Life & Money Everyday Money Managing Finances How Do You Evaluate a Charity Before Giving? Noreen Fieber Nov 15, 2017 Watch out for lingo like “90 percent of every dollar donated goes to programs.” Photo credit: Hero Images share Want more? Get financial tips, tools, and more with our monthly newsletter. First name* Last name* Email* Sign me up Related Articles article Tips to Help Maximize Your Charitable Donations Learn more article How to Leave an Estate to Charity Learn more article Donating Your Life Insurance to Charity: Here’s What You Should Know Learn more