New York – The Children’s Aid Society is pleased to announce that it has received its tenth consecutive four-star rating from Charity Navigator, the nation’s largest independent charity evaluator.

The charity’s leadership states that the ranking has made a difference among donors in tough economic times.

“We are delighted that Charity Navigator has evaluated Children’s Aid and found it ‘exceptional.’ We know that donors rely on the Charity Navigator rankings to help them decide how to direct their donations,” said Children’s Aid President and CEO Richard R. Buery, Jr. “Charity Navigator provides assurance and guidance at an uncertain time.”

According to the evaluator’s web site, its “ratings provide clear, objective, and reliable assessments of the financial health of charities. By utilizing our ratings, givers can truly know how a charity's financial health compares with other charities throughout the country. Givers can be confident that in supporting those charities rated highly by Charity Navigator, they will be supporting organizations that are fiscally responsible and financially healthy.”

The Children’s Aid Society is an independent, not-for-profit organization established to serve the children of New York City. Our mission is to provide comprehensive support for children in need, from birth to young adulthood, and for their families, to fill the gaps between what children have and what they need to thrive. Founded in 1853, it is one of the nation’s largest and most innovative non-sectarian agencies, serving New York’s neediest children. Services are provided in community schools, neighborhood centers, health clinics and camps. For additional information, please call 212-949-4938, email mailto:ellenl@childrensaidsociety.org, or visit www.childrensaidsociety.org.

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