years ago when it was revealed just how much of each dollar ends up in the pockets of the wrong people. I now do my best to donate needed items, not money.

My daughter is a member of the Catholic Church. Looking at the church it must cost a fortune to maintain that building. It is a beautiful building but that kind of luxury is not needed to have a decent gathering place to work out of and to worship within. I won't give the church money. I do contribute to their food pantry with nonperishable food items. I will donate clothes when they have their clothing drive, toys for tots, etc. Those are good causes and those type of donations will go directly to helping those in need.