WASHINGTON — With gift giving now a high priority during the holiday season, the National Credit Union Foundation confirmed last week it has won a new seal of approval as an accredited charity from the Better Business Bureau.

The designation, which was originally granted more than a year ago by a BBB affiliate, is being formally trumpeted now for 2008 contributions from investors and donor groups and represents "a symbol for trust and recognizes our commitment to strong accountability and ethical practice standards," said NCUF.

The BBB seal granted puts NCUF in the same ranks with such national charities as the AARP Foundation and a foundation unit of the American Medical Association, officials said.

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