January 6, 2005

Charities Must Demonstrate They Protect Donors' Privacy

By Henry Goldstein

The American Civil Liberties Union has generated a major controversy within its ranks by conducting undisclosed research on donors and potential donors. The situation has already sparked an investigation by the New York State attorney general that could have serious implications not just for the civil-liberties group but also for many other charities unless the organizations move quickly to reassure donors that protecting their privacy is paramount.

Like most other charities, the

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