Mastermind Paul Higgins

[Caribeing]

Just watched Mastermind, Paul Higgins playing for Vegan Charity, what is Vegan Charity?

[Mamyalynne]

Did he not name it?

[Rockrose]

A charity promoting veganism perhaps

[Buenchico]

The Vegan Society:
https://twitter.com/phigster?lang=en

https://www.vegansociety.com/

[Caribeing]

Is being a vegan not a personal choice? Why would you need a Charity?

[Mamyalynne]

I presume like many Charities bent on educating others they spend lots on campaigns.

I don't necessarily agree with them , so I'd be unlikely to donate - that is where the choice comes in.

[Buenchico]

>>> Why would you need a Charity?

Quote:
" The Vegan Society works to help more people become vegan with confidence, encourage more trusted Vegan Society Trademarked products to be available in shops, and take veganism to the mainstream. It provides information and guidance on various aspects of veganism for new and potential vegans, caterers, healthcare professionals, educators and the media. It also co-ordinates a variety of campaigns to raise awareness of the lifestyle.

The Vegan Society runs a mentoring scheme to help people who would like to become vegan called the Vegan Pledge. The number of Pledgers has doubled in the last year, with over 1000 people taking the Pledge each month.

Our multi-disciplinary Research Committee consists of over 25 academics pursuing research on a range of topics within veganism"

Source:
https://www.vegansociety.com/about-us/further-information/key-facts

[JimF]

A charity can be set up for more or less any activity, providing it's not illegal: https://www.gov.uk/set-up-a-charity

This isn't one to which I'd donate personally as I enjoy meat and milk and eggs too much, but good luck to them I suppose!

[Prudie]

They smack a little too much as political activists with cult behaviours for me.

[hereIam]

Though not a vegan, or vegetarian, I'd donate.