That one website that checks if a charity is legit and worth giving to: Charity Navigator

The pickLink checked Oct 9

Charity Navigator

Ratings, finances and accountability for US charities

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Why it's the pick

Search almost any US nonprofit to see its rating, how it spends its money, and how it is run, based on its tax filings. It's free and you don't need an account. Not every small or local group has a full rating, and a high score shows the charity is well run, not that it does the most good per dollar. GiveWell is better for that question.

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GiveWell givewell.org Deep research on charities that save the most lives per dollar FreeNo signup Link checked Oct 9

BBB Wise Giving Alliance give.org Reports on whether national charities meet 20 standards FreeNo signup Link checked Oct 9

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