One charity that my wife and I donate to every year around the holidays is our local food bank. I love the holidays, especially getting together with my family, cooking a bunch of food and eating together. I know that many families are not blessed with the same level of resources that my family has, and that the need for people is especially acute around the holidays. I would encourage everyone to give to your local food bank if they are in a postion to do so. It is a great way to show appreciation for the blessings that have been given to you throughout the year.