Many Charities = Bottomless Pits of Greed

It would probably be best to shop frugally, & then donate cash straight
to a local organization, where you can keep a better watch on exactly
where the money is going.

Also, it's a great comfort knowing that it won't be going, into the deep
pockets or benefit's pkg of the next celebrity CEO, that charities such
as Red Cross hire.

Susan, Su_Texas  my opinions

PS  I've heard that during WW2, the Red Cross was there with hot coffee,
but only for those soldiers who had the money to pay.