Charitable: Simplifying Nonprofit Financial Information
Charitable is a free browser add-on developed by Amber Torrise that aims to simplify the financial details of nonprofit organizations (NPOs). The add-on addresses the common issue of navigating through complex financial information, which often benefits poorly managed organizations. This lack of transparency often requires donors to conduct further research to ensure their contributions are being used appropriately.
With Charitable, donors can make more informed decisions by utilizing the add-on's calculations on queried Form 990 data, which is obtained through ProPublica's API. This allows users to determine whether a specific NPO's IRS tax information aligns with their claimed commitment to charitable causes. By providing this valuable insight, Charitable helps donors ensure that their contributions are being utilized in a manner consistent with their intended charitable impact.
Overall, Charitable is a useful tool for individuals who want to support NPOs but also seek transparency and accountability in how their donations are being utilized. By simplifying the financial information of NPOs, Charitable empowers donors to make more informed decisions and contribute to organizations that align with their charitable values.
