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Charity ads

(7 Posts)
Ellie Anne Sat 27-Dec-25 22:20:12

I was watching an old episode of Vera on itv 3. Every ad break had appeals for charities, mainly homeless and animal charities or children losing their sight. It’s upsetting to watch and all are very deserving causes . And yes it’s not a lot every month but if you already support charities every month(we give to four) you can’t give to everyone. But I still feel guilty for ignoring them.

mum2three Sun 28-Dec-25 05:26:58

Have you noticed how old some of them are? It is often simply a way to get money from people. It may not be the appeal which benefits.
Personally, I think the British public should be free to choose which cause they support and the government should stop sending huge sums of money to countries where it is often used for the wrong purposes.

Oreo Sun 28-Dec-25 08:04:23

It’s yet another reason why I record things to watch and watch a lot of Netflix.

Calendargirl Sun 28-Dec-25 08:08:05

Not sure if it is an RSPCA one, but it alludes to the problems they are facing due to the pandemic.

Rather out of date.

(And not to do with animals taken in during that time).

Astitchintime Sun 28-Dec-25 08:09:49

The amount of money to actually make the advertisements is another point of contention for me. TV advertising isn’t cheap by any means. Maybe the productions teams get a special rate? Who knows?
I give to certain charities throughout the year and also support a local network who fund raise for local foundations.

BlueBelle Sun 28-Dec-25 08:09:58

But no one is forcing you to give to charities you are not interested in mum2three
You give to what charity or no charity that you wish, no matter how many adverts are on tv, and of course the British public have the ability to chose what they want to give to. You can give to British charities if that’s what you want, others might be happy to help others less fortunate in countries with less abilities to help them

Charleygirl5 Sun 28-Dec-25 08:16:33

I think, but am not certain, that it is Guide Dogs which offer a cuddly toy and constant communication on how the puppy is doing. Stop wasting money and use it properly!

I also hate to see such levels of neglect in animals. I am usually dining, I find it very upsetting that I end up switching off the TV. I don't know how it should be done, but that for me is not the way.