Kris Kewitsch | Executive Director, Charities Review Council | June 2024 Nonprofits in the News As the first Feeding Our Future trial concluded, the Council reflects on how this case shines a light on our mission and the nonprofit sector. Unscrupulous nonprofits and individuals have been exploiting the needs of the moment for as long… Read more
Kris Kewitsch | Executive Director, Charities Review Council | June 2024 Accountability is Not a Bad Word KSTP recently reported on a warning issued by the Minnesota Attorney General to a local restaurant group regarding their charitable and solicitation practices, and the Council’s Executive Director was interviewed for her insight on nonprofit operations and oversight. … Read more
Meet St. Louis Park Emergency Program By KRIS KEWITSCH | Executive Director | Charities Review Council St. Louis Park Emergency Program (STEP) has been responding to neighbors in need since 1975 by providing access to vital services that foster stability. This community food shelf and social service agency is there for the community when… Read more
Kris Kewitsch | Executive Director, Charities Review Council | May 2024 Planned Giving: Maximizing Benefits for Both Donors and Nonprofits Planned Giving refers to the process of maximizing a charitable gift during your lifetime or as part of your will, involving financial or estate planning techniques that extend benefits for both you as the donor… Read more
Kris Kewitsch | Executive Director, Charities Review Council | May 2024 Planned Giving: Let’s Make a Plan! As the name implies, Planned Giving takes some planning. Charities Review Council recommends talking with a few trusted sources and consulting reputable resources as you begin the process: Ask your financial advisor and/or estate attorney for their expertise… Read more
