Description : Why are people so eager to jump on the opportunity to donate to Haiti, when before this disasterous event barely any money was going into other charities?
Last Answer : There is a lot of need all the time. I think that's the problem - people are so very used to the idea that there's need all the time that it becomes like static, or background ... to tsunami victims or Katrina victims or even those poor Amish families whose daughters were murdered? Highly unlikely.)
Description : If Tim didn't spend money on nonessential items, Joe's life could have been saved. Is Tim selfish?
Last Answer : answer:Um, no. Take into accound cultural and economic differences in different regions, and different things become the norm. If we went by your logic, you posed this question, so you used a ... well as time that could have been spent volunteering. You are a murderer, and a horrible person.
Description : I would like to donate some money to less fortunate people, where should I spend it?
Last Answer : United Way and UNICEF are my favorite charities to send cash to. They do amazing things and could always use some extra cash.
Description : If you had a windfall of $1,000 and you had to spend, not save it, what would you buy?
Last Answer : A star tracker, for astrophotography.
Description : Do you think it's possible the American Cancer Society would turn down a $250,000 donation because it's from a non-theist organization?
Last Answer : No. I think they would take money from the devil himself.
Description : Is one charity better than all the others for donating money for Japan?
Last Answer : answer:Just check with a site that authenticates charities (such as charitynavigator.org) before giving, because fake charities spring up overnight. You are best giving to an established charity like the American Red Cross.
Description : What's a good "gift that gives others" type gift?
Last Answer : Heifer is the kind of site you mean.
Description : Do better-off people have a moral obligation to end the suffering of others if it doesn't require similar suffering on their part?
Last Answer : I feel I have a moral obligation to do so. But that is based on my own moral code. I feel others have a moral obligation to do so, but only based on my moral code as well. I can’t make them do it.
Description : If you were super rich and you have $1,000,000 a day to spend, what would you spend it on?
Last Answer : I’d buy things that retain their value like property or maybe a football team or a railroad or two.
Description : 6. Assume that Potential Real GDP equals $10,000. National Income is therefore $10,000. Of this, consumers will pay $2,000 in taxes, save $1,000, and spend $7,000 on consumer goods. Business Investment ... . budget deficit of $1000 c. budget surplus of $1000 d. budget deficit of $2000 C C A A C
Last Answer : c. budget surplus of $1000
Description : How much money is given to churches and temples every year in the US?
Last Answer : How about finding a list of the hospitals that were started by religious organizations while you’re at it?
Description : What charity would you donate to if you had extra money?
Last Answer : Pet rescue groups.
Description : Why do homeless shelters require a form of ID to let someone have shelter there? Isn't that MEGA-unfair for anyone down-and-out who has had their wallets stolen?
Last Answer : Plus, government issued identification ain’t free. If you’re homeless, why would you be able to afford to buy an ID card…
Description : Have you ever done a Breast Cancer Walk or other walk for charity, and if so, how was it?
Last Answer : answer:I did one of the three-day walks a few years ago (approx. 60 miles in three days). Yes, there were hundreds of people, maybe thousands, who participated, and it was very exhilirating. It was ... . To complete such a task was very rewarding, and I felt a real connection to it. Good luck!
Description : There is no God. So what?
Last Answer : Well I like the fact there is a heaven. I will eventually see my parents and family. Kill God. No Heaven. No seeing my family again. It gives me hope and I like the fact that I have someone watching over me. ( Guardian angel) I choose to believe in him.
Description : Have you every donated clothing to a charity or resale shop? If so, what?
Last Answer : every few months, we clean the house and get all the old clothes and toys that we dont need and give it to a local charity that distributes things such as clothes, toiletries and toys. this ... the clothes to a close friend who just brought her 3 children and brother from the phillipines to canada.
Description : What altruistic act do you want to do, but don't have the ability to do it now?
Last Answer : If I can ever finally work just one job and have some regular free time, I’d like to volunteer at a children’s hospital.
Description : Can you help me come up with a bunch of small, but good deeds?
Last Answer : Hold the door for a stranger. Let the person behind you at the check out with less items go ahead.
Description : A promise lost, a lie undone, is relatively light wear. But what’s the cost, where is the fun, when dream becomes a nightmare?
Last Answer : Two road diverged in the wood, And I took the one less travelled by… Robert Frost could have mentioned that there are more opportunities to twist an ankle or become lost and the rougher path though it may be innovative and exciting…
Description : Do you know of any instances wherein a wealthy person gave everything to the poor while they were alive and kinda young?
Last Answer : answer:I remember seeing this guy on Huckabee one night. My idea is to have nothing left. Absolutely nothing, he told The Daily Telegraph. Money is counterproductive - it prevents happiness to come. It' ... true happiness, is what this guy is trying to get and I think he's doing the right thing.
Description : If you were Cara's parent, & saw the results of THIS on the cellphone bill, how would you respond & punish her?
Last Answer : I think I would be embarrassed that I had raised such a stupid kid.
Description : Using simple interestWhat amount produces a loan of $1,000 to 9 months, at 6% annual interest What is the interest I of the previous problem transaction (problem 1)?
Last Answer : Hey, if someone reads this, don't worry about it I already found the answer but thanks for worrying.
Description : Holt Company sells merchandise on account for $2,000 to Jones Company with credit terms of 2/10, n/30. Jones Company returns $400 of merchandise that was damaged, along with a check to settle the account within the discount ... the amount of the check? a. $1,960 b. $1,968 c. $1,600 d. $1,568
Last Answer : d. $1,568
Description : If you win a prize to donate to charity do you get it as a tax write off?
Last Answer : It would be a tax write-off . . . of itself. So net zero effect on taxes. Though if you ever “itemize” deductions, then it might make a difference in some arcane way.
Description : What is the best way to make use of the money I give to charity?
Last Answer : You might want to check the charity you plan on giving a donation here to make sure that they are legit. This site is linked with the Better Business Bureau to stay on top of legit charities. I ... the holidays. Then once I get to know them better, sometimes Santa makes a visit for the children.
Description : What is your opinion about those who post a fundraiser for their birthday on Facebook?
Last Answer : I understand the altruistic impulse but even though I use FB to connect with people, something about using FaceBook to raise money irks me. I feel this way about GoFundMe posts on FB too. It's not that I ... is in no way a criticism of those who do use these posts; it's just my personal feeling.
Description : If someone sets up a gofundme do they need to report the income?
Last Answer : Lots of details. Start here link Quick Sometimes.
Description : If you got the chance to be a real superhero for a day, which one would you be and what would you do with the time?
Last Answer : Wonder Woman. Go back to Amazon Island and hang out with the girls.
Description : Rat my colleague out, or not?
Last Answer : I would have to say something, perhaps anonymously. There are two kinds of people I can’t tolerate: One is a liar, one is a thief.
Description : Do taxes and charity fundamentally come from the same source?
Last Answer : The WPA and the CCC created a lot of meaningful jobs during the Depression. Government funding for infrastructure can create good jobs. Taxes and charity do not come from the same source. Why would you think that?
Description : Are there any mental or physical illnesses that can be caused or made worse with winning big on the lotto?
Last Answer : You can have these without having a lot of money as well so why not have the money instead? Spending too much money on lotto hoping that you’ll win jackpot won’t be a good idea though!!
Description : What are your thoughts and feelings about John Oliver forgiving $15 million dollars of medical debt?
Last Answer : Interesting way to demonstrate the back door intricacies of debt problems in the US. I am curious if his forgiveness of the debts will contribute to s a small restoration of their credit.
Description : Could a belief in God somehow drain some of the good in the world?
Last Answer : Nope, it expands the possibility of kindness. While I don't ascribe gifts from others to God bestowing things upon me directly, I do see it as part of the Divine working through people, and ... limited supply; it is multiplicative, and the more kindness that gets out there, the more it spreads.
Description : How do I reconcile wedding costs with my desire to help the world?
Last Answer : There is not a thing wrong with thinking about yourself occasionally, especially on your wedding day. It sounds like you are already doing what you can to make the world a better place. You will ... of thoughtfulness toward others is far better. Anyway, congratulations ...and have a nice wedding ..
Description : Who do I ask that the Red Deer hospital to purchase a gurny for tall people, and have other accommodations for tall people?
Last Answer : You could start with asking your social worker about it.
Description : Is it classless to raise money for a charity that benefits you?
Last Answer : answer:So you're a Crohn's sufferer and you're asking about the ethics of raising money to research Crohn's disease. Totally OK. It's a real disease, with real consequences that affect people. (I ... Is it OK to give money to Planned Parenthood and still be a patient at their clinics? Of course.
Description : How do I donate to PBS Edmonton?
Last Answer : KSPS Click on Support KSPS
Description : What is your favourite charity organisation and why?
Last Answer : http://www.heifer.org/
Description : Are there laws governing what percentage of donations must go to the cause?
Last Answer : answer:It's probably something that is in the information from IRS. Another related issue is how much is not OK for the CEO and others to make. I think of the Girl Scouts, who, if ... makes almost half a mil a year. http://www.charitynavigator.org/index.cfm?bay=search.summary&orgid=6551#.VrdQ_vkrLIU
Description : Do you think we should get a tax break for donating to our friends or family in need?
Last Answer : answer:Interesting question. My first reaction is that if you can't afford to just do it, then don't. Obviously, the people you knew could afford to give that away, of they wouldn't have. What ... It would be incentive to charity with the deduction helping offset the loss you'd take not trading in.
Description : Are you participating in #GivingTuesday, 2015?
Last Answer : My local animal shelter has a fund for feral cat trap/spay/neuter/release. I have been meaning to bring a check to them. I’m not big on putting my financial information on sites as I’m leery of sites getting hacked – I’m more likely to bring or mail a check to a place.
Description : What should not be donated to the food bank?
Last Answer : Different food banks have different rules. Ours does not allow any past their sell-by date or dented cans. I think candy in fresh condition would be ok although I’ve never seen it. You should check with the rules for yours.
Description : Can someone help me find a specific charity website?
Last Answer : answer:Kiva has local options. I add to my account yearly and keep the loaned money maxed out.
Description : How much do you carry?
Last Answer : $20 max. I am a horrible gambler and I don’t enjoy it.
Description : Do you give more when you check out or choose a SlimJim instead?
Last Answer : answer:Practically never donate. If anything, I’ll put my change in the ‘need a penny/take a penny’ jar hat a lot of stores have. I’m just dubious that any charity money actually ends up with he charity.
Description : Would you be willing to help a Syrian family re-settle in your locality if your aid was non-financial?
Last Answer : I'd love to help someone in need but I, myself, am in need these last few years after decades of solvency and contentment. Besides, as much as I'd love to be benefactor to a family torn asunder ... are much better places they could find refuge than the land of the greed and the home of the slave.
Description : Do you notice people including yourself are becoming more or less charitable these days?
Last Answer : I've noticed nothing of the sort! What I have noticed is the increasing urgency as well as frequency of those who either volunteer or feel themselves forced to the begging profession. As ... from experience that those so inclined to charitable endeavors do so a quietly and anonymously as possible.
Description : Why would 'Box Tops for Education' have an expiration date, and how would General Mills cull out the expired coupons?
Last Answer : I have had experience with them. And I too wondered why the expiration dates, as well as why the time allowed is so short. When you consider the time the product is on the store ... manufactured is statistically significant. There will of course be a few dedicated fanatics obsessed with the things.
Description : Is there a place to donate winter coats for children?
Last Answer : The Salvation Army might be a better place than Goodwill. I know here in Chicago Goodwill is more of a place where anyone shops for a deal. The Salvation Army tends to be people who are who more ... call the Salvation Army and explain your situation, they may be able to help in the way you wish.
Description : What do you think about this video of a homeless person?
Last Answer : Err, where’s the chuffing vid? :D