The Complete Idiot's Guide to Giving Back

Which charities are worth your time and money?

It isn't always easy for people to make intelligent decisions about donating their time, services, and money to meet their own giving goals, and at the same time, help not-for-profit organizations achieve their visions while avoiding scams and pitfalls. Readers will learn how not-for-profits work and how donations are utilized to determine the best ways to match their personal ideals, values and giving goals with a meaningful group or cause.

*Readers of Bill Clinton's Giving will welcome this book as a practical Guide

*People are passionate about philanthropy, but nervous about spending wisely - this book helps them make informed, effective choices

Elizabeth Ziemba, JD, MPH, is the founder and president of the not- for-profit organization SHARED, dedicated to improving access to medicines in developing countries. She utilizes her dual degrees in law and international public health to educate and help donors, and the general public, make informed decisions on giving back.