How To Find The Most Reliable Charities In The U.S.?

3. Charity Navigator

Charity Navigator focuses on financial health, accountability, and transparency, analyzing each charity to give it a star rating. They look at federal Form 990s to see how much of a charity's income goes to programs versus management and fundraising. Out of the big three services, Charity Navigator is the easiest to use. According to Sandra Miniutti, a spokesperson for Charity Navigator, a good rule of thumb is that at least 75% of a charity's income should go towards its programs or mission.