Charity Navigator

If you've been putting off making a will, chances are one of these myths is holding you back: 🚫 "It’s only for the wealthy." ✅ Truth: An "estate" is just your stuff — your car, savings, pet, or personal keepsakes. It’s about your priorities, not your net worth. 🚫 "I need a lawyer to get started." ✅ Truth: Unless your situation is super complex, you can write a valid legal will online for free! 🚫 "I'm too young to think about it." ✅ Truth: If you have pets, digital accounts, or causes you love, you’re ready. Planning now gives you complete control over what happens next. 🚫 "It's going to be a huge headache." ✅ Truth: Modern online tools make it quick, easy and genuinely empowering. Ready to check "make a will" off your list of adulting tasks? (It's free!) https://bit.ly/4z1Bpj3 #MakeAWill #EstatePlanning #FreeWill

Since updating our rating methodology earlier this year, your Charity Navigator profile has even more ways to showcase your metrics and impact. Read the full methodology guide to see what's changed and how to position your profile for success: https://bit.ly/41WUUdo #Nonprofits #NonprofitRatings

Our hearts are with the people of Colombia following the powerful earthquake that struck yesterday, leaving communities across Pereira and western Colombia in urgent need of shelter, medical care and disaster relief. If you’re looking for a way to help, make sure your kindness goes where it’s needed most. Our team has put together a list of verified, highly rated charities providing critical support to survivors right now. Take a look at the Colombia Earthquake Relief list: https://bit.ly/4gr4jSo #Colombia #Earthquake #Relief

How does a team of 35 evaluate nearly 245,000 charities? 🤯 Our President & CEO, Michael Thatcher🔸, recently joined Alberto Lidji on the The Do One Better Knowledge Hub and Podcast to discuss our 2026 ratings methodology, curated lists and why fewer Americans are donating. Whether you're a donor or a nonprofit leader, it’s packed with insights you won't want to miss: https://bit.ly/4q86Jsi #Podcast #Nonprofits #NonprofitRatings

When Busola’s brother-in-law's family first moved to the US, medical bills could have easily pushed them into crippling debt. Thanks to the help of a charity that provided free care, his mother went on to work as a nursing assistant and his sister is on her way to medical school — both dedicated to giving back to the very community that lifted them up! Supporting a charity isn't just a temporary safety net — it can rebuild an entire family's future for generations. Have you witnessed a similar success story? Share it: https://bit.ly/4jWT0QT #GivingIsAmerican #GoodNonprofitsMatter #GivingStories

Think writing a will is only for retirees? Think again! 💡 Estate planning isn't just about massive fortunes or later stages of life. It’s about: 🐶 Naming a guardian for your pets 💻 Securing digital assets & social accounts 💙 Choosing who makes healthcare or financial decisions if life takes an unexpected turn 🌟 Supporting the causes that define who you are today We’ve partnered with FreeWill to make creating your legal will simple and 100% free: https://bit.ly/4z1Bpj3 #MakeAWill #EstatePlanning

The latest ratings release was a few days ago! Head over to the Nonprofit Portal to download your organization's star badge and showcase your hard-earned rating. ⭐ Show donors the impact you’re making: https://bit.ly/4qAPqiO #Nonprofits #NonprofitRatings #RatingsRelease

August is Make-A-Will Month, and it’s the perfect time to give your loved ones the ultimate gift: total peace of mind. 💙 That’s why we’ve partnered with FreeWill to offer a completely free, easy-to-use online tool that helps you create a legally binding will in under 20 minutes. Check out our estate planning resources and start your free will today! 👉 https://bit.ly/4z1Bpj3 #MakeAWill #EstatePlanning #FreeWill

GivingTuesday is joining us as a presenting sponsor for the 2026 Giving Season Summit! In partnership with FreeWill, this free virtual summit brings together 5,000+ nonprofit professionals to help you maximize your year-end strategy. Sessions include: -Non-cash giving w/ Dr. Russell James -Major donor conversations w/ Mallory Erickson -Monthly donor retention w/ Dana Snyder -AI, direct mail, board engagement and more! 📅 September 10, 2026 💻 Free & Virtual | Earn CFRE Credits! 🎟️ Register here: https://bit.ly/4pUoKu2 #GivingSeason #Fundraising #Nonprofits

If you’re looking to inspire your kids to give back, here are a few fun ways to start: 1️⃣ Start early: Keep conversations about "need" and "giving" simple and age-appropriate. 2️⃣ Involve them: Talk about why you give (no need to share dollar amounts!). 3️⃣ Volunteer together: Turn a park clean-up into a fun weekend tradition. 🌳 4️⃣ Let them lead: Connect giving to their personal passions, like sports or animals. Take a look at the full guide: https://bit.ly/4f1nj81 #KidsWithACompass #GenerousKids #CharitableKids