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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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I hate it I believe charity' begins at home
And would rather give my cash to s local group like a good bank. All the celebrities they have could donate money they all make more than us
What are your thoughts
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By *naqMan
over a year ago
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It's been pretty well documented that huge portions of that money never makes it to where it's needed not to mention big Jimmy Saville's involvement for years it's seiously corrupt and has been for as long as i can remember :/ |
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O don't use it as a vehicle for my charitable donations but many do ! And i applaud them for that. I support locally generally but it's essential that we don't ignore the wider world that we are within. Children deserve our love and support |
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"I hate it I believe charity' begins at home
And would rather give my cash to s local group like a good bank. All the celebrities they have could donate money they all make more than us
What are your thoughts
Mrsc"
Where does it end? You no doubt make more money than many other people who have no job, or are homeless. Does that mean you should automatically give a portion of your money to charity too?
A lot of the money donated doesn’t even go to those in need, which I don’t agree with.
However stating celebrities should donate because they earn more is just ridiculous. |
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"I hate it I believe charity' begins at home
And would rather give my cash to s local group like a good bank. All the celebrities they have could donate money they all make more than us
What are your thoughts
Mrsc"
Same as I've got older you really do notice were most the money gone |
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"I hate it I believe charity' begins at home
And would rather give my cash to s local group like a good bank. All the celebrities they have could donate money they all make more than us
What are your thoughts
Mrsc
Where does it end? You no doubt make more money than many other people who have no job, or are homeless. Does that mean you should automatically give a portion of your money to charity too?
A lot of the money donated doesn’t even go to those in need, which I don’t agree with.
However stating celebrities should donate because they earn more is just ridiculous. "
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"I hate it I believe charity' begins at home
And would rather give my cash to s local group like a good bank. All the celebrities they have could donate money they all make more than us
What are your thoughts
Mrsc
Where does it end? You no doubt make more money than many other people who have no job, or are homeless. Does that mean you should automatically give a portion of your money to charity too?
A lot of the money donated doesn’t even go to those in need, which I don’t agree with.
However stating celebrities should donate because they earn more is just ridiculous. "
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I am very sceptical about children in need. My mate travel to south Africa a few years ago and he was sharing the same hotel as some of the celebrities who were involved in the children need visiting poor communities.
My mate shared the Jacuzzi on top of the hotel roof, where some of the celebrities were drinking champagne and talking about the benefits of their careers by doing children in need. Since that day i never gave a penny to children in need again.
I agree with the previous comments, the celebrities have have enough money to stabilise some countries, particularly bono. |
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"I hate it I believe charity' begins at home
And would rather give my cash to s local group like a good bank. All the celebrities they have could donate money they all make more than us
What are your thoughts
Mrsc"
Do that then. No one says you have to give to children in need, who incidental do give to a lot of charities in this country.
I hate the notion that celebrities are the saviours of everything. They have no more expectation to give than you do do just because they have more money than you. They will not solve all The ills of the world.
I bet if you had more disposable income than me and i told you to give it all away you'd tell me where to go! |
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"Im happy to give to it. All children are important."
We're all important, children, vulnerable adults, mental health, learning disabilities, poverty and homelessness. Its not a rant at you, but dont get suckered into the children thing. |
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"I hate it I believe charity' begins at home
And would rather give my cash to s local group like a good bank. All the celebrities they have could donate money they all make more than us
What are your thoughts
Mrsc
Do that then. No one says you have to give to children in need, who incidental do give to a lot of charities in this country.
I hate the notion that celebrities are the saviours of everything. They have no more expectation to give than you do do just because they have more money than you. They will not solve all The ills of the world.
I bet if you had more disposable income than me and i told you to give it all away you'd tell me where to go! "
Well said. |
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By (user no longer on site) OP
over a year ago
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Actually no I'm not im on benefits so living on Cooper's really. Dont tell me to get a job coz believe me i have tried. I donate to local charity at least once a week. Either unwanted items or an item or 2 in the local food Bank |
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"Actually no I'm not im on benefits so living on Cooper's really. Dont tell me to get a job coz believe me i have tried. I donate to local charity at least once a week. Either unwanted items or an item or 2 in the local food Bank"
I would never dream of telling anyone to get a job, I don't know their situation. You will not I said 'if' so it's a hypothetical question, yes?
It's great that you give to charity... I'm sure you will go to heaven but I still don't believe that those who earn more, either through hard work or luck, have an expectation to give all their money away to charity. Of course they give quite a bit as it's good god tax reasons  |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"I hate it I believe charity' begins at home
And would rather give my cash to s local group like a good bank. All the celebrities they have could donate money they all make more than us
What are your thoughts
Mrsc
Do that then. No one says you have to give to children in need, who incidental do give to a lot of charities in this country.
I hate the notion that celebrities are the saviours of everything. They have no more expectation to give than you do do just because they have more money than you. They will not solve all The ills of the world.
I bet if you had more disposable income than me and i told you to give it all away you'd tell me where to go! "
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Children in Need is often one of the first times a child is exposed to charity drives, the reasons charity exists and that feeling of accomplishment you get from setting yourself a challenge and smashing it. My daughter has raised a lot of money over the years and it has given her a personal sense of pride. That cannot be a bad thing. |
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"Im happy to give to it. All children are important.
We're all important, children, vulnerable adults, mental health, learning disabilities, poverty and homelessness. Its not a rant at you, but dont get suckered into the children thing. "
Im not suckered into anything. I happen to chose to give to CIN. Children are important. You give to what you chose and il give to what i chose. |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"I hate it I believe charity' begins at home
And would rather give my cash to s local group like a good bank. All the celebrities they have could donate money they all make more than us
What are your thoughts
Mrsc"
If they just donated their money there would be no fundraising evenings so they give their time instead doing what they do best..
Its just the equivalent of you or me going out and rattling a collection bucket for your local charity on a saturday morning on the high street..
If you don't like it don't watch it or contribute..
It's really that simple  |
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"Im happy to give to it. All children are important.
We're all important, children, vulnerable adults, mental health, learning disabilities, poverty and homelessness. Its not a rant at you, but dont get suckered into the children thing. "
It's not about the 'children thing' as you put in. CIN tackle a lot of what you have stated which has a ripple effect to the whole of the family. You only have to watch a few of the stories to see how giving a disabled child a better wheelchair for example has a massive positive impact on the family as a whole. They no longer have to scrimp and save to buy one themselves, meaning more of their money can go on the family as a whole. |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"I hate it I believe charity' begins at home
And would rather give my cash to s local group like a good bank. All the celebrities they have could donate money they all make more than us
What are your thoughts
Mrsc"
My thoughts are that it's your opinion. But if everyone felt as you did there would be a lot more suffering and children without facilities or infrastructure to help them. It might not be a perfect way to make money for a cause but it does more good than harm |
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I love a national fundraiser like this because it reminds me that in a world full of shit we see a fantastically benevolent nation. The amount raised each year across the big events (cin, comic relief, sport relief, stand up to Cancer etc) is amazing. No matter how much you give it all makes a difference and there are a lot of grateful people out there as a result. |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"I love a national fundraiser like this because it reminds me that in a world full of shit we see a fantastically benevolent nation. The amount raised each year across the big events (cin, comic relief, sport relief, stand up to Cancer etc) is amazing. No matter how much you give it all makes a difference and there are a lot of grateful people out there as a result. "
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Fundraising is fundraising now matter which form it comes in, it is without doubt that there will forever be causes that will benefit, giving it a platform as big as children in need have in my eyes is awesome
Oh and we have lots of local charities that have done amazing things with money donated to them form children in need, in fact I was only listening to a girl on the radio this morning who’s life had been changed by the help from a local charity that is funded by children in need, it was very humbling, Mrs blue eyes |
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By *rygveMan
over a year ago
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After seeing how much money was wasted by charities in West Africa I no longer give cash donations. If I get asked to sponsor someone I’ll put a suitable amount of food in the local food bank. |
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"After seeing how much money was wasted by charities in West Africa I no longer give cash donations. If I get asked to sponsor someone I’ll put a suitable amount of food in the local food bank. "
Exactly this ..... there must be a lot of fiddling going on ...
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We had a presumably homeless guy start to appear each evening in the summer.
Him and his dog sat on a blanket in the doorway of a shop....
Passers by gave him bottled water and a bowl for his dog.
Tins of dog food and sandwiches given to them .
Not sure what happened to him ....charity does begin at home . |
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"I hate it I believe charity' begins at home
And would rather give my cash to s local group like a good bank. All the celebrities they have could donate money they all make more than us
What are your thoughts
Mrsc"
I thought CIN was a U.K. charity so does ‘begin at home’.
What makes you think celebrities don’t donate anything? You might go around telling anyone who’ll listen how much you donate to charity, but don’t assume everyone does that.
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"It's been pretty well documented that huge portions of that money never makes it to where it's needed not to mention big Jimmy Saville's involvement for years it's seiously corrupt and has been for as long as i can remember :/"
Source? |
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Both of my youngest children go to activity clubs for kids with additional needs, which are supported by Children in Need.
I'm a trustee in both groups plus involved with several other small local charities that support disabled children.
Without funding from CIN none of these Clubs could carry on.
We don't get any funding from local authorities, all money is raised through donations & events we put on.
They provide desperately needed support for families in this area, without which I know I wouldn't have coped when my kids were younger.
I am spending today dressed as a big yellow bear, I've even worn the onesie to the gym.
Every penny I raise today is IMO going to an incredibly worthwhile cause. |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"Both of my youngest children go to activity clubs for kids with additional needs, which are supported by Children in Need.
I'm a trustee in both groups plus involved with several other small local charities that support disabled children.
Without funding from CIN none of these Clubs could carry on.
We don't get any funding from local authorities, all money is raised through donations & events we put on.
They provide desperately needed support for families in this area, without which I know I wouldn't have coped when my kids were younger.
I am spending today dressed as a big yellow bear, I've even worn the onesie to the gym.
Every penny I raise today is IMO going to an incredibly worthwhile cause. "
I think that is amazing fair play to you.  the causes they help really transform lives x |
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Was it reported that a well known CIN presenter, sadly deceased, was being paid to present while the rest gave there time voluntarily. If it were true then a bit shabby in my opinion. But everyone's right to donate to their chosen cause. |
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By (user no longer on site)
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"It's been pretty well documented that huge portions of that money never makes it to where it's needed not to mention big Jimmy Saville's involvement for years it's seiously corrupt and has been for as long as i can remember :/"
Don't worry - Savile's victims are still receiving payouts from the BBC courtesy of our enforced licence fees |
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By (user no longer on site)
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Ive already donated and probably will again tonight .
Ive seen at first hand the support CIN has given to some local children's charities here .
Yes they have a big investment portfolio, over 80million.this is used to continue to support various projects .
Wear your ears with pride
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By (user no longer on site)
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"Both of my youngest children go to activity clubs for kids with additional needs, which are supported by Children in Need.
I'm a trustee in both groups plus involved with several other small local charities that support disabled children.
Without funding from CIN none of these Clubs could carry on.
We don't get any funding from local authorities, all money is raised through donations & events we put on.
They provide desperately needed support for families in this area, without which I know I wouldn't have coped when my kids were younger.
I am spending today dressed as a big yellow bear, I've even worn the onesie to the gym.
Every penny I raise today is IMO going to an incredibly worthwhile cause. "
Agree. Same here. It’s a fact that these things give so much help and support to special needs children. My child wouldn’t be where they are now without some of the things children in need have supported. I for one will continue to support it in any way I can.  |
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By *aro7Man
over a year ago
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I donate my loose change to local charities at the petrol station when I fill up which is 5days a week, I also donate to charities that are close to my heart, who have helped family members, also I will donate to these charities in my will, as for large global charities, No. |
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"Was it reported that a well known CIN presenter, sadly deceased, was being paid to present while the rest gave there time voluntarily. If it were true then a bit shabby in my opinion. But everyone's right to donate to their chosen cause. "
Terry Wogan? IIRC it all happened without his knowledge through his agent or something. And when he found out he donated it all. |
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Yeah Bono/bog geldof attitude. It's better to line the pockets of corrupt people and a child get a penny, than the child get nothing.
That is their official stance on the matter.
I personally think its a gigantic waste of money. |
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By *ngelina4uWoman
over a year ago
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"Yeah Bono/bog geldof attitude. It's better to line the pockets of corrupt people and a child get a penny, than the child get nothing.
That is their official stance on the matter.
I personally think its a gigantic waste of money. "
No you are just tight Ebenezer.  |
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"I do donate to children in need . At the end of the day children are children whether they are local or not . "
Very good point ,,,,, and more importantly they are innocent and usually have no control over the plight they may find themselves in . |
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Reading some of the comments on here makes me sad so I’m not going to look at this thread again. All I can say is those who don’t have special needs children you honestly have no idea. Perhaps 15 years ago I was one of those people who thought the same. Until you go through it you don’t see the good that comes out of these things. I wouldn’t change my child for the world now but it’s damn hard and literally takes everything you’ve got in you sometimes but you have to deal with it as there is no choice. Be thankful for what you’ve got and enjoy life and if you don’t want to support it then don’t but don’t come up with ridiculous crap about the money not helping children because it does. |
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I once worked for a big corporate company and it "donated" millions to childen and need and other charitable causes and the cost to them was "zero"yes zero . Its either pay it to the taxman or donate same money to charity plus you get aload of free publicity making you look good in the eyes of the public |
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"Reading some of the comments on here makes me sad so I’m not going to look at this thread again. All I can say is those who don’t have special needs children you honestly have no idea. Perhaps 15 years ago I was one of those people who thought the same. Until you go through it you don’t see the good that comes out of these things. I wouldn’t change my child for the world now but it’s damn hard and literally takes everything you’ve got in you sometimes but you have to deal with it as there is no choice. Be thankful for what you’ve got and enjoy life and if you don’t want to support it then don’t but don’t come up with ridiculous crap about the money not helping children because it does. "
I give anyway, and have always have, regardless of the fact my child has disabilities and its something I have always done, even before I had him. Where I live, support from local authorities has been a long time in coming so charities that are supported by CIN are invaluable and for that reason I will always continue to give. |
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"Yeah Bono/bog geldof attitude. It's better to line the pockets of corrupt people and a child get a penny, than the child get nothing.
That is their official stance on the matter.
I personally think its a gigantic waste of money. "
Do you do anything instead? |
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By (user no longer on site)
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I think they should just shut down the BBC for a day and give all money saved to CIN.
Amongst others, I give to the NSPCC. I think their distribution and usage of the money is better than CIN. |
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I think CIN does a very good job in raising awareness and puts life in perspective in that there are not just children, but their families also who have had a bloody awful hand of cards dealt which they have to play with for life. I donate direct to a local Children's Hospice who do fantastic work and give families the support they need including respite care.
We are all 'busy people' so CIN gives us a nudge to consider those less fortunate than us for one full night a year, small price to pay I reckon ... just a thought |
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"Reading some of the comments on here makes me sad so I’m not going to look at this thread again. All I can say is those who don’t have special needs children you honestly have no idea. Perhaps 15 years ago I was one of those people who thought the same. Until you go through it you don’t see the good that comes out of these things. I wouldn’t change my child for the world now but it’s damn hard and literally takes everything you’ve got in you sometimes but you have to deal with it as there is no choice. Be thankful for what you’ve got and enjoy life and if you don’t want to support it then don’t but don’t come up with ridiculous crap about the money not helping children because it does. "
You just made my cry! XxX |
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"Reading some of the comments on here makes me sad so I’m not going to look at this thread again. All I can say is those who don’t have special needs children you honestly have no idea. Perhaps 15 years ago I was one of those people who thought the same. Until you go through it you don’t see the good that comes out of these things. I wouldn’t change my child for the world now but it’s damn hard and literally takes everything you’ve got in you sometimes but you have to deal with it as there is no choice. Be thankful for what you’ve got and enjoy life and if you don’t want to support it then don’t but don’t come up with ridiculous crap about the money not helping children because it does.
You just made my cry! XxX"
Aw sorry. To be fair I was sobbing typing it. Pair of nutters aren’t we! |
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"Reading some of the comments on here makes me sad so I’m not going to look at this thread again. All I can say is those who don’t have special needs children you honestly have no idea. Perhaps 15 years ago I was one of those people who thought the same. Until you go through it you don’t see the good that comes out of these things. I wouldn’t change my child for the world now but it’s damn hard and literally takes everything you’ve got in you sometimes but you have to deal with it as there is no choice. Be thankful for what you’ve got and enjoy life and if you don’t want to support it then don’t but don’t come up with ridiculous crap about the money not helping children because it does.
You just made my cry! XxX
Aw sorry. To be fair I was sobbing typing it. Pair of nutters aren’t we! "
That's three then but with good reason - cyber hugs to both of you |
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"I think they should just shut down the BBC for a day and give all money saved to CIN.
Amongst others, I give to the NSPCC. I think their distribution and usage of the money is better than CIN."
Yeah, because if you shut down the BBC for a day, there would magically be 1/365th of the BBC’s budget just sitting around. |
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"Reading some of the comments on here makes me sad so I’m not going to look at this thread again. All I can say is those who don’t have special needs children you honestly have no idea. Perhaps 15 years ago I was one of those people who thought the same. Until you go through it you don’t see the good that comes out of these things. I wouldn’t change my child for the world now but it’s damn hard and literally takes everything you’ve got in you sometimes but you have to deal with it as there is no choice. Be thankful for what you’ve got and enjoy life and if you don’t want to support it then don’t but don’t come up with ridiculous crap about the money not helping children because it does.
You just made my cry! XxX
Aw sorry. To be fair I was sobbing typing it. Pair of nutters aren’t we!
That's three then but with good reason - cyber hugs to both of you"
Don't be sorry.
And Hugs all round.
I'm currently waiting for Pudsy to dry after getting sweaty in the gym, then I'm off to be the best beer pouring bear in Sussex xx |
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"Reading some of the comments on here makes me sad so I’m not going to look at this thread again. All I can say is those who don’t have special needs children you honestly have no idea. Perhaps 15 years ago I was one of those people who thought the same. Until you go through it you don’t see the good that comes out of these things. I wouldn’t change my child for the world now but it’s damn hard and literally takes everything you’ve got in you sometimes but you have to deal with it as there is no choice. Be thankful for what you’ve got and enjoy life and if you don’t want to support it then don’t but don’t come up with ridiculous crap about the money not helping children because it does.
You just made my cry! XxX
Aw sorry. To be fair I was sobbing typing it. Pair of nutters aren’t we!
That's three then but with good reason - cyber hugs to both of you
Don't be sorry.
And Hugs all round.
I'm currently waiting for Pudsy to dry after getting sweaty in the gym, then I'm off to be the best beer pouring bear in Sussex xx"
Good for you! Have you posted a pic on the girls group? I’ll have to check! It’s on my other phone. |
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"Reading some of the comments on here makes me sad so I’m not going to look at this thread again. All I can say is those who don’t have special needs children you honestly have no idea. Perhaps 15 years ago I was one of those people who thought the same. Until you go through it you don’t see the good that comes out of these things. I wouldn’t change my child for the world now but it’s damn hard and literally takes everything you’ve got in you sometimes but you have to deal with it as there is no choice. Be thankful for what you’ve got and enjoy life and if you don’t want to support it then don’t but don’t come up with ridiculous crap about the money not helping children because it does. "
Well said , as I said I've donated already .
I watched those amazing young people on the rickshaw challenge . They are an inspiration.
Harry has made me smile and cry .
If you don't want to donate , that's up to you .
As for me I shall give again tonight .
Our children are our future. despite what you read in the media the youth of today are more involved , more concerned about the environment and care more about people .they are amazing .
The day We stop caring about children is the day I leave the planet .
Open your hearts and invest in all our futures
For the cynical amongst you , Remeber this
When you have retired and are unable to look after yourself , the youth of the day will be wipping your arse so give now and get soft loo roll |
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"Reading some of the comments on here makes me sad so I’m not going to look at this thread again. All I can say is those who don’t have special needs children you honestly have no idea. Perhaps 15 years ago I was one of those people who thought the same. Until you go through it you don’t see the good that comes out of these things. I wouldn’t change my child for the world now but it’s damn hard and literally takes everything you’ve got in you sometimes but you have to deal with it as there is no choice. Be thankful for what you’ve got and enjoy life and if you don’t want to support it then don’t but don’t come up with ridiculous crap about the money not helping children because it does.
You just made my cry! XxX
Aw sorry. To be fair I was sobbing typing it. Pair of nutters aren’t we!
That's three then but with good reason - cyber hugs to both of you
Don't be sorry.
And Hugs all round.
I'm currently waiting for Pudsy to dry after getting sweaty in the gym, then I'm off to be the best beer pouring bear in Sussex xx
Good for you! Have you posted a pic on the girls group? I’ll have to check! It’s on my other phone. "
I put one on, taken in the gym changing room earlier.
I'll add another when I get to the bar later xx
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I give to local charities and British Legion. I also fund towards the Air Ambulance in our local area.
I switch off CE and R2 as I can't stand the ego and the whole way it's done.
It's local and my friends first. |
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"I think they should just shut down the BBC for a day and give all money saved to CIN.
Amongst others, I give to the NSPCC. I think their distribution and usage of the money is better than CIN.
Yeah, because if you shut down the BBC for a day, there would magically be 1/365th of the BBC’s budget just sitting around. "
Well, aren't you a joy? It was tongue in cheek, but thanks for the rolling eyes thingy |
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"I hate it I believe charity' begins at home
And would rather give my cash to s local group like a good bank. All the celebrities they have could donate money they all make more than us
What are your thoughts
Mrsc"
I've read EVERY post in the thread O.P. and I agree with some of what you say.
It's a pity you haven't been able to put your point without some posters showing their inability to put their point of view across without weaponising your opinions against you.
What I give, to who , when and how much is of no consequence to anyone but me and those in receipt.
Although I agree that the rich, what ever their source of income, could out charity any CIN result , they shouldn't have to.
I don't approve of CHARITY full stop. Not in this country or any other in THIS century.
Governments have enough to help the world, to feed the world and cure the world. They just WONT.
So the hype is needed to make Joe Public do it and be glad to do it and give others a weapon to make you feel guilty if you don't.
Like I said at the outset. What I give and who I give it to is my business.
Charity..... ffs...... disgrace.
C.I.N programmes make my fanny turn inside out too. |
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"I hate it I believe charity' begins at home
And would rather give my cash to s local group like a good bank. All the celebrities they have could donate money they all make more than us
What are your thoughts
Mrsc"
Agreed, and don't get me started on Comic Relief! That properly boils my piss. |
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"I hate it I believe charity' begins at home
And would rather give my cash to s local group like a good bank. All the celebrities they have could donate money they all make more than us
What are your thoughts
Mrsc
I've read EVERY post in the thread O.P. and I agree with some of what you say.
It's a pity you haven't been able to put your point without some posters showing their inability to put their point of view across without weaponising your opinions against you.
What I give, to who , when and how much is of no consequence to anyone but me and those in receipt.
Although I agree that the rich, what ever their source of income, could out charity any CIN result , they shouldn't have to.
I don't approve of CHARITY full stop. Not in this country or any other in THIS century.
Governments have enough to help the world, to feed the world and cure the world. They just WONT.
So the hype is needed to make Joe Public do it and be glad to do it and give others a weapon to make you feel guilty if you don't.
Like I said at the outset. What I give and who I give it to is my business.
Charity..... ffs...... disgrace.
C.I.N programmes make my fanny turn inside out too. "
In an ideal world then, yes there would be no need for charity. Unfortunately we live in the world we have so a bit of help does no harm. |
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By *htcMan
over a year ago
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No thanks, if the money isnt spent here i dont give a penny(exception is any animal charity worldwide), all these wateraid and all that, is there countrys problem not ours.
truth is i care more about animals than humans. if a choice of several always animal. |
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By *HaRiFMan
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Well Children in need predominantly use the money they raise on projects who are working with disadvantaged children across the UK. Whether someone choose's to give to it or not is down to them but I can't see how you can begrudge giving to something like that to be honest. |
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My son has benefitted from groups who receive contributions from CIN and they have helped a lot of local support groups over the years. They have links to the groups they support on the official website. |
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"Yeah Bono/bog geldof attitude. It's better to line the pockets of corrupt people and a child get a penny, than the child get nothing.
That is their official stance on the matter.
I personally think its a gigantic waste of money.
Do you do anything instead? "
Yeah mainly donate directly to hospitals, childrens one near me and adult one, for whatever they are fund raising for, some times its stroke unit, sometimes a ct machine for the kids.
Then I give my change to whatever fund raisers are going on in the area where the people are collecting for free and not being paid to ask me for money. For example what school kids are collecting for, or nuns near me do it a lot, they just pass the whole lot directly to the cause. |
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"No thanks, if the money isnt spent here i dont give a penny(exception is any animal charity worldwide), all these wateraid and all that, is there countrys problem not ours.
truth is i care more about animals than humans. if a choice of several always animal. "
Where do you think the money raised by CIN is spent?
And yeah - it’s their problem, not yours. That’s the spirit. Fingered crossed you don’t ever need any help with anything, eh? Because that would be your problem. |
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