Top 100 Charities

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The top 100 charities distribute their volunteers, donations and donated items to people who need them. If you’re looking for an organization to donate to, then the top 100 nonprofits are a place to begin. They are legitimate organizations which provide donors with assurances that their donations are going where they are needed most.

Doctors Without Borders rates in the top 100 charities.

Listing the Top 100 Charities

Charities in the top 100 include private and public groups that focus on providing support for abused women and children, helping people learn to read and helping with shelter for families of hospitalized children. The charities benefit people all over the world, providing needed services such as assisting the blind, the disabled and the elderly. The best charities can use assistance in the form of donations of money, items and time.

Organizations such as Big Brothers Big Sisters foster positive relationships between mentors and children in need. The African Wildlife Foundation wants to protect animals from being hunted or abused. The Breast Cancer Research Foundation seeks better treatments and a cure for breast cancer. Doctors Without Borders promotes medical care, immunizations and treatment for people everywhere.

Choosing the top charities involves researching the charitable organization, what their missions are, what they do with their donations and how you can help them out. Many watchdog groups monitor and investigate charities in order to find out which ones are the most reputable and if they deliver on the promises they make.

Donate Wisely

Registered organizations assure you that your donations will be used wisely. Not all charitable donations are tax deductible, but they provide you with the satisfaction of helping others. Always verify the charity you want to donate to through the Better Business Bureau to verify that they are registered and no one has complained about their use of funds. A legitimate charity organization will provide statements that track where your donation went and what it will be used for. You should also receive a receipt detailing the contribution and its value.

The growth of the Internet offers more options for charitable donations. When you create an auction on EBay, you can donate a portion of your profits to the charitable organization of your choice. Many shopping sites feature listings that allow you to donate. While sales commissions are a great way to donate, you should verify who or what you are donating to with an Internet sale donation the same way you would before you write a check.

Guide to Top Charities

The following charities come from lists compiled by Forbes and Reuters and rated based on their commitment to mission, how much of their donations actually trickle down to the destination. Be sure to verify the organizations for yourself before donating.

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Charities S-W

Every Penny Counts

Wanting to donate to a charity is a great thing. Whether you want to donate your time, items or dollars, those donations are welcomed by the charities listed above. If you're not sure how you can help, contact the organizations to find out what they need. If you can't afford the time or the dollars to donate, consider listing the charities on your grocery card for point, dropping off your recycling or simply donating a dollar whenever you can. In the world of charitable donations, every penny spent and every moment volunteered, counts.

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