Im tired of being asked to donate money or pledge for people at work, how do you kindly say no?
448212
Just do it... just say "no thank you".  If anyone ever does give you an attitude just explain that you donate to charities and organizations already on your own and if you want to send someone a card to "get well", you're sure you can scrounge up a couple of dollars on your own.
597882
Some things I can think of off the top of my head:\n\n- Don't be afraid to roll your sleeves up and lend a hand when things get busy.\n\n- Make it clear to them your not going to let them walk all over you, but try to avoid yelling.... perhaps try diffuse it with a little humour (e.g. "put the handbags away gentlemen").\n\n- Listen to what ALL the staff have to say, not just a core group of ones a promotion or two below you... sometimes it's the only way you'll find out about problems with the department (or problems that are brewing up).\n\n- Don't change things for the sake of change.... if the department's way of doing something is working perfectly fine, don't try to change it without thinking it through properly. A common problem with alot of organsiations these days is they try changing things around (such as the way products are distributed, for instance) only to turn things into a complete shambles instead of improving things.\n\n- Don't be afraid to bend the rules slightly occasionally: If someone turns up late, but works hard enough to more than make up for it when they do show up.... let them off, but give them a mild warning about not making a regular habit of it. If they turn up late, but sit around scratching their butt all day then come down on them like a ton of bricks (since that sort of thing usually gets the other staff grumbling a bit, particularly if you let them walk all over you).\nAnd if things are quiet, let them shoot off home a few minutes early.\n\nIf anyone is leaving / announced their having a baby / just had a baby / lost a relative / having a birthday / retiring, etc try to be the first in there with arranging a card for everyone to sign / money collection for a gift (if appropriate) / after work party (if appropriate), etc.\n\nGive credit where credit is due.... if one of your staff comes up with a brilliant idea, don't try to take all the glory with the big bosses.
277372
You can only be taken advantage of with your permission.  Organizations are like that.  Volunteers are the most overworked people because they are always willing.  You cannot do it all, so you have to stop.  They will keep asking you.  The old saying goes "If you need something done, ask someone who is busy".
593443
One of the best ways I've found to raise money is to give a "Free" car wash. You don't charge anyone to wash their car but you do accept donations. These work wonderfully at Wal-Mart. Usually, Wal-Mart will donate the water and the hoses. You will have to supply the workers. Place people at the doors advertising the car wash making sure to state that it is Free but that you do accept donations.\n\nMy church raised several thousand like that for our youth group to go out of state to a youth rally.
344250
Please, Please, Please don't be concerned with that thought. First and foremost the POLICE are not the ones who call you. Police Departments contract with a solicitor who has nothing but civilians who man the phones. These solicitor are the ones calling you and they DO NOT turn in any list of anyone who donates or refuses to donate. There are plenty of people who do donate so when people refuse to donate it isn't that big of a deal. The person calling you IS NOT a police officer and if he/she identifies themselves as a cop you should verify what department he/she is with and get this persons name, then hang up. Go to Police Department and talk with one of the ranking officers. You can then verify if you did get a call from this officer. Believe me they would appreciate hearing from the public on matters/issues such as this.
623365
The best way would be to not put yourself in a position where it would be hard for you to say no.  Go to public places, have other people around you - that way you are not tempted to do anything.  Keep yourself busy by doing other things that interest you.
1023417
Oh just tell your employer the truth...\n\n"Good morning, 'insert employer name', I'm very sorry but I will not be able to come into work today, I have recently started performing "charity" work...yes, charity work, I help a variety of people with the answers to their important questions...I was up so late last night, that I can barely function this morning.  I apologize and I will be in first thing in the morning!"\n\nWhat employer wouldn't cut you a little slack for charity work?
197454
I can't answer for others, but I can speak for myself.  I have more money than the rest of my family and I have worked very hard for what I have.  Members of my family are always coming to me for money.  I am tired of it.  I have a sister and a other family members that do not work and look at me like a bank.  I do not mind giving a hand up, but I am sick of giving hand outs.  I now refuse to help those that refuse to help themselves.  However, that doesn't mean I don't help others.  Two weeks ago I paid for an eye exam and a pair of glasses for a woman I didn't know.  I met her in the doctors office and she was crying, they wouldn't accept medicaid as payment.  I talked to her and heard her story.  I then told the lady I would pay her bill and I did.  It cost a few hundred dollars, but I felt it was the right thing to do.
819733
just say no the next time you are asked....you have no responsibility to buy anything from anyone...just say funds are tight. I don't buy these things from anyone...better to donate to the cause than to buy something the cause only gets about 5 cents on the dollar. fund raisers are really good for only one entity..the entity that manufactures the junk that is sold. I won't even buy my Grandson's stuff, I donate directly to the school instead. Good luck
163985
If you know someone who works for the company ask them to help you with your approach.\n\nOtherwise go in and ask who would make that kind of decision... be sure when you approach the person you explain what the donation will go to and WHY you are asking them for help.
679762
Actucally, you can avoid that. Stop working and become one of those on government support. For some reason that I can not comprehend the government thinks they have to support everyone who does not want to support themselves.
371431
It has always been my experience that people who dont want to pay are not worth working for.Senior citizens that want a challenge can get plenty of those by volunteering for the Red Cross or any one of a thousand charity orgs.That's where you can find most of them right now.
1141743
I agree with this person.  A lot of the collectors on the street also work for private firms and take a cut of the money!  If you want to donate to charity you should do it through the website or post a cheque as you want it all to go to the charity, not a collector.
533922
IF this person is your equal or subordinate, cheerfully say, 'I really have to get going right now, but I'll have that for you first thing Monday morning.' If they say they REALLY need it now, explaint that you're sorry (as you're walking out the door), but that you dont have time, and that they really need to ask you earlier in the day on Fridays (so that this wont happen again in the future).  \n\nWow, your coworkers are rude!  You could wind up in the office all night!
890589
Dear Simply Say I Dont NO
242219
Get a job working for a charity organization (ex: Red Cross).  Of course the money comes from somewhere, but you get a salary for giving it away to those who need it!
990885
I SEND THEM A DONATION CAUSE I WOULD NOT  LIKE FOR SOMEONE TO DO IT TO ME. TRUST ME THAT SHIT WILL COME BACK TO BITE YOU IN THE  SS