I wrote tho Candid/Guidestar to have their explanation.
December 5, 2023
Dear Candid-Guidestar
I see that you awarded a "platinum transparency" 2023 to the Foundation for a Smoke Free World, that they proudly posted on the left corner of their website.
https://www.guidestar.org/profile/82-2800838
Can you detail the criteria you take into account to provide such a 'platinum' assessment.
I ask because I did not see anything out of what is legally required (ie sharing the 990 form) and only a very minimal information about the activities with no details about the results of the grants that still represent millions of dollars.
I am concerned this platinum award will keep this Foundation not sharing anything substantial about its activities.
Hoping to hear from you
Philippe Boucher