Somehow this idea eluded me.... been thinking how to give back a little to the community in a consistent and affordable manner without being too much or taxing...
There is a misconception among some Muslims that if we give charity in Makkah/Madinah, then we will get higher reward than give charity in other places. But Ulama in my place say, it's not true.
So, it's better if we help poor near us first. Don't ever we help the poor in far place but neglect the poor who live near us.