Foundation Beyond Belief usually highlights five charitable organizations per quarter. Among other considerations, beneficiaries are chosen for efficiency, effectiveness, moderate size (annual budget under $10 million), compatibility with humanist focus on mutual care of this world and this life, and geographic diversity. All categories feature secular organizations with the exception of "Challenge the Gap," which gives members the option of supporting one progressive, non-proselytizing religious organization each quarter.

Usually you'll see five different charities as beneficiaries, but some quarters we feature a single, game-changing grant for one innovative organization. This grant is called the Compassionate Impact Grant (CIG). It's all part of our ongoing commitment to seeking out the best practices in philanthropy.