Why Giving To Charity Is Important
In an ideal world, everything would have the funding it needs, and we wouldn’t need to depend so much on charities, whether it is finding a cure for cancer, helping victims of intimate partner violence, or finding solutions to poverty. However, charities form a vital part of many causes such as those listed, and more. In such times of austerity, charities rely on the kindness of those who can afford to donate. Here at Direct Fundraising we provide charity donation boxes and related products, so we know there are many reasons to donate to charity. Read on to find out more about why giving to charity is important.
Importance of Charity
Your Actions Make an Impact
These days there are many ways to donate to charity, which may alleviate any concerns of money donated being reduced due to tax or administrative costs. Whilst these costs are also important to keep the work of your chosen charity going, you can donate from your salary before tax is deducted through a payroll giving scheme, as well as donating shares to charity or leaving a charitable legacy in your Will. If you donate regularly, you will also be familiar with Gift Aid as an Income Tax relief, which works by enabling the charity to recover the basic rate of tax on your donating, adding 25p to each £1 you give at no additional cost to you.
The Domino Effect
When you donate to charity, it also puts the idea in others’ minds, whether it’s introducing children to charitable giving, or reminding friends and family to contribute, making the world a better place. Most schools have various initiatives to introduce children to donating to charity, with bake sales, non-uniform days and sponsored activities. This can show young people that they can make tiny changes by contributing to the world in this way, showing them that they can make a difference. Nurturing this childlike generosity can start a lifelong commitment to charitable contributions. If you have children, you can involve them in choices when making donation. Linking with other family members are friends, contributing to charitable causes can strengthen your bonds, bolstering relationships through a shared goal.
Reasons to Donate to Charity
Feel Good About Yourself
Donating to charities is a selfless act, but it does also mean you can benefit from it as it can make your feel good about yourself, and boost your mood, knowing that you’re helping others, even in some small way. They say it is better to give than to receive, and studies have even shown that there is a link between donating to charity and increased activity in area of the brain that registers pleasure. It can also strengthen our own personal values, with a feeling of social conscience being one of the biggest reasons why people donate. It is a privilege to be able to be in the position to give in such a generous way, and this can also act as a reminder to have gratitude, with the practice of expressing gratitude being linked to happiness. Donating to your chosen charities can be life-affirming and acts as a remind of your ethical beliefs, which make you who you are.
Contact Us
To find out more information about the importance of charity and for charity collection boxes and buckets, simply get in touch with the team today through our online contact form, or via email at sales@direct-fundraising.co.uk. Alternatively, you can call us on 0161 766 6444 in order to speak to a member of our team directly. We will be glad to help with any queries you may have for us.
