What makes it a "good cause"? Because it's doing good or because it makes us feel good?
We all have limited funds. There are so many causes doing good? Where do we start?
Financial Integrity – money goes where they say it goes
Flexibility of organization to adapt with changing world – is it an outdated business model or is there a strong web-presence, embrace of technology, striving to reach new volunteers/members, and a fresh leading of the holy spirit?
Leadership structure of organization – is it the boss from the top or a group effort?
Personal Integrity – from the CEO, marketing VP, to the worker on the field
Centrality of Christ – it is easy to put the “good cause” in the center instead of Christ.
Sub-causes – Does this charity have links, ties, or take substantial donations from political parties, lobbying groups, or major corporations such as pharmacuitical companies, media groups, pro-abortion, or other causes?
Reputation – Word on the street value
Well managed – organized, professional, returns calls promptly
How to find out? – What is a charity's financial transparency rating? (charitynavigators.org, wallwatchers.org)
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