OzBargain 2017 Christmas Donations - $28,600 to Charities of Your Choice

scotty on 11/12/2017 - 12:03
Last edited 18/12/2017 - 22:30 by 1 other user

Update — poll is now closed. Thanks for all who have voted & comments. At the closing of the poll, we have 860 unique commenters in this thread so the final amount to be donated to the charities is $28,600. Top 5 charities from users' votes are:

  1. beyondblue
  2. Cancer Council
  3. RSPCA Australia
  4. R U OK?
  5. Médecins Sans Frontières Australia

Which would receive a donation of $5,720 each. I'll get that done this week.

If you have been a member of OzBargain for a while you'll remember that we have been doing biannual charity donations at around June (EoFY) and December (Christmas). For this Christmas, OzBargain will be donating $20,000 to 5 charities of your choices. Moreover, for every unique commenter in this thread, we will be donating an extra $10.

This is how the community can participate:

  1. Check whether your favourite charity has already been suggested (under Poll Options). If it has, vote it up! Otherwise you can suggest it by posting a top-level comment (i.e. not replying existing comments). Update: We now have almost 50 charities listed here. I think it's a big enough list and I'll pause the suggestion but you can still vote.

    Suggest a poll option

    If you are suggesting a charity, please provide a link & 1 or 2 sentence telling us what the charity does. It would greatly help other OzBargainers making decisions.

  2. Even if your preferred charity has been suggested, leave a comment and let us know! Remember every unique commenter on this thread will add an extra $10 to the donation.

  3. The poll will run for 7 days. After the poll expires, votes will be revealed and the top 5 charities will be sharing the pool of donation of AUD $20,000 + $10 x number of unique commenters. For example if 500 OzBargainers commented in this thread, we'll donate $25,000 to the chosen charities at $5,000 each.

    I am also putting a cap of maximum 1,000 commenters (just in case), making the cap of the donation at $30,000. If we can reach that level the donation will be shared with top 6 charities from the poll.

Which charity should I suggest?

  • It must be a registered charity eligible for DGR (deductible gift recipient). That would unfortunately make NPOs like Wikipedia & Sea Shepherd ineligible.

  • As we are OzBargain, it would be great if the charity is Australia based or benefits Australians.

  • There are many worthy charities. However as it's for Christmas this year, let's prioritise on charities working on social welfare. While we complained about spending way too much on impulse buys, there are many who don't have regular to access food & shelter, let along online shopping.

To get started, I have included top 10 most voted charities from last year's poll. Suggestion & commenting starts today (11 Dec) and will close at 12PM on Monday 18 Dec. I will then work out the total amount of donation we will send to the charities, and hopefully get all the donations made by Christmas 2017.

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  • Smulder on 11/12/2017 - 22:38
    +1

    Ten!

  • Sharp on 11/12/2017 - 22:39
    +1

    I don't know anything about them but when I saw a name like kids with cancer I can't choose anything else! Thank you ozbargain!

  • Ms Bargainer on 11/12/2017 - 22:45
    +2
    Suggested Big Ears Animal Sanctuary

    Big Ears Animal Sanctuary
    http://www.bigearsanimalsanctuary.com/

    'Treating with compassion those without a voice.

    Big Ears Animal Sanctuary is a 100% not for profit registered charity. It was co-founded by Brett and Jacqui Steele and is administered by a board of five very animal friendly people. The sanctuary is on a 25 acre property located in northern Tasmania.

    Running a sanctuary takes more than pats, cuddles and kisses. It also takes a lot of money. As a not for profit registered charity we rely on the goodwill of those who care about animals. Every day expenses include feed, shelters, medication, cleaning, veterinary assistance, and fencing. These costs add up and any donation, no matter how big or small, will help the animals. We are a No Kill Sanctuary which means that animals that are not suitable to be re-homed, or have special needs stay here for the remainder of their lives.

    Big Ears is unique in that there are no paid staff - all money raised goes directly to the animals.'

  • fedwood on 11/12/2017 - 22:56
    +1

    $10

  • ski100 on 11/12/2017 - 23:02
    +1

    👍 Ozbargain

  • Plug on 11/12/2017 - 23:03
    +1

    I went for the Prostate Cancer Foundation. More men die from prostate cancer each year than women do of breast cancer.

  • kelea on 11/12/2017 - 23:05
    +1

    Thank you!

  • newsense on 11/12/2017 - 23:10
    +5
    Suggested Muslim Aid Australia

    https://www.muslimaid.org.au/about-us/about-muslim-aid

    supports many local and international projects particularly in third world and war affected countries. A lot of work being done for refugees in Syria, Burma and Yemen. Please consider.

  • deanylev on 11/12/2017 - 23:10
    +1

    Awesome :)

  • letslogin on 11/12/2017 - 23:12
    +1
    Suggested His Harvest

    Awesome charity which does administration and book keeping so little NFP’s can get tax deductible donations. If you have a project that is philanthropic and benevolent, they can incorportate you and then all donations to your project are tax deductible, and run/assist with your project’s “back end”.
    Currently supports projects with refugees in caboolture QLD, orphanages in india and africa, and with women in aboriginal communities in NT.
    $10 for His Harvest :)

    For full disclosure, it’s also a christian organisation.

  • WeatySmalls on 11/12/2017 - 23:15
    +1

    And another $10. Great work!

  • mrtin on 11/12/2017 - 23:20
    +1

    Great work ozbargain

  • Pratty on 11/12/2017 - 23:24
    +1
    Suggested Redkite

    Redkite is an Australian cancer charity providing essential support to children and young people (0–24 years) with cancer, and the family and support network who care for them.

    Redkite can help cover the cost of many essential items, including:
    Bills for electricity, gas, water, rates, internet and phone
    Car registration, insurance, and in some cases, repairs
    Rent and mortgage payments
    Accommodation relating to treatment e.g. hotel bills
    Shell fuel vouchers and Coles grocery vouchers

  • benjamin on 11/12/2017 - 23:25
    +2

    $10

  • checkpoints on 11/12/2017 - 23:27
    +2

    $10 to pets of the homeless

  • lolmao on 11/12/2017 - 23:28
    +1

    me too thanks

  • peeweekathi on 11/12/2017 - 23:34
    +2
    Suggested Blue Ribbon Foundation

    159 Victoria Police Officers have paid the ultimate sacrifice for their community.
    We can do nothing to bring them back but as a grateful community we can take steps to honour their memory and ensure their sacrifice is acknowledged through a range of projects that benefit the wider community.
    http://www.remember.org.au/Home
    There is a long list of the hospitals they support and contribute to here:
    http://www.remember.org.au/Memorials/Hospitals

    Suggested by a surviving, proud, retired member of 32 years, who still thinks of her many lost, brave work mates.

  • FUZHA on 11/12/2017 - 23:35
    +1

    Cancer Council
    Hats off to Scotty & Co for such a wonderful contribution and generosity!

  • 28kb on 11/12/2017 - 23:40
    +1

    Well done Scotty I would like to vote for cancer council!!!!!!

  • melk on 11/12/2017 - 23:40
    +1

    Thanks!

  • mhcw on 11/12/2017 - 23:44
    +1

    Thank you for doing this

  • 50centscheaper on 11/12/2017 - 23:47
    +1

    Great work from 50centscheaper

  • sash213 on 11/12/2017 - 23:50
    +1

    $10

  • pranksta on 11/12/2017 - 23:51
    +1

    $10 for beyond blue, great initiative

  • jmak on 11/12/2017 - 23:52
    +2

    Cancer council, hoping to see a cure for cancer in my lifetime

  • HardAtTwerk on 11/12/2017 - 23:54
    +1

    i eat ass

  • lainey13 on 11/12/2017 - 23:54
    +1

    [Insert comment here]

  • ahara on 12/12/2017 - 00:01
    +1

    Merry Christmas to everyone (although bit early)

  • Kolagenplus on 12/12/2017 - 00:04
    +1

    Thanks

  • AloMel on 12/12/2017 - 00:11
    +1

    Tzuchi! They are always first fo arrive in case of big disasters. Taiwanese NGO but have presence world-wide.

  • WaveZero on 12/12/2017 - 00:13
    +1

    Thanks

  • ts13 on 12/12/2017 - 00:14
    +1

    Thanks guys

  • biozet on 12/12/2017 - 00:18
    +1

    Hagar

    Adra

  • zeckem on 12/12/2017 - 00:50
    +1

    Thanks

  • justinp12 on 12/12/2017 - 00:52
    +1

    Good work Ozbargain!

  • MrMeow on 12/12/2017 - 00:54
    +1

    $10 for beyond blue! Great initiative to the ozbargain crew!

  • alvinMalhot on 12/12/2017 - 01:00
    +1

    Fantastic to see you giving back to those in need

  • Jonova on 12/12/2017 - 01:16
    +1

    Keep up the great work

  • zrmx on 12/12/2017 - 01:27
    +1

    +$10

    Always feel free to go further ahead than a comment, and donate an amount you feel generous about to the institute you want.

    Never think you can't do more =)

    Merry Christmas everyone, stay safe and have a good one!

  • worrierwan on 12/12/2017 - 01:31
    +1

    $10 for vinnies

  • Zee on 12/12/2017 - 01:41
    +1

    God Bless ! :)

  • marktsaihh on 12/12/2017 - 01:48
    +1

    Keep up the good work guys!

  • Nick939 on 12/12/2017 - 02:01
    +1

    Voted for world vision

  • coffeeburst on 12/12/2017 - 02:02
    +1

    +10 for beyondblue

  • YungDaggerDick on 12/12/2017 - 02:14
    +1
    Suggested Caritas Australia

    If it's easy to do and benefits charity, here's my comment. Also I haven't seen Caritas yet.

  • Gareth on 12/12/2017 - 02:58
    +1

    Voted for the Salvos!

  • timetoquit on 12/12/2017 - 03:02
    +1

    My best mate lost his battle with cancer 2 months ago.

    Leukaemia Foundation for me. I wish one day I'll be able to do what you do for charities around Australia.

  • wings bubbin boaz on 12/12/2017 - 03:38
    +1

    hillary clinton foundation
    why? for memes

  • strat on 12/12/2017 - 03:56
    +2

    Alzheimer's Australia 👍

  • mjjeje on 12/12/2017 - 04:19
    +1

    $10 Leukaemia Foundation

  • [Deactivated] on 12/12/2017 - 05:01
    +1

    Thanks scotty

    No kid ever deserves cancer.

    Will you be sending me a receipt for tax purposes to claim the donation as a deduction?

    • scotty on 12/12/2017 - 08:26
      +2

      No. OzBargain itself is not a DGR. But feel free to PayPal me if you desire :)

  • Vague on 12/12/2017 - 06:21
    +1

    Great work!

  • Crammed on 12/12/2017 - 06:24
    +1

    Thank you Scotty for the opportunity. Only because it is relative to a loved one in my family, I am voting for the Prostate Cancer Foundation, but all of the charities listed do amazing work. Thanks again.

  • bluedufflecoat on 12/12/2017 - 06:24
    +1

    $10

  • Tidy on 12/12/2017 - 06:32
    +1

    Awesome work Scotty!

    $10 for BeyondBlue.

  • trev likes bargains on 12/12/2017 - 06:52
    +1

    Keep up the good work

  • chanthelegend on 12/12/2017 - 07:08
    +1

    Thanks OzB. Great initiative as always.

  • timmypete on 12/12/2017 - 07:38
    +1

    +1, excellent work guys

  • bluesky on 12/12/2017 - 07:41
    +2

    Worthy cause! Thank you.

  • SydneySwan on 12/12/2017 - 07:55
    +1

    Great initiative

  • xeion on 12/12/2017 - 08:06
    +1

    I lost my best friend of 15 years, that's why I've gone RSPCA. I'd vote for beyondblue too.

  • Birchy on 12/12/2017 - 08:09
    +1

    Great stuff

  • frankymatty on 12/12/2017 - 08:16
    +1

    Great work as always guys, really appreciate it!

  • orangeblossom on 12/12/2017 - 08:30
    +1

    Here is my $10

  • Chumpmaster on 12/12/2017 - 08:31
    +1

    Great work! Charlie Teo foundation gets my vote

  • Member 0230 on 12/12/2017 - 08:34
    +1

    I really ❤️ this aspect of our community. What other forum, bargains or otherwise, does anything like this? Brilliant initiative scotty, and thanks OzB.

    My $10 to the Salvos.

  • Rogaor on 12/12/2017 - 08:34
    +1

    Thank you. $10

  • danger163 on 12/12/2017 - 08:35
    +1

    10$ for R U Okay?

  • grasstown on 12/12/2017 - 08:36
    +1

    Great work

  • Giraffe on 12/12/2017 - 08:40
    +1

    $10

  • donbot on 12/12/2017 - 08:43
    +1

    Extra $10. Hopefully a little bit of this can make its way to Leukemia Foundation.

  • 1Kenobi on 12/12/2017 - 08:48
    +1

    Have a safe Christmas
    Ps this motivated me to make my own Xmas donation. Thanks.

  • dangerdanger on 12/12/2017 - 08:49
    +1

    Great idea!!! And good for charities

  • clob on 12/12/2017 - 08:51
    +1

    here's my $10!

  • h4zey on 12/12/2017 - 08:58
    +2

    Alzheimer's Australia!

  • Porco Rosso on 12/12/2017 - 09:00
    +1

    Love this initiative! Thanks Scotty.

  • Mister LoLPants on 12/12/2017 - 09:04
    +1

    best $10 ever commented

  • Bad Wolf on 12/12/2017 - 09:08
    +1

    Great work as always
    Christmas is definitely about giving!!

  • Spootage on 12/12/2017 - 09:10
    +1

    +1 for the kids

  • matn on 12/12/2017 - 09:26
    +1

    Love it :)

  • boscom on 12/12/2017 - 09:31
    +1

    Vinnies helps local needy families with food vouchers and other items in tough times.

  • Quantumcat on 12/12/2017 - 09:33
    +1

    Beyond Blue —- my best friend died from suicide earlier this year

  • kkwhong on 12/12/2017 - 09:37
    +1

    $10 for Médecins Sans Frontières

  • folken on 12/12/2017 - 09:40
    +1

    Médecins Sans Frontières FTW

  • snufl on 12/12/2017 - 09:43
    +1

    Nice to see the true spirit of Christmas is alive and well. Thanks Scotty.

  • good grape on 12/12/2017 - 09:50
    +1

    My $10 to Cancer Council, thanks :)

  • aihui on 12/12/2017 - 09:56
    +1

    Sticking my hand up for William Wilberforce Foundation.. making an impact on recidivism rates in Australia

  • gavt on 12/12/2017 - 09:59
    +1

    Thank you!

  • NPT1995 on 12/12/2017 - 10:07
    +1

    $10

  • greenicetea on 12/12/2017 - 10:08
    +1

    +$10

  • DealsyMcDealsalot on 12/12/2017 - 10:13
    +5

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  • abb on 12/12/2017 - 10:16
    +1

    Good on ya Scotty!

  • pogichinoy on 12/12/2017 - 10:17
    +1

    Red Nose for SIDS - Sudden Infant Death Syndrome

    Great work btw! Yay for OzBargain :)

  • Tech45 on 12/12/2017 - 10:18
    +1

    $10

  • mislaughalot on 12/12/2017 - 10:20
    +1

    $10 for kids with cancer! Have a good Xmas and NY.

  • arnieb on 12/12/2017 - 10:20
    +1

    Good work

  • [Deactivated] on 12/12/2017 - 10:21
    +4

    I suggest anything to do with education. I've done medical volunteer work in third world countries and I've come to the conclusion (through prolonged, intense and incredibly enlightening conversations) that our contributions as doctors had minimal impact. It is no different at home.

    Education passes on that responsibility of care and empowers those who are truly attached to their community to make a difference.

    $20k is a very generous sum but it is a drop in a multi billion ocean when it comes to medical care/research.

    I vote against any charity that only helps specific religious groups.

  • Pootie Tang on 12/12/2017 - 10:22
    +1
    Suggested Variety Australia

    Variety for all the work they do for kids with disabilities and ensuring a better quality of life. Aus wide as well.

  • theguyrules on 12/12/2017 - 10:22
    +1

    Alzheimer’s Australia
    Love your work scotty

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