I think your approach is very practical. This is a very worthy project and I’m sure those kids will benefit directly.
Lately, it seems that it’s almost impossible to get a donation to the end user. Everyone is using some kind of collection agency which keeps a large percentage of your money. I was told by a millionaire running an Amvets store that the law calls for him to donate 15% of his tax-free collections to the charity of his choice. This may have changed since it was some time ago, but I doubt that the basic premise is much different today.
I understand that these agencies drum up so much more money than a charity can do itself and, therefore, the bottom line is probably better but I strongly resent my money being split up that way.
I would give more if I thought I could reach the charity itself.
One of my favorite rants – sorry.
ntaus