Along with the many good charities out there, there are some which are weak, including some well-known ones (CEOs with massive salaries, etc) and some that border on outright scams, keeping almost all of the money they get in for themselves. If you do a search on "worst charities" (or "charity ratings" or similar) it can be a real eye-opener.
A few sites dedicated to this that might help:
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A few sites dedicated to this that might help:
Charity Ratings and Donor Resources | Charity Navigator
Use Charity Navigator's ratings and resources to find and support highly rated charities that align with your passions and values. Whether you're looking to give toward international relief, the environment, animal welfare, or something else, we empower you to donate and volunteer with confidence.
www.charitynavigator.org
Charity Ratings | America's Most Independent, Assertive Charity Watchdog | CharityWatch
Donate with confidence. Get detailed information about your favorite charities. CharityWatch is America's most independent, assertive charity watchdog.
www.charitywatch.org
Choosing a Charity: Avoiding throwing good money after bad
Choosing a charity to support can be a daunting task. Maybe that's why only 34% of Americans do any research at all. Here are some tips to help you.
fundraisingcoach.com
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