Jon Kuhrt (CEO of Hope into Action) writes: A few Christmases ago, when I was running a homeless charity in London, we took a phone call that I will never forget.
A businessman was due to host a major event for 50 colleagues and clients in a prestigious London member’s club. A number of guests were flying in to attend, but there was a sudden cold snap and the freezing conditions meant many flights were cancelled. So, he decided to postpone the event and contacted the club to tell them.
However, because of the late notice, the club said that he would have to pay the full amount even if no one came. As a long-term member who had spent thousands of pounds there, he was disgusted not to be given more flexibility. He phoned the manager and said: “If you charge me, I am going to bring 50 homeless people here to eat the meal I have paid for.”
The manager thought he was bluffing and reminded the businessman of the club’s dress code and that they would refuse entry to anyone who was intoxicated. The businessman replied: “Nonsense, you always let me in wearing jeans, and if you barred people who had had a drink then no one would be let in.” He slammed the phoned down. And then he phoned us... READ MORE...
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