The following sources and articles can provide more information on wise charitable giving:

• California State Attorney General has provided information on charitable trusts.
• American Institute of Philanthropy includes vital information on what to know about philanthropy.
• An article in the Los Angeles Times, described the relationship between money raised at a fundraising event and money actually collected by the charity.
• Another article in the Los Angeles Times discusses the breakdown of dollars that go to a reputable charity.
• Recently, the Wall Street Journal publicized a number of articles on charitable donations.
  • "What to Scrutinize on a Charity's Tax Form"
  • "How to Vet a Charity"
• The New York Times also addresses charitable contributions during the holiday season.