Charity Times Magazine - SMART GIVING: FINANCIAL POST BLOG

Are your purchasing habits influenced by a company's philanthropic support of certain causes?

	Yes. I already buy products from companies that support certain causes.
	Yes, I would buy products if I knew the company was supporting charities.
	Maybe ... it depends on what the proceeds are being used for.
	No, there isn't enough transparency to prove my money goes to help.

SMART GIVING: FINANCIAL POST BLOG

TORONTO - It's not surprising that the recent recession has affected the number of cheques we are writing to support our favorite charities. The Financial Post reports that according to Community Foundations Canada, donations are down 37per cent compared to a year ago.