
Supporting your favorite charity is a gift of love, whether you're motivated by the season or thinking you might do this instead of wasting money on wedding favors. But before you do, make sure your charity is using your money well. YOu want to check every one of them out, from the big national causes to the local non profits in your area (though local charities are usualy less top heavy with expenses. This is really easy, thanks to Charity Navigator The site rates all kinds of causes, and you can find out if your money is going to the actual projects or to expenses. It's a great way to make sure your dollars work their hardest, wedding favor or not!