2006-11-27 07:29:15 · 23 answers · asked by daydreamvisions 1 in Politics & Government ➔ Government
No because I would be taxed so heavily on my millions that I would have none left over to give.
2006-11-27 07:30:25 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 2⤋
I'm not a millionaire and I give to "the needy", well actually charities that are for causes I believe in, and that actually use the money for the charity and not for the salaries of the executives.
If I came into a lot of money, I would just give a lot more.
2006-11-27 15:32:01 · answer #2 · answered by Gem 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Of course I would, but I would reward the needy who are trying to improve their lives, not the lazy welfare moms who watch Ophah all day and have 6 kids by 6 different men.
For example I might back a scholarship fund for inner-city kids who demonstrate they really want to finish college. Or i'd back a program that helps battered women start over.
Why would I give money away? Because if I was worth millions I don't NEED all that money.
2006-11-27 15:38:29 · answer #3 · answered by Funchy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, because ultimate fullfillment in life is knowing that you have helped others. With one million dollars, a person could buy a few nice cars or a nice apartment in New York, but material possesions don't mean anything. With the same milliion dollars, a person could provide shelter, food, and vaccines for poverished children in Africa, or help scientists find a cure to cancer. Giving to the needy makes you a hero, even if it is just in one persons eyes, and the feeling of having done something great will linger on much longer than a Ferrari will last.
Besides, it's the holidays!
2006-11-27 15:34:09 · answer #4 · answered by shopaholic2133 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I would. And I will add one thing. You could not micromanage where every cent went, once you committed a certain amount to the poor. I mean, you couldn't lie awake at night wondering if so and so was TRULY needy, or if you'd been swindled out of $200,000 in the course of the day by various people in various locales. --- In other words, one could not think the way one is USED TO THINKING about money and thrift. You'd have to take the high road, after taking normal measures to prevent theft and misappropriation.
2006-11-27 15:33:36 · answer #5 · answered by martino 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would like to satisfy some of my needs and wants but we have to consider the facts. A million dollars is not a lot of money anymore. If we are talking about a lot of millions, thats another story. But if this is only 1 or two million then I would have to invest it carefully and keep charity in mind when I am financially secure. A lot of millionaires including lottery winners go broke when they gain instant wealth.
2006-11-27 16:15:36 · answer #6 · answered by trigunmarksman 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I am not a millionaire... but I still give to worthwhile charities... I support the effort of true and honorable charities... I believe charity should deal with the needs of those who are needy... not a government welfare system
2006-11-27 15:37:12 · answer #7 · answered by DiamondDave 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well after much shopping and spending for the family i would give amounts to:
1)animal charity (because they need the help esp with christmas coming up)
2) Mental health (as they are not greatly sponsored)
3)Old people (because one day i will be old so i could get something back)
Everyone gives to receive it is life i am afraid
2006-11-27 15:34:41 · answer #8 · answered by ballet-babe 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No. I would use the money to attempt to provide opportunity for the needy to work and give themselves all the help they need.
2006-11-27 15:31:12 · answer #9 · answered by matt b 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Yes, because I know how it feels to be in that position. I would know there are people who need things more than I do. Plus I'm a very giving person.
2006-11-27 15:31:33 · answer #10 · answered by theusedluver1 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That's kind of a no-brainer. Of course. But I'd give to the "needy," not the "wanty."
2006-11-27 15:32:03 · answer #11 · answered by sarcastro1976 5 · 2⤊ 0⤋