Nonprofits don't particularly enjoy the fact that they don't raise revenue. This means they have to aggressively campaign for donations. Sometimes it feels like begging. This has never been more true than now. Our economic climate has left the majority of us with very little disposable income. And because of this donations to charities have suffered a huge setback. The lack of fundraising has placed tremendous pressure on charities' balance sheets and skyrocketed blood pressures.
Even in good times charities continually struggle to remain well-capitalized, well enough to continue very important operations. Oftentimes we opt out of supporting because we are suspicious of the mission or the use of our funds. That's what organizations like Charity Navigator are for. The site, as well as a few others, vet the nonprofits/NGOs for you so you can make a better investment choice. If fish were able to, they'd go out and conserve their species and preserve their environments. But since they can't, it leaves us to be the responsible ones.
We'd like to put in our $0.02 and ask that you consider making a donation once a year. We're big fans of organizations like Sea Shepherd, Surfrider, and Oceana. Even if it's just your loose change it'll result in a quieter pocket, a tax deduction, and a happier heart.
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