Sunday, March 3, 2013

Choosing Charities For Children To Support

By Ava Hudson


Social responsibility is very important. Every entity has an obligation to act in a way that would benefit society. This is a duty that every individual has and it is aimed to maintaining balance in the economy and the environment. The action of man has effects and it would be best to use them for good. Social responsibility can be observed passively by avoiding acts that would cause harm to the environment such as crimes and it can be actively observed by engaging in activities which advance social goals such as giving to charities for children.

It is always said that the children are the hope of the future. They need to be nurtured and protected. This is not always the case though. Several circumstances put them in harms way. Some get exposed to various horrors at a very young age and that can affect how they are later on. It is then important that there be support given to organizations which help keep young people off the streets and into homes that would protect and observe the rights that they have.

It would be ideal to choose foundations which benefit the young. They provide help for those needing protection that was denied. A good influence should be provided to them but they would not have a family that they could look up to. Organizations which save these people give out much good for society because they would prevent them from getting into a life of harm and violence.

It is important to screen where the donations one gives would go to. There also are some exploitations of good causes so one should be careful in giving. Where money is given should be looked into. Research should be done. There are administrative costs that makes use of that money too. It is important for one to note what percentage goes to those and how much for the cause itself.

The foundations which are smaller, younger and more specific would generally have costs which are higher. Younger ones will not have as much loyal donors. Costs for running smaller foundations will also make up a bigger portion with the small budget they have and specific groups can find it difficult to raise money.

Another consideration is where the foundation does its work. Many would prefer to see the action and its effects in their own communities. It can seem more concrete. It can also directly benefit the community itself. Learning about their work can also be easier because they are seen in local news and bulletins. One can also be more involved in the work done.

How they are able to help is also important. Note what they impart to the young people they support. Education is a great gift but there are other things that should be taken cared of too. Young people have several rights and they need to be protected. See to it that they have advocates for those rights.

Make sure they get results too. Note success stories. Get to know people who had a lot of good happen to them because of the opportunities the foundation gave them.

Charities for children could help in several ways. Selecting the appropriate foundation puts your donations in good use. You need to take you time to decide who your support goes to.




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