[J1ceasar]

As you want a serious answer I will give you one I would like to start a local charity that helps out those in the Tri-County area that we live in that delivers more amounts of money for things that matter to people that have very little. Just last week I donated a baby stroller to her grandmother living by herself on social security you had no extra money. This week I am seeking donations for a special needs child for a large three-wheel bicycle. The problem with most charities here. Is there a concerned with the very big problems like hunger and living conditions which is all fine and good but there are a lot of people living day by day that just would like to be able to buy a Christmas gift at the end of the year for their kids or some new toothbrushes or a new shirt or sneakers for the kids to go to school

[asianthree]

Originally Posted by Stu from NYC

Some Cancer type charities are not really a charity they take most of the money they collect for expenses.

Not charities, but research, right now spending time with organization for men’s breast cancer. Drugs used today are the same as for females, which is hormone based. Research to find treatment that works mainly for male breast cancer, awareness, mammograms, post care, and rehab. 90% dollars is patient based.

[salpal]

I use my time, talent and treasure to assist "Forward Paths Foundation" in Leesburg. It is an organization that helps foster children who have turned 18 and aged out of Foster Care. Often they are just put on the streets. We assist with shelter and food, but more importantly teach them real world skills such as: how to fill out an application, how to open and balance a checkbook, etc. IF you would like to donate or volunteer, check their webpage: forwardpaths.org

[LG999]

St Jude
Salvation Army
Disabled American Vets
NYC Rescue Mission
Some animal shelters

[kenoc7]

Doctors Without Borders
Mennonite Central Committee

[Ginsanders]

100 percent goes to helping others is Samaritan's Purse and Billy Graham Rapid Response Chaplains

Salvation Army

[Happytails057@gmail.com]

I would donate to Best Friends Animal Society, the worlds largest. They took in Michael Vic’s pit bulls and rehabilitated them and placed them in homes. They are going to make the United States totally no -kill by 2025.

[G.R.I.T.S.]

Originally Posted by carol805

After a recent discussion, I became curious about donations to non-profits. Which one would you donate a chunk of money to? Family and friends do not count.

Local food pantries.

[GaryKoca]

I have always heard good things about the Salvation Army and St. Judes.

[stan the man]

Salvation Army -- Only

[jimkerr]

I donate to Street Grace in Atlanta. They do a lot of work to stop human trafficking, help those caught up in it and much more.

[Fore!]

Originally Posted by FromNY

Local animal rescues. These organizations survive on the generous support of the communities they are in.

I agree. I would add in such non profits as Community Helping Animals in Need. They help people in our local area who may need surgery, food, medicine, etc. for those who have pets, but have been put under some financial strain. They also help with emergency surgeries for animals hit by cars. Helping many of these people help them keep their pet at home versus putting them out in the street as strays. Our animal shelters are overwhelmed. I like to keep my money local and know that the officers (all volunteers), do not take any pay. All money goes to treatment and an occasional small amount for office expenses.

[Pedrocarrasco01@yahoo.com]

Originally Posted by carol805

After a recent discussion, I became curious about donations to non-profits. Which one would you donate a chunk of money to? Family and friends do not count.

Salvation Army has the most money going to those in need, $0.94 of every dollar goes to the needy. The worse is GOODWILL, only $0.06 goes to those in need and ASPCA only $0.06 goes to the animals.
St Jude is a good one although I have no idea how much goes to help those in need, but is a great charity

[kitbry3]

The Haven, a shelter for victims of Domestic Violence, in Leesburg

Cure- In Atlanta, provides research for Childhood Cancer and support for families with children dealing with a child diagnosed with cancer.

[bp243]

Originally Posted by carol805

After a recent discussion, I became curious about donations to non-profits. Which one would you donate a chunk of money to? Family and friends do not count.

Charity Navigator is a great resource to learn about any not-for-profit charity and how their money is spent.