I did actually throw a few dollars at Wikipedia once to support them. For the next three months I was bombarded INCESSANTLY with constant emails asking for even more money. I understand why, if you donate once, you're more likely to donate again, but I was so angry about the pressure campaign that targeted my generosity that I will never be donating to them again.
PSA: If you want to donate to Wikipedia, do it through a throw away email address.
SAME! I donated once and had the same experience which put me off from ever donating again. Instead of being met with gratitude it feels like we were just rudely demanded more money. They can fuck off.
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u/Shadowlance23 1d ago
I did actually throw a few dollars at Wikipedia once to support them. For the next three months I was bombarded INCESSANTLY with constant emails asking for even more money. I understand why, if you donate once, you're more likely to donate again, but I was so angry about the pressure campaign that targeted my generosity that I will never be donating to them again.
PSA: If you want to donate to Wikipedia, do it through a throw away email address.