Do 100% of donations really go to the charity

January 31, 2019

We've all heard it. "100% of your donation goes to the charity." This statement is proudly made and well-intended. And yet, it masks the very real costs and complexity of getting money to charities and nonprofits, especially when it comes to corporate giving. This myth doesn't help anyone charities, donors or companies. There are lots of ways companies and their people choose to give back to the causes they care about.

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Chicago Women in Philanthropy

hicago Women in Philanthropy (CWIP) is a community of philanthropic, corporate-giving, and nonprofit women. Our members are passionate about helping other women advance in society. Our mission is to educate and encourage philanthropy by facilitating dialogue and uncommon connections that positively impact the lives of women and girls.

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Chicago Women in Philanthropy

hicago Women in Philanthropy (CWIP) is a community of philanthropic, corporate-giving, and nonprofit women. Our members are passionate about helping other women advance in society. Our mission is to educate and encourage philanthropy by facilitating dialogue and uncommon connections that positively impact the lives of women and girls.

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