Red kettles and bells. They're ubiquitous right now. It's nearly impossible to shop right now without seeing and hearing Salvation Army bell ringers. It isn't just holiday shopping either. The bell ringers are down at the grocery store right now. Not even being a grinch will save you from having to eat.
Seeing all those kettles, hearing all those bells, watching people drop their change, listening to children begging for the chance, it's hard to do anything but come away with the idea that donating to the Salvation Army is just what we do this time of year. Don't. Not only does the Salvation Army have a long history of religion-based discrimintation in its programs, it's also supported and lobbied for legal discrimination. Put that money where it will do good without doing harm.
This Sunday, Dale McGowan, Executive Director of the Foundation Beyond Belief, will join us to talk about better ways to spend your charitable donations.
Related Links:
- Foundation Beyond Belief
- Dale McGowan's website
- "Why You Shouldn't Donate to the Salvation Army Bell Ringers"
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