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class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-donor-transparency-policy\"><strong><strong>Donor transparency policy<\/strong><\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n<p>We are committed to transparency in every aspect of funding our organization.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Accepting financial support does not mean we endorse donors or their products, services or opinions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We accept gifts, grants and sponsorships from individuals, organizations and foundations to help with our general operations, coverage of specific topics and special projects. 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