Go Fund Me AIBU or are there too many.

I`ve only ever donated to one cause, for a well loved Gransnetter`s operation. I think I`d need to know the person before donating.

I don't donate to anyone that I don't know. A close friend set up a GFM page for another friend some years ago, when I asked the first person about it she explained that a percentage was withheld by the administration of GFM site.........I donated directly to the cause and bypassed GFM.

I have donated to one cause only - and that was raising money for a Gransnetter's surgery.

It makes me a bit cross that people needing disability equipment have to use GFM and are not entitled to help from NHS.

I worked for years with people who had suffered a brain injury, and when I watched programmes about miracle equipment for people with disabilities I used to think "I wish." No way these life-changing items would be available to non-millionaires.

I have given support to two GFM to worthy causes and I am glad I did. It’s not forced on us we can contribute if we would like to and I have done gladly.
I think it’s a personal choice and as long as it helps a necessary cause I would do it again.

And the PDSA
When I was a student we took our cat there to be treated, and borrowed a friend’s proof of benefits

I don’t like Go Fund Me so I don’t contribute.
Our area had a series of fund raising events recently to help a family where one of the children suffered catastrophic injuries in an accident. I’m happy to contribute to genuine need like that.
I support a specific dog breed charity. Occasionally we fund raise for a specific dog in foster care. I don’t contribute to GFM on social media. How do we know it’s genuine. Also, the cost of possible vet bills should be factored in before you get a dog. Mine are insured. There are RSPCA centres where animals will be treated for minimal amounts if the owner is in receipt of certain benefits

Yes, I quite agree Calendargirl.
I actually think that insuring your animals should be compulsory.

It does make me wonder what others do, especially those without insurance.

Well, they obviously hope others will dip in their pockets and pay for the upkeep of their pets Fanny.

Surely a case of thinking through all the implications of owning a pet, before getting one.

vegansrock

I saw one on FB of a woman wanting to fund her cat’s operation.

I don’t really have much experience of Go Fund Me, other than the one that was on here.
But this doesn’t surprise me at all.
My little dog has got to have an operation on her cruciate ligament.
Fortunately I have very good insurance (PetPlan - it’s the best).
Otherwise it would be costing me £4000!
It does make me wonder what others do, especially those without insurance.

I find there are many that ask for money for things that people should fund themselves without help from anyone. I don't have a problem with it though. People can set one up and it's up to others if they want to give. Don't like the cause? Don't give. Move on.

I saw one on FB of a woman wanting to fund her cat’s operation.

I'm afraid I'm very cynical about these and only donate to those I know personally, or can be verified another way.
Mean maybe, but only so many pennies to share.

When pressured I say that I have chosen the three charities I am supporting for this year. I review the charities in January.

I don’t give unless I either know the people or they’re verified by someone I trust.