Not just for donutsweeper

[phoenix64]

Happy National Doughnut Day everyone!

Even if you aren't in the US, I think you should still find a way to celebrate this very important holiday. Besides, what better time for the alien donuts to make trouble?

Comments

[rustydog.livejournal.com]

Ah, so Doughnut Day has fundraiser origins here as well! In Britain (I found out when theirs happened a month or two ago) they raise money for Children in Need. Or something. Now I can't find the information!

[phoenix64.livejournal.com]

Oh, apparently those limey bastards get an entire week! National Doughnut Week is used as a fundraiser for a charity called The Children's Trust.

Between that and Children in Need and Red Nose Day (and on a more serious note, Make Poverty History), I've gained a new appreciation for how the Brits approach charitable giving.

[rustydog.livejournal.com]

I agree! I mean, we have our national telethons occasionally, but I don't think there's the level of involvement. I mean, for Red Nose Day the TV shows do special episodes, individual workplaces have special fundraisers and special events, schools get involved. It's pretty cool.