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At Charity Navigator, we know Americans are incredibly generous, especially when a crisis occurs. For example, after the September 11 terrorist attacks Americans donated over $2 billion and when the tsunami crashed ashore in Southeast Asia, the day after Christmas in 2004, American donors contributed $1.54 billion. Even more impressive was the philanthropic response to Hurricane Katrina when Americans gave $6.5 billion --- breaking all previous records of disaster-related giving.

When natural disasters strike and new societal concerns emerge, Charity Navigator will use this portion of our site to spotlight charities dealing with these issues to help you give generously and with confidence.

	Holiday Giving Guide At Charity Navigator, we urge all donors to take a closer look at the charities seeking their support this holiday season. To aid your efforts, we've created this Holiday Giving Guide to help you ensure that your holiday donations best reach their intended good causes.
	Celebrities Put Star-Power to Good Use Find out what Angelina Jolie, Bono, Lance Armstrong and Michael J. Fox have in common besides being famous.
	Eight Year Anniversary of 9/11 Terrorist Attacks As we commemorate the eighth anniversary of this tragedy, it is warranted that we take a look at the charities that established 9/11 funds and how they are performing today.
	Charities Working to Prevent and Cure Breast Cancer There are more than 1,000 charities competing for donations to continue their efforts to promote awareness and to cure breast cancer. How is a donor supposed to distinguish between them all?
	Help Those Hurt by the Economic Slump The declining economy is taking a toll on many families who are finding it difficult or impossible to pay their bills and keep food on the table. Find out which charities offer programs to help those facing a financial crisis.
	Support Our Troops If you are compassionate about helping veterans, injured soldiers and their families, then consult our list of military-related charities before you write a check.