I just re-read Pip's statement and I am not sure what point he was making?
Azrael, I often donate and such and do so because I want to, not because I want brownie points or any other kind of points. The beauty of this program is that you don't have to participate and yet it encourages us all...
I recently donated several bags of clothing to our local thrift store. (YaY! for losing weight....Boo that it was in October! lol) Anyway, they always give a coupon towards the next purchase in their store and a paper we can use in filing a tax deduction. Is this considered a compensation...