RBHA Donation Goals and Guidelines
Guidelines to Evaluate Charities, Nonprofits, and Causes before Giving
- RBHA’s goal is to give back to the local community through charitable contributions.
- Causes should be important to the Rehoboth Beach Community at large.
- As an organization we want our membership and community at large to know that we support making our local community a better place.
- Through charitable giving we hope to build alliances with other organizations and individuals who are potential partners.
- As an organization we also strive to give year-round through volunteering, event sponsorship and charitable drives.
- We hope to build a loyal and positive membership culture through responsible and exemplary charitable giving.
- As an organization we are committed to devoting sufficient time, and energy into choosing organizations that support RBHA’s goals and values.
- Annual charitable contributions will be based on current funding levels and determined by the RBHA board at large.
Guidelines to Evaluate Charities, Nonprofits, and Causes before Giving
- Make sure it’s a registered 501(c)(3).
- See if the charity’s goals and values align with our organization.
- Determine whether or not its objectives are attainable.
- Examine annual reports.
- See how transparent the organization is.
- Research the founders, board of directors or leadership team.
- Look deeper than financial postings to determine efficacy.
- Compare with similar organizations.