Posted by:
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Date: March 14, 2018 06:20PM
I agree with numbersRus that checking Charity Navigator is a good idea.
https://www.charitynavigator.org/Reputable charities will publish their financials. Then you can make an informed decision.
I do know that when you are contacted by phone to support your local police or firefighters, it is normally a hired organization that is making the calls. Very little of your donated funds will go to the first responders and their families -- as little as just a few percent. If you want to support first responders, donate to their allied organizations directly.