Now that the season of giving is upon us, tips on giving to charities can be helpful. Here are six ways to donate to charity without spending more money than you are giving already: Develop a plan. Rather than giving random donations throughout the year, it is better to find out where the money is going and ensure that the charity is important to you. That way it reflects your values and you can become a more informed and more effective giver. Give of yourself — literally. Blood or organ donations act as generous ways to give that pose no …