To a certain extent, I agree with cousin's point. When I volunteer time directly for a charity, I know that my services are going 100% to the cause. When I give money, there is always some doubt in my mind.

Find someone you trust enough to donate money.

I don't know about you, but there are very few people I trust on that point. I do give money to charity, but I'm a bit skeptical about it at the same time.