SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO AM) - Tuesday, December 2, is a national day of giving to charities, a day of giving back, called “Giving Tuesday.”
But Jessie Schmidt with the Better Business Bureau warns that before donating, go to give-dot-org and make sure the organization is legitimate.Schmidt says "Giving Tuesday" is dedicated to giving back. Mailboxes are stuffed with charitable solicitations and you must make sure the charities you want to give to are spending money wisely and on programs that they promote.
Schmidt says don't bow to pressure to give money on the spot and if you are making donations online determine whether the charity's website is secure.
Schmidt says that giving before January 1st means your gifts will be deductible on this year’s tax return.