Over the past week, I have received umpteen e-mails asking for money today which is Giving Tuesday. Most of these organizations are reputable and deserve support. Over the course of a year, I donate to several organizations including radio stations, medical research associations, cultural institutions, and universities. I also donate to groups supporting the help required after natural disasters. Once I have made a donation to an organization, I am constantly bombarded by email and snail mail asking for more money. Charitable organizations should lower their overhead by refraining from sending requests for donations via postal mail.
Today I donated to the Coalition for the Homeless. I am saddened when I see homeless people sleeping on the street. If I gave money to a single person I don't if that person will use it to buy food, liquor, or illicit drugs. I know that the money given to an organization will be spent wisely.
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