Am I being unfair?

Posted by: Goulah

15th May 2009 11:47pm

With most charity collectors getting paid a hefty "wage", where is the money really going? Which charities actually give all the money to the people they are collecting for?

pietam6

4th Nov 2011 12:03pm

Charity can be a loaded word. Yes, it is disappointing to learn these 'wide eyed kids' are not doing it for the love of it, but for money. Not made of money myself, there are a few important causes that I cannot pass up...Salvos, they are always first on the scene. The RCG Foundation and RSPCA for without those, children and animals are so dependent on those around to ensure a decent quality of life, and Karuna, the wonderful Buddhist nursing and spiritual centre for the dying and those looking after them. Feel it is always important to give back, it makes us who we are! Volunteering is also a marvellous way of giving back. I teach English to migrants and refugees, and always get far more than I put in. The people are so brave and humorous, and determined. It makes you, proud to be part of it. After a day in class, my cheeks ache from smiling and I leave on such a natural 'high'. I am one of hundreds of volunteers in this great country.

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