Ohhh.
I thought it was just an image/PR thing, but that makes so much more sense, because there is direct financial benefit.
Thanks for educating!
Still, at least the charities also benefit from it.
Probably does feel easier for most people to spare a few cents while shopping, potentially avoiding small change, instead of having to actively donate a few dollars.
If they did that it is illegal, the customers can retain receipt and claim as charitable deduction, the business cannot as they are just a middle man funds collector.
Edit: Misinformed.
Ohhh. I thought it was just an image/PR thing,
but that makes so much more sense, because there is direct financial benefit.Thanks for educating!Still, at least the charities also benefit from it. Probably does feel easier for most people to spare a few cents while shopping, potentially avoiding small change, instead of having to actively donate a few dollars.
If they did that it is illegal, the customers can retain receipt and claim as charitable deduction, the business cannot as they are just a middle man funds collector.
Thanks for the correction!