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Do you have preconceptions about rich people?

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absent Mon 15-Apr-13 11:07:49

No

gracesmum Mon 15-Apr-13 10:57:27

I'm not sure what lies behind your question, Sel? I applaud the likes of Bill Gates and other (unsung) philanthropists, but similarly, along the lines of "the widow's mite", pensioners who fund raise for those worse off than themselves, people on low incomes who give to charity, those who volunteer - giving time because they do not necessarily have much money.
To answer the question, however, the only preconception I hold is that the rich have considerably more money than I.

gillybob Mon 15-Apr-13 10:55:14

Is it not still the case though Sel that those with the least to give (proportionally) give the most? smile

Sel Mon 15-Apr-13 10:52:52

I notice that The Sunday Times Giving List, which lists Britian's top philanthropists shows an increase of 21% over the previous year - £2.08b. A wonderful contribution to society.