Should you give to a good cause with time or money? Which one is more important?

Question

Suppose you wanted to benefit a good cause that you firmly believe in. If you could choose only one, would you volunteer with your time or send a nice donation? Which one is more important?

Answer 1

I do both. Fortunately, I'm in a position where I can donate time and money. You would not believe the people who call a shelter on Christmas Eve or Thanksgiving and offer to ladle out food. What about the days that aren't holidays? You don't need to give til it hurts...just give til it helps.

Answer 2

That is a tough one,the only way to answer that is Do what you can where you can,Some charities need the money more and some need the man power more,It all depends on each one and what thier priority is at the moment.Also whats better for you,Giving money always helps if your in a position to do so,if times are hard a helping hand is always a blessing as well To both yourself and the charity,Ive often helped out with time when i dont have the extra money and i get alot out of seeing how what im doing is making a difference because im rite there,involved.Hope it helps a little

Answer 3

Time.   It's the most precious thing we have, because it is life itself.    The real work in a good cause is done by the people who give time.   They can use it for the work - and to get money from others.   So it's a win both ways.   Too many people don't get engaged, but merely send money because it's easy and it salves their conscience.   They're really only dodging the load and shifting it onto others.  Unless they're too frail to do any work, and can only help with money, of course (like me now)

Answer 4

I have to admit I'm reluctant when it comes to money because a lot of it goes into administrative cost or ends up being embezzled so I'd say time.