Wary about our donations

Sympathetic people from around China might have poured in nearly 4.2-billion-yuan in earthquake relief to Yushu, Qinghai province, but that does not mean they're indifferent about how the donations are handled.

With the exception of corporate donors drumming up publicity, most donors contributed without wanting anything in return. Still, all of us who contributed either money or other forms of aid are seriously concerned about the way our charitable donations are funneled. We all want the funds to be used where it is most needed.

Those overseeing the donations must be aware that their conduct directly impacts the future of charitable undertakings. Knowing one's donation is being used efficiently may inspire a person to make more contributions. Messages of abuse and corruption, on the other hand, can effectively kill someone's philanthropic enthusiasm.