We've all seen the news lately – natural disasters have been making headlines, reminding us how quickly lives can be upended. If supporting communities in crisis is a cause close to your heart, there's a charity for that! All Hands and Hearts exemplifies this spirit. They are on the ground immediately after disasters, working with communities to rebuild homes, schools, and spirits. They don't just clear debris; they empower locals and volunteers, providing training and a clear path to recovery. Have you witnessed a charity transforming a community after a crisis? We'd love to share your story: https://bit.ly/4iU9yrC #CharityNavigator #GivingIsAmerican #AllHandsAndHearts #GoodNonprofitsMatter
Charity Navigator
Non-profit Organizations
Saddle Brook, NJ 13,536 followers
Your guide to intelligent giving.
About us
Make Impactful Philanthropy Easier For All Charity Navigator, www.charitynavigator.org, is the largest independent evaluator of U.S. based charities. Charity Navigator helps guide intelligent giving by evaluating the Financial Health, Accountability and Transparency of over 9,000 charities and by disclosing basic information on the remainder of the 1.7 million U.S. nonprofits. TIME Magazine called Charity Navigator "One of America's 50 Coolest Websites." The site is a two-time Forbes award winner for "Best of the Web," was selected by Reader's Digest as one of the "100 Best Things about America," was singled out by Kiplinger's Financial Magazine as "One of the Best Services to Make Life Easier."
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http://www.charitynavigator.org
External link for Charity Navigator
- Industry
- Non-profit Organizations
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Saddle Brook, NJ
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 2001
- Specialties
- nonprofit, philanthropy, and charity ratings
Locations
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Primary
Saddle Brook, NJ, US
Employees at Charity Navigator
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Esther Dyson
author "Term Limits: A design for living in the age of AI" (2026)
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Michael Thatcher
President and CEO @ Charity Navigator | Impactful Philanthropy
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Tony Rodriguez
Chief Revenue Officer | Social Impact Products | Business Development | Partnerships
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Rabia de Lande Long
Executive coach, management consultant, and facilitator I Making impact at the intersection of business, technology, & people I Former PW Org Change…
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Estate planning might sound like a future problem, but planning your legacy is surprisingly simple and meant for everyone! Think of a will as your ultimate "life happens" safeguard. It's not just about what you own, but who you protect and the legacy you want to leave. From your digital assets to who cares for your pet, a will ensures your wishes are heard. That's why we're partnering with FreeWill this Make-a-Will Month to share practical tips and resources to help guide you. The best part? You can make your will for free! Get started here: https://bit.ly/450iIPN #CharityNavigator #FreeWill #MakeAWill #MakeAWillMonth
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Did you know that 8 out of 10 people without clean water live in rural areas? That's where charity: water focuses its incredible efforts, partnering with local organizations to build sustainable, community-owned water projects around the globe. This isn't just about providing water; it's about empowering communities and creating lasting change, a true reflection of the American spirit of giving. Whether the cause closest to your heart is ensuring clean water access, ending homelessness, or improving veteran services, there is a charity out there doing impactful work. Ready to make a difference? Explore charities on our website: https://bit.ly/44YOyeq #CharityNavigator #GivingIsAmerican #GoodNonprofitsMatter
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Please join us in welcoming Matt Kamin to our Board of Directors! Matt brings over 25 years of nonprofit experience and holds an MBA in nonprofit management. He is Co-Founder of Envision Consulting, LLC, a national firm offering search and strategy services to nonprofit organizations across the country. He has served as Executive Director of multiple nonprofit organizations, including PALISADES EMERGENCY RESIDENCE CORP in New Jersey, The Children's Nature Institute in Los Angeles, and Los Angeles Youth Network in Hollywood. He has been instrumental in a number of nonprofit turn-arounds and mergers, and has founded 2 organizations. We’re honored to have his voice and perspective helping guide the future of informed giving. Welcome to the team, Matt! https://bit.ly/3UbEXw9 #CharityNavigator #WelcomeToTheTeam #BoardOfDirectors
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When life delivers its hardest challenges, charities often step in as a beacon of hope. Malcolm’s touching memory of a local charity making Christmas happen for his kids, even as his wife bravely fought cancer, is a testament to this profound impact. It's these compassionate gestures, fueled by donor support, that allow families to find moments of peace and happiness in the toughest times. Do you have a story about a charity stepping up to help you or someone you know? We'd love to share it and inspire others: https://bit.ly/4iU9yrC #CharityNavigator #GivingIsAmerican #GoodNonprofitsMatter #ShareYourStory
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Nonprofits, we want to help you thrive! By claiming your profile and completing all four beacons, you'll create a strong foundation of trust with donors, making your organization more attractive to millions who rely on our ratings. Take a look at our nonprofit resources for tips, tools, and to stay ahead of key updates: https://bit.ly/3IUCpQh #CharityNavigator #NonprofitResources #EarnTrust #Nonprofits
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We’re thrilled to introduce one of our newest Board members: Andrew Dunckelman! He is currently the Deputy Director of Philanthropic Partnerships at the Gates Foundation, where he leads the Foundation’s efforts to strengthen the charitable sector. He previously spent nine years at Google.org, serving on its senior leadership team, and leading efforts focused on economic opportunity, impact measurement, and deploying AI for social good. Andrew began his career at The Bridgespan Group, a strategy consultancy for the social sector spun out of Bain & Company. Originally from south Louisiana, he received a bachelor’s degree from Louisiana State University; an MPA in nonprofit management from Indiana University; and an MBA, with distinction, from Harvard. We’re excited for what we’ll accomplish together. Welcome, Andrew! https://bit.ly/3UbEXw9 #CharityNavigator #WelcomeToTheTeam #BoardOfDirectors
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Did you catch Charity Navigator's SVP of Development, Kyle Gardner, on abc7NY? Kyle praised the amazing donor response and walked viewers through how Charity Navigator's alerts can help direct your generosity to highly rated organizations that are truly making an impact on the ground. Catch the full news segment in our Press Room: https://bit.ly/3IIPw7b #CharityNavigator #ABCNews #TexasFloods #Texas #CampMystic #WhereToGive
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Nonprofits: you see incredible acts of healing, rebuilding, and thriving every single day. These personal moments of impact are powerful! When you share how your work has made a tangible difference in someone's life, from supporting a neighbor to aiding a family after a crisis, others may be inspired to support the vital work that nonprofits in our country do every day. Help us show the world the profound change nonprofits create: https://bit.ly/3TQVZPS #CharityNavigator #GivingIsAmerican #GoodNonprofitsMatter
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Congrats on turning 10, Give Lively! 🎉 We're incredibly proud of our Giving Basket partnership and so grateful for all you do. Thank you for your commitment to linking donors with high-performing nonprofits, helping them maximize their mission impact. Cheers to a decade of success!
Give Lively celebrates 10 YEARS of powering nonprofit missions. 💙 Meet the team behind Give Lively’s first decade of growth and impact. This one-minute video captures the dedication of the former and current employees who built our platform. These are the incredible people that we are recognizing! From our earliest days in July 2015 as a small, visionary incubator for business ideas that promote social good, we‘ve matured into a transformative force that has empowered over 50,000 organizations to raise over $1.25 billion and save an estimated $120 million in tech costs and fees. This journey of innovation and collaboration, anchored in a guiding ethos that technology can amplify social impact, has shaped our game-changing platform, all while keeping it free for nonprofits. Because we work for nonprofits, not for profit.