What Is the Best Way to Donate to the Poor?
Though many organizations have ways to donate to the poor, it’s best to find one with the following criteria:
- A clearly designated name, headquarters office address and official 501(c)(3) designation (United States only)
- Transparent funds designations and annual reports
- A documented history of success through stories and reports
- A form of oversite, such as a board
After you have established the structure and relevance of an organization, you will want to find organizations that address the root causes of poverty instead of the symptoms. For example, meal service in a time of crisis is wonderful, but it cannot lift anyone out of poverty. Stable income and skills for a better job are the best ways lift a person and their family out of poverty.
World Vision cites these areas as keys to poverty reduction, too:1
- Educate children
- Provide clean water
- Ensure basic health care
- Empower a girl or woman
- Improve childhood nutrition
- Reach children in conflict
- Prevent child marriage
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