Charity Rating
Network of Strength Receives 4-star Rating
For the third year in a row, Breast Cancer Network of Strength has received Charity Navigator's highest 4-star rating, a testament to Network of Strength's effectiveness as a non-profit organization. This exceptional rating is proof of Network of Strength's accountability and transparency and shows we exceed industry standards and outperform most charities in our area. Receiving four out of a possible four stars indicates that Network of Strength excels, as compared to other charities in America, in successfully managing the finances of the organization in an efficient and effective manner.
Charity Navigator writes, “We are proud to announce Breast Cancer Network of Strength has earned our third consecutive 4-star rating for its ability to efficiently manage and grow its finances. Only 10% of the charities we’ve rated have received at least 3 consecutive 4-star evaluations, indicating that Breast Cancer Network of Strength outperforms most charities in America in its efforts to operate in the most fiscally responsible way possible.”
Charity Navigator is an independent charity evaluator that helps savvy donors make intelligent giving decisions by providing in-depth, objective ratings and analysis of the financial health of America's largest charities.
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Network of Strength Awarded by National Health Council
The National Health Council (NHC) awarded Network of Strength, a member of the NHC, for meeting all 41 standards of excellence in February 2006. The NHC adopted a set of good operating practices to ensure that voluntary health agency (VHA) members maintain the highest standards of organizational effectiveness and public stewardship.
The standards cover the areas of governance, personnel policies, programs, fundraising, finance, accounting and reporting, and evaluation. These standards are closely aligned with, but more extensive than, the Standards for Charitable Accountability adopted by the Better Business Bureau's Wise Giving Alliance (WGA).
Read the NHC's 41 Standards of Excellence