You should find more effective charities. In the US at least they all have to file fairly detailed forms (Form 990) with the IRS that include the compensation o

You should find more effective charities. In the US at least they all have to file fairly detailed forms (Form 990) with the IRS that include the compensation of their executives as well as the major ways the charity spends its money. That can help you steer well clear of the 70%+ overhead charities.