LC: FR guys, how about Poker & Philanthropy?

[SimaoMacaco]

I have had a good month of poker and in addition to buying myself and my wife some nice things.. i finally got round to setting up a monthly donation to www.wateraid.org.

It takes me a few profitable hours each month now to make a difference to peoples lives. Hell, next time a donk gets stacked, a life might actually be saved somewhere. I'll be sure to mention that to the next donk that gets snagged. I am sure he will feel better [img]/images/graemlins/tongue.gif[/img]

Just a thought to some of you guys that are doing well building rolls etc..

Does anyone else play for any good causes (awaiting a barrage of silly comments):

[PokerFun007]

Well done you! I give generously to a variety of causes, but my roll is so small that poker winnings gifts would be insignificant in comparison.

[toymach776]

Simao you are the man!!! NH!! I have nothing but the highest respect for you for doing this. You think about the welfare of your fellow human beings rather trying build a roll to buy a plasma TV or some stupid [censored] like that. I wish that more poker players would do things like this. Next time I cash out, I will definitely give a portion to such a charity. maybe this wateraid. Ill check it out.

[SimaoMacaco]

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Simao you are the man!!! NH!! I have nothing but the highest respect for you for doing this. You think about the welfare of your fellow human beings rather trying build a roll to buy a plasma TV or some stupid [censored] like that. I wish that more poker players would do things like this. Next time I cash out, I will definitely give a portion to such a charity. maybe this wateraid. Ill check it out.

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Hang on there.. i want all those things too =D .. but i think 'balance' is the secret to life and poker

[King Spew]

Poker $$$ is poker money.

Charity $$$ comes out of general revenue stream.

[Bluegrassplayer]

This seems like it would be -ev over time.

Seriously though, good for you, what limits do you play?

[CaptVimes]

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Hang on there.. i want all those things too =D .. but i think 'balance' is the secret to life and poker

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Balance is the secret to everything. NH. In truth it costs us so little to help others out.

[five4suited]

I think the poker gods are the sort to appreciate a sacrifice in their name.

[Johnes Benjamin]

I am far too poor at this point in my life, but I have much respect for those that donate moneys and hope I can comfortably do the same in the future.

[Mr_Donktastic]

If any of you live in NY and like clean water my job used to be coordinator of the Hudson River Watershed Alliance: www.hudsonwatershed.org

They can't take donations directly but Clearwater can take $ for them (they are an awesome group too and my former employer)... www.clearwater.org