern Poverty Law Center (SPLC) on multiple counts, including wire fraud, false statements, and conspiracy to commit money laundering, alleging that the organization...

Tax Shelter or Charity? New Scheme Raises Red Flags for Donors and Regulators

Apr 20, 2026

Last month Bloomberg Tax blew the whistle on a tax strategy that raises serious concerns about the integrity of charitable giving. According to the Bloomberg Tax investigation, a whistleblower has...

Earth Day Reality Check: Greenpeace Faces Existential Crisis Amid $345 Million Legal Judgment

Apr 20, 2026

As Earth Day encourages support for environmental causes, Greenpeace is confronting a legal judgment that could represent more than a financial setback. It may pose an existential threat. A North...

Earth Day 2026: Donate to a Top-Rated Charity

Apr 17, 2026

April is considered Earth Month, and Earth Day is an annual event observed on April 22nd to show support for environmental protection. In 1969 at a UNESCO Conference in California,...

Nonprofit Closure Threatens Housing and Services for Thousands

Mar 30, 2026

A northeast Wisconsin anti-poverty nonprofit, Newcap, is preparing to shut down after more than 50 years of operations, citing serious financial challenges and the loss of a key government contract....

Happy Easter 2026: Donate to a Top-Rated Charity

Mar 29, 2026

Happy Easter from CharityWatch! Do you know which causes are important to you but aren’t sure which charities working in those causes will use your donations efficiently? CharityWatch is here to help! Below...

Celebrate Passover 2026 with a Donation to a Top-Rated Charity

Mar 28, 2026

CharityWatch is here to help you find charities that will use your donations efficiently this Passover. Consider supporting a Top-Rated Jewish & Israel charity, or view our complete list of Top-Rated charities and consider...