I have a goal to donate at least 10% of what I earn to charity. The form varies -- sometimes writing a check to an organization, sometimes handing out cash or '

I have a goal to donate at least 10% of what I earn to charity. The form varies -- sometimes writing a check to an organization, sometimes handing out cash or 'gifts' to the actual people who need them. I prefer to try and donate locally if possible. Yes, there are a lot of global opportunities to help, but I prefer trying to make a small difference where I live. I actually get a great deal of joy from giving money/stuff away.