Contributions
When considering charities... do check the finances, as some NPs are more lifestyle vehicles for the directors than do-good orgs. A lot of phone-based fundraisers keep most of the contributions. In US, 501(c)(3) non-profits must file Form 990 showing finances, and these aren't difficult to dig up on the webs. When directors are getting a few hundred $k, a question or two are begged...