Tithing - Charity Donation
& Wealth Creation
The concept of tithing or regular charity donation has its roots in many of the world's
religions - but how does it apply to you?
If you're working towards financial independence, it's a great idea to include some form of charity donation in
your overall financial plan.
Why? The paradox of tithing is that when you give money away, you are demonstrating that you have more than enough
and you open up a channel to attract more money into your life. You don't need to contribute large sums at first,
but it's good practice to work your way up to minimum of 10% of your income.
If you belong to a church and have a tithing program in place, great. Otherwise there are lots of reputable
organizations that accept charity donations for a number of different causes.
Here is a short list of organizations, many of which have offices in a number of countries. You can do a search for
your local branch via one of the search engines, or just do a general search for "charity donation".
[This web site contributes monthly to Unitus and Save The Children, and annually to several other organizations on
this list.]
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Global Poverty
- Unitus
Unitus strives to help alleviate global poverty by offering microfinance services to the world's
working poor. For example, a small donation can help a stall seller in Calcutta increase her business
and better feed and educate her family. Watch the videos and be
inspired.
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People in Need
- The Salvation Army
The Salvation Army is a Christian relief organization founded in 1865 in London, England and now
represented in countries around the world.
- Red Cross
Founded in 1863, the International Red Cross offers humanitarian aid in war zones and areas affected by
natural disasters.
- Medicins Sans Frontieres
An international humanitarian aid organization providing emergency medical aid in more than 80
countries.
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Children's Charities
- Save The Children
Sponsor a child through this worldwide children's charity.
- Unicef
Unicef works to protect, educate and nurture children across the globe.
- World Vision
World Vision works with children and communities to improve their standard of living.
- Christian Blind Mission International
The primary aim of this organization is to restore sight to blind children in impoverished
countries.
- Vision Australia
Vision Australia provides a range of essential services to blind or vision impaired individuals,
including braille and mobility training.
- Make A Wish Foundation
This Australian organization grants wishes for young people with a life-threatening illness.
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Environment & Wildlife
- Sierra Club
The Sierra Club is the oldest, largest and most influential grassroots environmental organization in
the US.
- Greenpeace
Greenpeace has been defending the environment since 1971 and is now an international organization with
offices in 40 countries.
- Audubon Society
The National Audubon Society's mission is to conserve and restore natural ecosystems, focusing on birds
and other wildlife.
- Wildlife Warriors
Wildlife Warriors is the organization set up by the late Steve Irwin to protect endangered
wildlife.
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Animal Welfare
- Animal Welfare League
Sponsor an animal through the Animal Welfare League's web site.
- International Fund For Animal Welfare
This animal welfare organization has been campaigning on behalf of endangered animals for over three
decades.
- RSPCA
Founded in 1824 in London, England, the RSPCA (Royal Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals)
is now an international organization dedicated to the protection of animals.
- Humane Society
The Humane Society works for the protection of domestic animals and wildlife.
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