on their websites as well as any other printed documents. Contrast with badge charity Charity fraud is distinguished from badge charity in which the charity does exist, but an inordinate percentage the funds donated are absorbed by professional fundraisers and operating expenses of the charity rather than the causes described in solicitations. See also Clothing scam companies Confidence trick References External links United States: Better Business Bureau's Wise Giving Alliance CharityWatch Charity Ratings Charity Navigator's giving tips including the 5 Steps to Informed Giving Federal Trade Commissiojn - Charity Fraud Give.org BBB Standards for Charity Accountability Haitian Earthquake Relief Fraud Alert IRS: Life Cycle of an Exempt Organization National Charity Seal Program United Kingdom: Charity Commission - find out if a charitable organisation is formally registered Fraud Fraud