Venture in Corporate Karma Makes Dollars and Sense (Calgary Herald) Aug 2009
How We Evaluate Charities
Before you or your company makes an investment in an organization, Dexterity Consulting reviews the agency on the following:
- Funding Sustainability
- Governance Structures
- Community Track-record (program delivery, etc.)
- Community Economic Development protocols
Sources that we draw upon include public documents from the CRA and IRS, Charity Navigator, Charity Intelligence, Guidestar, The Fraser Institute, Giving USA, AFP, Imagine Canada, etc. As well, every attempt is made to meet with the Executive Director, members of the Board and other volunteers.
Resources
Items to help you make informed decisions
- Donor Bill of Rights
- Code of Ethical Fundraising
- How to Start a Foundation
- Other resources
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