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Avoid these 6 mistakes when donating to a charity
In a world of prevalent disparities, looking beyond one’s four walls and helping in need can go a long way in facilitating a better world. Over the years, charitable organizations have emerged to support several pertinent causes, from helping underprivileged children receive education to empowering women and preventing child trafficking. Many benevolent individuals regularly contribute small and large amounts to such organizations. However, it is imperative to exercise caution to avoid inevitable mistakes while donating: Not verifying the charity organization’s credentials A common mistake is donating to charitable trusts solely based on their vision, mission, and genuine appearance and not researching their credentials. Today, there are several credible online sources from which one can obtain crucial details regarding a charitable organization’s credibility. Therefore, one should always check for minute details before going ahead with the donation. Being unclear about the cause It is important to have an in-depth understanding of the cause for which one is donating a certain amount and its impact on society. This helps one contribute to the most pertinent causes in the current day and age and prioritize charitable endeavors accordingly. Another way to prioritize one’s charitable activities is to ponder what aligns with one’s values – a political stance, a particular health condition that one is passionate about eradicating, a certain community one would like to support, etc.