How do I give money to poor family individually, without going through an organization? US and Foreign.?

Question

I just hate thinking of my money going to an organization to fund it (even though I know they do a lot of good by themeselves) I want to know who Im giving my cash too, at least at some level, and be able to know how exactly my money improved their lives. I just believe if Im going to give up some of my wages, I should at least know the result from it. If anyone knows a way to go about this (Ive already considered local community) I would appreciate it.

Answer 1

Hello, I sympathize and fully understand your frustrations with charitable contributions. And I know you have considered local community already, but permit me to point out a few things.

1. In order to see and "believe" what your money was used for and in order for you to know, you need to be involved beyond the writing of the check if you will...

2. If you choose to give directly, it's difficult to write it off come tax time...if that's important to you.

3. The best way to make a difference in the world as a whole, we must take small steps and work to change our neighborhood first, then our community, then our city, and so on and so on.

I hope this gives you something to ponder and that you succeed in your endeavor. The world needs more people like you!