Mothers Against Drunk Driving Downgraded to 'D' Rating

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WASHINGTON – In a recent report released by The American Institute of Philanthropy (AIP), Mothers Against Drunk Driving (MADD) has been downgraded to a "D" rating.

"Under the leadership of CEO Chuck Hurley, MADD further diminished its focus on victim services and educating Americans about the dangers of drunk driving, instead pushing anti-drinking, anti-alcohol public policies," said American Beverage Institute (ABI) Managing Director Sarah Longwell. "The public needs to realize that MADD isn't the same group it was 20 years ago."

Poor fundraising and spending practices has landed MADD low ratings from the Charity Rating Guide in the past.

According to the AIP, MADD has spent nearly double the typical amount it should to raise funds. The AIP also says where most charities are able to spend 75 percent or more of total expenses on charitable programs, MADD has spent as little as 57 percent on programs some years.

Another charitable giving guide, Charity Navigator, gives MADD an overall rating of 1 out of 4 stars.