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In reply to the discussion: There's one problem that the United States doesn't have [View all]ProfessorGAC
(64,995 posts)36. I Say Yes
If one works for a nonprofit, I'd think they should expect to forego some of the luxury perquisites of executive status.
Want to fly nonpublic? Work for a major corporation.
You really think people take jobs with charitable organizations expecting the same compensation as in the for profit world? I think the vast majority are much too aware to have any other expectation.
Besides, the vast majority of business travelers fly commercial no matter the business. If the company, foundation, or church is covering the travel costs, what harm is done by flying commercial.
As someone who's gotten to fly private 6 times, I get the appeal. But, I don't see why it's justified for a nonprofit.
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Yeah, but it's our money when they enjoy federal and State non-profit tax exemption benefits,
KPN
Jul 2022
#12
Ever notice how many churches there are in Brooklyn. But at least they're there's a lot of diversity
Walleye
Jul 2022
#2
No other charity could just reinvest all their donations back into their organization
Shermann
Jul 2022
#22
If wine tasting charities brought in over 100 billion, I'm sure the IRS would take a second look
Shermann
Jul 2022
#30
"The only thing blocking that from going through is the indoctrinated portion of the electorate."
Zeitghost
Jul 2022
#33
So, you've moved on from false equivalencies to dubious Constitutional references
Shermann
Jul 2022
#34