Trust, Generosity and the Future of Giving

Read the summary, download our full narrative report to explore the data, stories and trends behind trust, generosity and the future of giving.
Embracing Iteration: The Fall Methodology Update

This September, Charity Navigator is thrilled to unveil its revamped Accountability & Finance methodology and updated point allocations for the Culture & Community beacon, providing donors with a more nuanced view of nonprofit effectiveness and organizations.
Your Guide to Spring 2026 Methodology

Find out how Charity Navigator is evolving for greater accuracy and transparency.
In Support of America’s Charitable Sector

One of the great things about America is the charitable sector, strengthened and sustained by the generosity of the American people. Giving Is American, and American giving is unique in the world. Strong nonprofits keep America whole. This powerful and essential tradition must continue.
Causeway: A Simplified Way to Donate for a Cause and Amplify Your Impact

Causeway, a cause-based giving platform born from a shared vision to simplify the giving process and maximize the impact of every dollar donated.
A Closer Look at How Charitable Giving is Failing the South

Despite generosity, American giving trends often fall short of addressing the nation’s most pressing needs. Study after study shows that the most intractable poverty in America tends to be in the rural southern and Gulf Coast states.
2024 Most Charitable Cities

Charity Navigator raised more than $35 million through its Giving Basket this year. Donors of all demographics in every part of the country contributed, with several communities standing out and earning recognition as the Most Generous Cities.
2023 Holiday Season Donation Trends

A look into the giving trends from the 2023 holiday season.
Finding and Evaluating Effective Nonprofits

Learn the key takeaways from Michael Thatcher’s interview with Jamie Hackleman of J.P. Morgan Private Bank.
Charity Navigator 2024 Methodology

As part of our commitment to increase the depth and breadth of our ratings, we’re rolling out modifications to our ratings methodology to improve comprehensiveness and ease.