3183 days ago

Red Cross door to door caller fundraising

Rosie from Parkvale

This afternoon a friendly lady knocked on my door and explained about all the good work that the Red Cross is doing in my neighbourhood.  She was kosher - had all the right ID - and did not collect cash or cheques, but had a really excellent soft sell manner, getting me to agree how good the Red Cross is, and then subtle pressure to get me to sign up to a regular giving plan by automatic payment or debit/credit card.  She told me that all my lovely neighbours had signed up.  I found it really hard to say 'no' but I did.  No doubt she is being paid by commission but I prefer to donate to the Red Cross in my own way - I donate through Kiwibank from time to time.  They give me a tax receipt on the spot.  I do not want any of my donation to go towards commission.

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Poll: Is it ok to regift something that you have been given?

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🎁 Holiday Gift Chat!

Do you ever regift?
What’s your take on asking for a receipt if a gift doesn’t fit?

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Is it ok to regift something that you have been given?
  • 79.2% Yes! It's better to regift what I don't need
    79.2% Complete
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Scam Alert: Fake information regarding December Bonuses from MSD

The Team from Neighbourly.co.nz

The Ministry of Social Development is reporting that fake information is circulating about new ‘December bonuses’ or ‘benefit increases’

If you get suspicious communication, please contact Netsafe.

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