Comments on: Have You Given Back Yet This Year?

By: Finch

Finch — Tue, 01 Sep 2009 22:21:48 +0000

Well said. Those of us who are successful at affiliate marketing make enough money sitting on our asses to be able to donate some of it to a better cause. No good having money and no sense of value.

By: MLDina

MLDina — Mon, 31 Aug 2009 22:42:17 +0000

I hadn’t heard that either. I’m sure private donations are generous, but there are some absolutely mandatory causes that shouldn’t be ignored by the government.

By: msdanielle

msdanielle — Sun, 30 Aug 2009 19:13:27 +0000

thanks dina, i think it’s up to the non-profits now, and also if they can squeeze federal money out of the govt. i read that they were expecting about 15-20% in cuts, but never 100%…

By: The Net Fool

The Net Fool — Sat, 29 Aug 2009 01:39:07 +0000

I’m all for helping others, but the governator is my homeboy. We’ve gotten into a world of hurt, and California has been absolutely slammed with real estate valuations dropping off the charts over the past few years. Money has to come from somewhere, as unfortunate as that may be.

Maybe if we cut subsidies to green energy? Hmmm

By: MLDina

MLDina — Tue, 25 Aug 2009 22:56:02 +0000

That’s absolutely terrible! Is there a general organization raising funds to make up for the difference?

On a related good cause note, the not-so-silent charity auction for AMGB and the Susan G. Komen foundation is another great cause (and has some great prizes). http://amgb.wordpress.com/2009/08/25/the-not-so-silent-silent-auction-benefiting-the-boobies/

So donate to both, yeah!

By: msdanielle

msdanielle — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 04:17:17 +0000

hey “S” thanks for sharing, i didn’t know you were so involved. next time let me know so i can help you organize! i know you told me about the beach clean up but i thought that was organized by your work? i’m also a member of kcrw and had listed NPR on the list but removed it; i didn’t think it fit in the post. so thanks for the mention. about 2-3 times a year i give my and my friend’s used clothing to my mom’s school, and a lot of the kids have nothing (hint hint, let me know if you have any old clothes. they need them for the boys). my mom has even bought her kids shoes from her own money. you’re right, just a small thing makes a big difference.

By: One Person

One Person — Wed, 19 Aug 2009 03:58:44 +0000

I have always been interested in helping people out whenever and however I can. I believe we all have an inherent nature to help one another especially those in need. I have donated money to my local public radio station (KCRW) and to Amnesty International along with other charities, but the most fulfilling way I have donated was by starting a clothing & toy drive at my work. You would be surprised at how many people are willing to help out. I was lucky to have a great H.R. rep. that was willing to send out bi-weekly emails and posted fliers for me. Within 2 months I had collected over $7500 worth of clothing and toys, which were all taken to the Los Angeles Mission (http://losangelesmission.org/) for their Christmas drive. I literally spent only 45 minutes a day organizing/collecting for this drive and I believe anyone can do this at their own office. Some companies will even sponsor you which is a win/win situation. Also, my brother is involved with local community organizations that build safe playgrounds for kids in low income areas. These are just a few of many ways to give back without spending your hard earned cash. It is easy to make a difference, all you have to do is be willing to give. Even a little means a lot… rings so true to those who have nothing.