The recession is not just hurting charity here, it is also affecting giving overseas.
According to a recent study, giving in England is down 11 percent this year, reports The London Telegraph.
John Low, chief executive of the Charities Aid Foundation, said: "Even though there are welcome signs the recession is technically ending, the economic downturn is still severely impacting charities, many of whom have had to cut jobs while facing increased demand for their services.
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