Well somebody has to sponsor FC Barcelona.
Posted on 06/23/2013 8:27:23 PM PDT by ReformationFan
I always believed that giving to a good cause or helping victims of a disaster was a noble thing to do. I mean, “There but for the grace of God go I”, right? With the recent uncovering of scandals within the government, more and more investigators are digging to uncover other cases of fraud and mismanagement. Is nothing sacred anymore?
A recent investigation exposed by CNN, The Center for Investigative Reporting and the Tampa Bay Times have found that there are dozens and dozens of charities that basically do next to nothing for the causes they raise money for.
50 of the worst charities were looked at and it was concluded that they received 1 billion dollars over the last ten years, but the charities received only 50 million. Where did the money go? Well, the majority of the funds collected went to solicitors. These are the people who go out and raise the funds and collect the donations. This basically amounts to them raising money to pay themselves.
There are still many, many charities that actually distribute the majority of the monies collected to the intended recipients but these days it is wise to look before you open your wallet.
(Excerpt) Read more at finance.townhall.com ...
This happened to come out right at the time the other week I got my solicitation pledge envelope from Kids Wish Network after agreeing to some money.
I’m glad I could easily find info including WORST CHARITY pop up right away on google.
Last year got myself into the same situation with Breast Cancer Society. Stuck upstairs, no ID on that phone, should answer, they make me feel guilty and pledge just a small amount. THEN I researched. Refused to pay my pledges.
I flat out dont answer my landline phone live. Whoever calls can leave a message and i choose what to respond to or not.
This is almost like an instruction manual for a scam. I’m guessing none of these folks are in jail, right?
Wish, Cancer, Children, Police.
Think I'll start the "Wish to Cure Cancer in Children of Police" Foundation, set up shop in Old Town Alexandria VA, and ride the charity gravy train. For the children.
“Wish to Cure Cancer in Children of Police” Foundation
You’ve got it made. Who wouldn’t want to cure cancer in children of police?
the US Government! Makes all the ones on this list look like amateurs.
True. But that wasn’t voluntarily, contrary to what Senator Reid says:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R7mRSI8yWwg
Most charities don't get to Africa until 5 million is raised. They have to gather in the posh hotels eating the posh food discussing a plan of action, but that can`t be finalized in one meeting. So they schedule more meetings.
When the food\supplies arrives were it is most needed, there is an agreement with the war lords of the area. You take glossy photos of feeding the starving people, now put the cameras down and our military\rebels are taking all the food\supplies.
The false photos are then used to show your contribution really makes a difference during the next guilt drive.
Surprised that UNICEF is not on the worst of the worst list.
Well somebody has to sponsor FC Barcelona.
Yes but sometimes it’s important, in case someone needs me. I often forget about the call by time I get downstairs and don’t notice messages.
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