American Civil Liberties Union: A Non-Profit Organization

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American Civil Liberties Union is a non-profit organization which it is able to function and provide justice for all, through the contributions they get from the donors, raised funds and volunteers. Most of the times when someone donates money is often assumed that are donating because they’re moved by the needs of others and want to help. Which is a common misconception, instead people might choose to support a cause that really mean to them rather than helping groups that met the most vital needs. ACLU does a good job telling their story and what they aim for, which it calls attention to prospective donors who might be willing to donate their money to a specific and concise cause instead of other institutions like Interfaith. Holding fundraisers

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