If moneys tight or youre living paycheck to paycheck, being philanthropic probably seems beyond your reach.

Here are six ways.

Many local social service agencies let volunteers work one-on-one with job seekers, helping themcraft resumesand apply for jobs.

Two volunteers pull cans of food out of a box.

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Do your kids have toys they havent played with in months or even years?

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Is your garage full of weekend warrior sporting gear that goes unused?

Clear out your closetsand pass along those items to people who will use them.

A number of different organizations repair and redistribute electronic items to people in need.

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Be sure to advertise that all proceeds will go to your chosen charity.

Youve probably heard ofAmazon Smile, which lets you choose an organization to support with your shopping.

Here are four more ways toshop for charity.

Guide StarandCharity Navigatorare great resources to consult about U.S. nonprofit organizations.

Similarly, most charities or nonprofit thrift stores wont want your ragged T-shirts or holey socks.

Many charitiesactually prefer cashso they can buy what they need.

Check with your tax professional to see if youre eligible for any of these deductions.

Kristen Pope is a contributor to The Penny Hoarder.

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