Philanthropic Philosopher Pillows

Illustration on the problem of money that is given to charities ending up in the hands of governments.

"A percentage of your overdraft fees goes toward feeding the hungry."

"HR-bill 9495. Cutting down non-profits."

Rich man vomiting euros to a beggar.

"Gee, thanks pal."

"You can either make a pledge or join us in this weekend's Barkathon."

"I'm in nonprofit work for the money."

"Look at their faces! What did they expect? They never visited her! Of course the will says her money goes to the cat shelter. . ."

Charities should investigate whether published reports are 'Misleadingly Positive'.

"He says he wants to see the actual brick he donated."

"My wish is simple—to give something back to the community."

"I have special needs-- good food, warm bed, fresh water, and plenty of room to pop wheelies!"

'The best grants lie that-a-ways, Ma'am.'

Human Rights for All

"Tia Carmen, if times are tough, how come you're giving money away?"

"Mr.Scrooge has lodged a complaint,with regard to your 'aggressive begging."

"Thank you, and may the I.R.S. accept all your deductions."

Alms Bank

Hypocrisy about poverty

'In conclusion, I hope you all go out there, get well-paying jobs, and give lots of tax-deductible gifts to our alumni fund.'

Inflation Is Up, Interest Rates Are Going Up. . . I'm Asking You To UP Your Donation.

"You may think the government is a big 'Giveaway' program, but you can't deduct your tax as a charitable contribution."

"My Aunt Agatha – feminist, civil rights activist, philanthropist, sound engineer for 'Cheap Trick at Budokan.'"

Please Give

More people working in Voluntary sector than 2010.

This week is obscure charity awareness week.

"After spending thirty years creating models of early universe formation, I began to suspect that my work didn't make a shred of difference."

"I'll match donations when you match my tax payments."

"Congratulations. Please remember the college's financial plight. Congratulations. Please remember the college's financial plight. Congratulations. Please remember . . ."

Beggar tosses money to the 1%.

The nonprofit dog fight.

"Look! It's the Montgomerys from the breast-cancer walk."

"Do you want to ruin me?! Take it away!!"

'For donating half my property to the poor, I'll get the 'Unselfish Millionaire of the Year' medal and a supporting receipt for my allowable expenses!'

'Sorry - I only donate big.'