Donation Collection (#7)

Fire station staff in meal break, London, WW2
Fire station staff having a meal supplied from a mobile canteen van in a school playground in London during the Second World War. Date: 1940s

First mobile kitchen donation, WW2
The Home Secretary, Herbert Morrison, receiving the keys to the first mobile kitchen from Lord Bennett (Richard Bedford Bennett)

Lady Beatty, WW1
Lady Beatty, formerly Ethel Tree, daughter of the Chicago department store founder, Marshall Field and wife of Admiral of the Fleet, David Beatty, 1st Earl Beatty

Plaque in Assembly Hall, Baden Powell House, London
Plaque in the Assembly Hall of Baden Powell House, Queens Gate, South Kensington, London. The building was officially opened by Queen Elizabeth II in 1961. The plaque was unveiled in October 1966

Mouth Organs for the Trenches, WW1
A consignment of 1000 mouth-organs, presented to the Army Council by Sir Francis Trippel for distribution among troops at the front. Date: 1915

Red Cross motor soup kitchen donated by Burberry s
A motor soup kitchen presented to the Red Cross Society by Messrs. Burberrys of Haymarket in 1915. The vehicle was of a very compact and serviceable design

Griffith Observatory, Los Angeles, California, USA. It includes a planetarium, a hall of science and a refracting telescope

Indulgence donation alms towards building Church
Artokoloro

Donation Stela Shabaqo Late Period Kushite Dynasty 25
Donation Stela, Shabaqo, Late Period, Kushite, Dynasty 25, ca, 712698 B.C, Nubia, Egypt, Sudan, Limestone, h, 36 cm, 14 3/16, w, 22.5, 8 7/8, th, 6, 2 3/8, Third Intermediate, Saite, large number

Donation box, Shree Laxmi Narihan Ji Hindu Temple, Jaipur, Rajasthan, India

MARGUERITE LeHAND (1898-1944). American, personal secretary to President Franklin D. Roosevelt. Organizing mail containing donations for the National Foundation for Infantile Paralysis

RED CROSS DEPOT, c1920. Women knitting and collecting surgical supplies at a Red Cross donation center in New York City. Photograph, c1920

A bundle of donated goods drifts to an island after being dropped out the back of
December 16, 2009 - A bundle of donated goods drifts to an island after being dropped out the back of a C-130 Hercules during Operation Christmas Drop

Vintage World War I poster of Uncle Sam with his arms around a soldier and a man signing the War Savings Pledge. It declares, Your War Savings Pledge

Vintage World War One poster of a soldier holding up four fingers. It reads, Doing My Bit Four Years, Do Yours Buy Victory Bonds

Vintage World War I poster of the Statue of Liberty talking on the telephone. It reads, Hello! This is liberty speaking - Billions of dollars are needed and needed now

Vintage World War I poster of German soldiers overseeing workers in a factory. It reads, To prevent this - Buy war savings certificates now

Vintage World War I poster of a large key labeled Munitions, Men, and Money. It reads, The key to the situation. Are you helping to turn it?

Vintage World War II poster of a European woman amid the ruins of a town
Vintage World War II poster of a European woman, tears coming from her eyes, standing amid the ruins of a town. It reads, ... and we talk about sacrifice. Buy War Bonds

World War I poster of the Statue of Liberty covering a wounded soldier with a Red
Vintage World War I poster of the Statue of Liberty covering a wounded soldier with a Red Cross shield. It reads, They fight for you protect them. Help the Red Cross raise $100, 000, 000 at once

World War II poster featuring the three wise men riding camels
Vintage World War II poster featuring the three wise men riding camels towards the Christmas star. It reads, For Peace and Security Buy Bonds

Vintage WPA poster of several books and the faces of a soldier and a sailor. It reads, Leave Books Here, Victory Book Campaign

World War I poster showing a snow covered cabin with a Red Cross sign in window
Vintage World War I poster showing a snow covered cabin on a mountain with a American Red Cross sign hanging in the window

Vintage World War One poster of a giant coin crushing a German soldier. It reads, Lend Your Five Shillings To Your Country And Crush The Germans

Vintage World War I poster of an older man reaching into his pocket as artillery and soldiers march behind him. It reads, My Duty. Back them up, invest in the war loan

Vintage World War I poster of a man smoking a cigar as Lady Liberty points at him. It reads, Bring in your $50 and take home your bond! Third Issue Liberty Bonds

Vintage WPA poster of a bulls-eye. It reads, Bullseye for binoculars loan today

Vintage World War II poster of Thomas Jefferson reading the Declaration of Independence to several men, including Benjamin Franklin and John Adams

Vintage World War One poster of Joan of Arc wearing armor, raising a sword. It reads, Joan of Arc saved France -- Women of America

Vintage World War II poster of a flying eagle clutching a bundle of books. It reads, Give more good books to our men in the armed services

World War I poster featuring the heads of four leaders from the Central Powers
Vintage World War I poster featuring the heads of four leaders from the Central Powers. It reads, 4 Reasons For Buying Victory Bonds

American Red Cross workers during a Red Cross parade
May 21, 1918 - Group portrait of female American Red Cross workers with uniformed young boys (possibly boy scouts) with a Red Cross flag holding money, during a Red Cross parade, Birmingham, Alabama

Person donating their rubber at a scrap rubber drive during World War II
June 15, 1942 - Person donating their rubber at a scrap rubber drive during World War II

A woman donates her silk stockings so it could be repurposed as powder bags during
A woman donates her old hosiery so it could be repurposed as powder bags which propel the projectile in big naval and coast defense guns

A woman donates her cooking fat to a butcher. circa June 1942
A woman donates her cooking fat to a butcher who will sell it to rendering plants where it will be processed into ammunition for Americas fighting men. circa June 1942

An eager school boy gets his first experience in using War Ration Book Two. circa 1943
An eager school boy gets his first experience in using War Ration Book Two. With many parents engaged in war work, children are being taught the facts of point rationing for helping out in family

Boys and girls collect fats and greases then turn it over to school authorities
As part of their junior commando activities, these boys and girls collect all fats and greases from local housewives during the week, and turn it over to school authorities in Roanoke, Virginia

St. Louis, serving a meal to the poor, from Military and Religious Life in the
KW478257 St. Louis, serving a meal to the poor, from Military and Religious Life in the Middle Ages by Paul Lacroix, published London c.1880 (litho) by French School

Reciept of payment received by Sir Jonathan Miles asylum at Hoxton House, 1832
XJF465167 Reciept of payment received by Sir Jonathan Miles asylum at Hoxton House, 1832 (ink on printed paper) by English School

Album of the Siege of Paris, Distribution of British donations, place des Victoires
XIR414937 Album of the Siege of Paris, Distribution of British donations, place des Victoires (pen & brown ink wash & pencil on paper) by Dore

Alms (b / w photo)
XBH366646 Alms (b/w photo) by Karelin, Andrei Osipovich (1837-1906); Private Collection; Russian, out of copyright

The Pope selling Indulgences from Passional Christi und Antichristi by
XJF294027 The Pope selling Indulgences from Passional Christi und Antichristi by Philipp Melanchthon, published in 1521 (woodcut) (b/w photo) by Cranach

The Pilgrims Meet Pope Cyriac before the Walls of Rome, from the St. Ursula Cycle
XAL245297 The Pilgrims Meet Pope Cyriac before the Walls of Rome, from the St. Ursula Cycle, 1498 (oil on canvas) by Carpaccio, Vittore (c.1460/5-1523/6); 281x307 cm; Galleria dell Accademia, Venice

Bathilda Gives Money to the Poor, from Histoire de France by Colart, published c
KW177711 Bathilda Gives Money to the Poor, from Histoire de France by Colart, published c.1840 (engraving) by French School

Madonna and Child with Donor, 1325-30 (tempera on panel)
XOS1765992 Madonna and Child with Donor, 1325-30 (tempera on panel) by Memmi, Lippo (fl.1317-47); 50.8u23.5 cm; National Gallery of Art, Washington DC, USA; Italian, out of copyright

Empress Giving Alms, 1880 (oil on canvas)
BAL174073 Empress Giving Alms, 1880 (oil on canvas) by Klodt von Jurgensburg, Baron Mikhail Petrovich (1835-1914); Vladimir Art Museum, Russia; Russian, out of copyright

Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) Giving a Pension of A Hundred Napoleons to the Pole
XIR165518 Napoleon Bonaparte (1769-1821) Giving a Pension of A Hundred Napoleons to the Pole, Nerecki, aged 117 years, January 1807, 1812 (oil on canvas) by Tardieu

The Works of Mercy (oil on panel)
XIR166370 The Works of Mercy (oil on panel) by Master of the Prodigal Son, (fl.1530-60); Musee des Beaux-Arts, Valenciennes, France; Netherlandish, out of copyright

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"Donation: A Journey of Generosity and Controversy" Down Lambeth Way, the vibrant community of Lambeth Walk is coming together to make a remarkable contribution. Inspired by their collective spirit they can pooling resources to purchase a Spitfire aircraft, symbolizing their unwavering support for those who fought valiantly in World War II. Amidst this act of unity, whispers circulate about spare kidneys being donated selflessly, highlighting the incredible power of organ donation. The spirit of giving continues as the Merchant Navy Comforts Service extends its helping hand during wartime hardships with compassion and care. However, not all donations come without controversy. Sir Richard Acland's Gift to the Nation sparks heated debates as opinions clash over its significance and implications. Yet amidst these disagreements, one thing remains clear - the intention behind such contributions is always driven by an innate desire to create positive change. Intriguingly contrasting with these serious matters is the Winter Solstice Nude Swim – an unconventional yet charitable event that encourages participants to shed inhibitions while raising funds for worthy causes. This captivating image reminds us that generosity can take many forms. A conceptual image depicting a healthy heart serves as a powerful reminder that even intangible gifts like love and kindness have immeasurable value when shared selflessly. Similarly thought-provoking is another conceptual image portraying frozen sperm - representing hope for future generations through scientific advancements in reproductive medicine. Across continents lies Elijah's Cave Synagogue in Haifa, Israel; within it resides a humble donation box where individuals from diverse backgrounds contribute towards communal welfare in the Middle East. Here lies proof that acts of giving transcend borders and unite humanity under one common purpose. Reflecting on ancient teachings comes Pharisee and Publican - reminding us that true charity goes beyond material possessions; it stems from humility and genuine empathy towards others' struggles. In times past, Buy War Bonds and Stamps envelopes served as tangible reminders of citizens' dedication to supporting their nations during times of conflict.