Check out Ruthie, my adopted Bornean Orangutan. She just makes my heart crumble. I recently signed up to adopt Ruthie via www.orangutans.com.au.
Sadly, Ruthie is an orangutan with “issues”. After her mother was killed, Ruthie was kept as a pet and ill-treated, leaving her physically and emotionally scarred. Ruthie had also been poorly fed, so she was very underweight when she arrived at Nyaru Menteng.
If this wasn’t enough, she was expelled from Forest School because she started biting her classmates! Fortunately, Ruthie has started eating well; having an appropriate diet has definitely improved her mood and helped her recover from an infection. Hopefully she might soon get the all clear to return to Forest School.
It is no secret that orangutans are threatened with extinction because their rain forests are being destroyed at an alarming rate. My heart goes out to these amazing creatures.
You may ask the question… why donate to charity? There are a host of reasons to donate to charity. For instance, you can donate to charity is to help the less fortunate. If you have been blessed, making a decision to donate to charity can help you give a little back.
Another great reason to donate to charity is to reduce clutter. A decision to donate to charity does not necessarily mean a cash donation. You can donate to charity by giving items as well. Are there things taking up space in your home that you could
donate to charity?
Don't forget the great tax benefits. All of us are looking for ways to pay less money to the government.
Has any organization been a help to you in a time of need? And not to forget participating in charity fun runs and walks. It’s a fantastic way to enjoy the outdoors whilst achieve some exciting health and fitness goals and raising money for a good cause.
Finally, determine the cause that means the most to you when making your decision to donate to charity. If you are going to donate to charity it only makes sense to choose one that matters to you. I did... along with some other amazing causes! Some day I dream to backpack through Borneo and visit Ruthie… ☺
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