Encyclopedia of Opinion
Question
Should you give money to beggars?
Position‹2 of 6›

No, it disincentives them from seeking serious help.

This position holds that you should not give money to beggars because it disincentivises them from seeking serious help. It argues homeless people face problems far beyond a lack of cash, and that handouts may ease the pressure on them to save or to seek employment.

Supporting arguments · 2

  1. They may not feel pressure to seek employment
    Beggars make easy money. Contributing to them further reduces the incentive to seek employment.
  2. They may not feel pressure to save
    The amount of money made on the streets varies day to day, but each dollar earned in a day may reduce the incentive to save.