New government idea: donate to local charities while shopping - Civil Society - Fundraising - News - providing news and in-depth coverage of charities, voluntary organisations and not-for-profits

New government idea: donate to local charities while shopping - Civil Society - Fundraising - News - providing news and in-depth coverage of charities, voluntary organisations and not-for-profits: "The government is examining proposals for a scheme to allow people to donate to good causes in their communities by adding a nominal charge to their bills in local shops and restaurants.

The idea emerged in the government’s new strategy document published yesterday, entitled Building a Stronger Civil Society."