Donation Collection (#9)

Prince George naming the new lifeboat, Walton, Essex
Prince George, Duke of Kent (1902-1942), at the naming ceremony of the new lifeboat at Walton-on-the-Naze, Essex. The boat was named EMED

Queen Marys Coronation gift, Barn House, Whitstable, Kent

Street music: An itinerant piper, 1831
Getting Cash for notes -an itinerant piper recieves a donation from women on their doorstep. Date: 1831

Macclesfield Workhouse Childrens Outing Fund - Subscription
A receipt issued to W.W. Brocklehurst for a donation to the Macclesfield Workhouse Childrens Outing Fund. It is signed by the workhouse master J.H. Lingard. Date: 1913

Poster: Blood Donors Wanted. Your blood can save the life of someone, somewhere. Showing two soldiers tending a wounded colleague. 20th century

Champs Elysees open air concert, c. 1800
A man plays what looks like a harpsicord at open air concert in Champs Elysees, France. Date: c.1800

Wartime poster seeking blood donors. They ve got him! Have we got you as a blood donor? With a space at the bottom for details of a local donation centre

Brains in petri dishes, conceptual image
Brains in petri dishes, conceptual artwork

Spare noses. Conceptual computer artwork of noses being stored in glass bottles. This represents the growth of human tissue for surgery to replace defective or old body parts

Spare lips. Conceptual computer artwork of lips being grown in petri dishes. This represents the growth of human tissue for surgery to replace defective or old body parts

Spare ears. Conceptual computer artwork of ears being grown in petri dishes. This represents the growth of human tissue for surgery to replace defective or old body parts

Spare body parts. Computer artwork of human torsos for use as spare parts. They may have been grown for use, or obtained from dead bodies

Body parts for sale. Conceptual computer artwork of a male torso with " for sale" written across it. This could represent the process of selling organs and even limbs for profit

Spare hearts. Conceptual computer artwork of spare hearts stored in jars, overlaid with the banding (pink & white) of a DNA autoradiogram

Evelyn table blood vessels, 17th century

Donor brain, conceptual artwork
Donor brain on a dish, conceptual computer artwork

RED CROSS POSTER, 1917. American Red Cross recruiting and fundraising poster. Lithograph by Richard Fayerweather Babcock, 1917

Working mens homes, Spitalfields, East End of London
A block of working mens homes, near Middlesex Street, Spitalfields, East London. A number of organisations such as the Peabody Donation Fund

Blood Donation WWII
A French blood donor curiously watches her blood running into the receptable provided during World War II

Cradle of Henry V, donated by George V
The cradle of Henry V, donated by George V to the New London Museum, which opened in Kensington Palace in 1912. Prior to this, the cradle was at Windsor Castle

Donation to Seamen
A note detailing a mothers donation to the Missions to Seamen charity in memory of her son, whose ship was sunk in the Altantic in World War Two

Charlemagne Donation
Charlemagne makes a gift of land to the Catholic Church of several estates in Italy

Collecting box, St. Patricks Cathedral, New York, United States of America, North America

A Salvation Army member collecting donations
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Two young monks carrying basket of donations during the Pha That Luang Festival during Buddhist Lent, at the Great Stupa in Vientiane, Laos, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Mice and Beggars
A dog solicits a donation for his violin-playing companion, but the three students are as poor as church mice.... one carries a portfolio bearing Grandvilles name

Women of Rome donate their jewellery
The women of Rome donate their jewellery in gratitude for the capture of the Etruscan city of Veii

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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.