Be True to Donors

7. Disclose financial and governance information on a regular basis to donors and the general public. “An organization’s annual report, its tax filing and program activities should be accessible on the Web site, available to be mailed out, and on hand in case someone walks into the office and asks for this information,” Marenakos says. “Timely, consistent reporting to external stakeholders reinforces an organization’s accountability and promotes good stewardship.”