Giving Matters

Insights on informed charitable giving, and accountability in the nonprofit sector.

Ukraine: Smart Giving in times of crisis

I saw a post on my social media feed a few days ago that described the extreme measures parents in Ukraine were taking to reconnect with their children. The most affecting image for me was of a child with contact information written in Sharpie marker on their back. As disturbing as all the images of… Read more

Takeaways on Governance: How to stay in compliance

If you’ve watched the news recently, an organization out of Minnesota has been making headlines, creating a ripple effect across the nonprofit stratosphere. A recent FBI fraud investigation into a local nonprofit, Feeding Our Future, on allegations that they violated federal meal programs and flouted nonprofit compliance laws. Dissolving just weeks ago, the nonprofit’s Executive… Read more

Madeline Folstein standing in front of the ocean

Thank you and farewell from Madeline Folstein

Council partners & friends, It is with mixed emotions that I share my resignation as Communications & Marketing Coordinator at Charities Review Council. My last day will be Thursday, February 24th. I have accepted a role as a Program/Project Specialist at the University of Minnesota School of Nursing. I’m looking forward to supporting development/alumni relations… Read more

Abby Wright Wellan welcoming FORUM guests to the Grand Ballroom

A Farewell Note from Operations Manager Abby Wright Wellan

Council partners & friends, Today’s message is bittersweet. It is with mixed emotions that I share my resignation as Operations Manager at Charities Review Council. My last day will be Friday, January 14th, 2022. As I reflect on my 9.5 year Council tenure, I’m incredibly thankful. From intern to Operations Manager, it’s been quite the… Read more

Map of Minnesota over illustrated landscape of evergreen trees and clouds with road signs for 'Minnesota's Giving Holiday,' 'Giving Connects Us!,' '#GTMD21 This Way' and word mark for Give to the Max, Nov. 18, 2021

A Smart Giver’s Guide to Give to the Max Day 2021

It’s almost Give to the Max Day again! Whether you’re new to Minnesota’s annual giving holiday, or a seasoned pro who knows their way around the Golden Ticket prize pool, Charities Review Council is here to help you make giving decisions with confidence. “Give to the Max is a celebration of the generosity of Minnesotans… Read more

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