Is it sometimes wrong to give to charity?

Question

why or why not ?

Answer 1

dependn on the charity. alot of them spend more money on administration costs than actual charity

Answer 2

only if it's stolen or counterfeit money, those would be the only wrong reasons

Answer 3

It's always wrong! Why give something at all? They could care less about you and, they're taking advantage of you. Take care of yourself.

Answer 4

I would rather help someone in need rather than a charity where a certain percentage goes who knows where.

Answer 5

In my opinion, it's better to give your time than your money. You cannot just throw money at a problem.

It would be wrong for someone to give to charity only for self-gratification. Charity should help others...not you. It should be an act of selflessness. It shouldn't give you bragging rights.

If you give for the wrong reasons...I'd say it's wrong.

Answer 6

Giving to charity is never wrong... giving to the wrong charity is definitely something that you should be conscious of.  Always do proper research on a "charity" before you donate to one.  Ensure that they are responsible with their donations, and that there is very little waste in the organization.  So, never give to a charity on the spot... always request literature so that you can give later!  =)  The first source attached to my answer is the leading website which reviews and rates charities.

The second resource is a Facebook application which allows you to donate to highly respectable charities whenever you buy items online, or fill out free surveys for those on a tight budget... both charities involved are highly rated within Charity Navigator!

Answer 7

No, it is never wrong to give to charity. If you are talking about someone wanting to take "Credit" for giving to charity, than Yes. Some people only donate to charity to make themselves known in the world. I give to charity because I "Want to".

Answer 8

i think its always good to give.. personaly but i mean really where does the money really go.. sometimes i wonder

Answer 9

why would it be wrong to give charity?  

unless of course you don't know where the money goes

Answer 10

I think it would be wrong to give charity if you knew it had a harmful effect (like if people would fight over the money).

Well, what is your definition of charity?

Answer 11

I give to charity and that's when I am happy about the cause and where and how the money gets used.

Often around central London I see posters advising not to give to paper cup holders on the street as they'll spend it on Booze and Drugs ! Yes I know its most likely, however that doesn't mean I should not. As I've taken the time and effort to understand some of these people and in some of the situations my deciding factors are based on the individual making the request. A generic example without any tiring dramatics is " person X asked me for anything I could afford, it was late cold and accommodation was a non starter for X on this night at least "  So I facilitated with some coffee, a sandwich and some cash based on what might just might make even a small amount of a long night even a little piece more bearable.

THE NOT is when I feel someone is taking the p**s or its a career.

Answer 12

I don't give money anymore.  There always seems to be some sort of scandal with these non-profits and the way the squander funds.  My idea of charity is giving time and items like coats during the winter drives.

Answer 13

depends what you are giving.

I Know they wont appreciate my pocket lint.

Answer 14

Of course, if one of your own needs it also, like your grandmother -- and, indeed, isn't that charity, too?

Answer 15

The only time it would be wrong to give to a charity is if it in some way harms you, ie takes your grocery money away. If the charitable donation does conflict with your life think about volunteering for that or a similar organization....human bodies are just as important as money most times.

Answer 16

It is never wrong to give to charity, God likes people who are selfless, just make sure you know where the money is going=)