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The Only Causes Worth My Money: Because People Aren’t Worth Saving

by | Dec 9, 2024

If I ever decided to crack open my wallet for charity, it’d only be for a cause that has nothing to do with people. Seriously, there’s only so much I can take of humanity’s endless drama and never-ending cries for attention. I mean, just imagine if there was a fund dedicated to everything except humans. Trees, animals, oceans, that one really cool rock you found in the park—anything that doesn’t complain, demand attention, or get themselves into predicaments that require endless GoFundMe campaigns. Finally, there would be a cause I can get behind without rolling my eyes so hard they might get stuck.  

1. Saving the Forests—Because Trees Don’t Talk Back

Donating to protect forests? Yes, please. Trees don’t nag, they don’t whine about their problems, and they certainly don’t ask you for favors. They just stand there, quietly filtering the air, providing shade, and generally minding their own damn business. I’d donate to that in a heartbeat. Plus, they don’t need to be rescued from stupid decisions, like getting stuck on a mountain because they thought hiking in flip-flops was a good idea.

2. Animal Shelters—Because Animals Are Easier to Love

Let’s face it, animals are way better than people. They’re loyal, they don’t judge, and the worst thing they might do is pee on your rug—not start a war over who’s right about literally everything. Giving to animal shelters? Sign me up. At least when you save a cat, it doesn’t turn around and ask you for rent money or try to rope you into some ridiculous pyramid scheme.

3. Ocean Clean-Up—Because the Ocean Doesn’t Care About Your Opinion

The ocean doesn’t give two craps about your latest hot take on social media, which makes it the perfect recipient of your generosity. You donate to clean up plastic waste, and in return, the ocean just keeps being vast, mysterious, and silent—no annoying thank-you cards, no passive-aggressive emails, no incessant solicitation calls – just endless waves and salty air. Ah, the bliss of not being needed.

4. Rock Conservation—Because Rocks Are Eternal, Just Like My Sarcasm

I would so give money to protect that really cool rock I found on my walk. Why? Because rocks are the ultimate low-maintenance beings. They don’t move, they don’t eat, and they sure as hell don’t need your validation. A rock just exists, in all its stony glory, oblivious to the chaos of human life. Supporting the preservation of rocks? I’d feel like a hero, but without the hassle of actually dealing with anyone.

So, if I ever decided to part with my hard-earned cash, it would be to a cause where my money could go to good use without the added stress of dealing with humanity’s endless demands. Let’s save the planet, the animals, the trees, and the rocks, and leave the humans to figure out their own mess. After all, nature doesn’t need us—we need it. And honestly, the less I have to deal with people, the better.

About Rude Yogi
After spending way too long watching stupid people do stupid things, I have finally caved and started a blog to ramble about life’s endless parade of annoyances. All in all, I am just another disgruntled soul trying to make sense of this mess we call life. I'm not here to help you find your inner peace; I’m here to point out how laughably futile your quest for it is. Namaste.