Donate Anonymously to Charity (easy tips)
When giving to small charities, many are often unaware that they are losing money, by not giving people the opportunity to donate anonymously. This is not because people don’t care. But because there are hundreds of good causes, and often people like to give a little to different ones.
And get concerned that if they give once, they are going to bombarded by requests from lots of little charities, and then feel guilty because they can’t afford to give to all of them.
This is what happened to Olive, a kind widowed poppy seller in Bristol. Although she had depression anyway, she jumped off a bridge in her 80s. It was later found that she had given to big charities, who had sold her name to others. She was giving nearly all her income away, responding to hundreds of requests for donations.
Giving should be private anyway. Sign up with Charities Aid Foundation (or just tick the ‘anonymous box’ for one-off donations). Once registered, you can donate to who you like, and your details won’t be passed on. It also runs a bank account for small charities.
Supermarkets Asking You To Donate?
If you go to many supermarkets these days (including Booths), you’ll be asked to donate before you pay. Who knows who to? It could be a big charity that’s not well run or one that tests on animals.
Some criticise that the the amount being asked for by big companies and supermarkets, is likely not at the same ratio as they give, considering their billions in profits.
Please stop asking me to donate money to various causes, with every self check-out. I’m not the one making billions in profits, you are. If you feel the need to do good, how about you donate on my behalf? Unbelievable. (social media user)
But everyday actions can make just as much a difference. Large donations or grand gestures don’t have to be at the cornerstone of making a difference.
