The American Institute of Philanthropy (AIP)

The American Institute of Philanthropy (AIP)also known as "Charitywatch.org" is a nationally prominent charity watchdog service whose purpose is to help donors make informed giving decisions. To research and evaluate the efficiency, accountability and governance of nonprofit organizations; to educate the public about the importance of wise giving; to inform the public of wasteful or unethical practices of nonprofits and provide recognition to highly effective and ethical charities; to advise AIP members and conduct special investigations and evaluations of nonprofits; to expand and re-define our programs periodically to meet the continuing challenge of keeping the contributor informed.