Ilya
March 12, 2012, 9:24pm
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this is a case of a noble cause gone awry. it’s kind of similar to what susan g komen does. great cause, poor execution (in that the ceo make about 4.9 mill too much).
so invisiblechildren spend a shit ton of money on advertising and expenses, and only 37% of the donated money makes it to these kids. they make a “kit” which is like wrist bands and posters, etc, which is just brand awareness (which is good, but when the profits don’t go to the children, then that’s a problem)
they also won’t divulge their tax information publicly, which is a major red flag especially since they’re a “non-for-profit”
if you really feel compelled, do some research and try to find a worthwhile charity like UNICEF, but the only place your money will go to invisiblechildren is to advertising.
This link disagrees with your bold text:
I’m sure they have their issues and could be better run, but some of the ‘hate’ they are getting is ridiculous. Who knew, before that video, who Kony was? I’ll be the first to admit that I did not. Isn’t that the point?