BBB Akron charity resources

The first step in helping BBB tell your story is completing the free evaluation based on the nationally-recognized BBB Wise Giving Alliance Standards for Charity Accountability. The free evaluation and report will give potential donors and volunteers an idea of how informed your board is, whether or not you review internally, how your funds are used, the truthfulness of your appeals, and how transparent you are.

Nonprofits that meet all 20 Standards earn BBB Accredited Charity status, representing commitment to the highest standards in ethics and transparency.

Charity Accreditation

Becoming a BBB Accredited Charity is a sign that your organization can be trusted and is a NO-COST solution to providing donors with a resource that demonstrates your commitment to transparency and accountability.

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BBB Standards for Charity Accountability

Whether the report shows you meet some standards or all 20, you’re telling your story through BBB – a neutral and highly trusted third party.

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Charity Seal Licensing

Organizations that meet the BBB Wise Giving Alliance Standards for Charity Accountability automatically become BBB Accredited Charities and are eligible for the BBB Charity Seal Program.

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Akron-Summit Age-Friendly

BBB Accredited businesses and organizations within Summit County have the opportunity to be recognized as an age-friendly business, affirming their organization met a set of criteria designed to provide quality and accessible services to older adults.

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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

Meeting the Standards of Accountability

If there happens to be a standard or more not met, those are clearly explained in the report and you’re encouraged to send comments we can include. Check out our YouTube webinar tutorial for the meeting BBB Standards for Charity Accountability and BBB Most Commonly Missed Standards for Charity Accountability

BBB Wise Giving Charity Impact - Donor Trust Reports

Learn about our annual survey on the state of public trust in the charitable sector.

BBB Wise Giving News & Updates

Read the Wise Giving Wednesday blog each week to keep up to date on charity issues.

Charitable Ohio, Ohio Attorney General’s Office

Resources for Charities, Charitable Webinars and the newly-launched Charitable University.

Ohio Secretary of State Guide to Starting a Nonprofit in Ohio

This publication is intended to help you make the decisions necessary to get your business started. After filing with the Secretary of State’s office, there are many guidelines a nonprofit must follow to comply with state and federal requirements.

IRS Tax Information for Charities & Other Nonprofits

Stay up to date with all information regarding exempt organizations.