9 Ways to Give Better

Going, Going, Given

Bid on just about anything—from a black Coach handbag to an original signed Elvis print—and give a portion of the proceeds to charity. Sites like eBay Giving Works (generally moderate) and Bidding for Good (generally higher-end) let you help out by buying at auction what you were going to buy anyway, at no extra cost, and experience the manic thrill of competing against e-strangers, dollar by dollar.