I’m glad that I’ve been corrected about the Salvation Army. They are better than the rest at serving people in need. For me personally, if I donate clothes it will be directly to people. If I donate to the Salvation Army, it will be cash.
In this day and age, skepticism isn’t a bad thing...just needs to be balanced with information.
I too am very weary and leery of any “charitable” organization pleading for my dollars.
Whatever method makes you the most comfortable is the best approach to take.