Hi Adam, we're not a charity, we're 100% a BUSINESS. But we're an ethical business that uses half of our profits to do good things. That's more than every other toilet paper company in the world.
Hi Adam. Under Australia tax law charities are not allowed to provide anything in exchange for a donation - a 'perk' would be a breach of tax law, and a charity providing a 'perk' would lose their deductible grift receipt (as required for tax deductible donations) status. We can't control that there is an option for people to make a contribution without claiming a perk. We're not asking for people to do this (or encouraging them) - that's why we're offering perks.
What an awesome concept and I think it's fantastic to start a business where it gives some of the proceeds specifically to a real problem in the world that really will make a difference in solving some basic issues. I am glad you guys made your goal and it feels great to see people get inspired and get behind an awesome idea. Gives me more faith in humanity! Forgive me if you've already answered this question - but will it be in stores? If yes, do you have a time frame of when, and which stores?
Was just about to start a free trial on your website but I can't because I live in Germany and the banks don't provide proper cards like Visa or Mastercard debit cards (unless you sign up for a credit card) - meaning that I can't pay on your site with my bank card 😕
If you have a competitive price and product, I'm not against buying the product. The problem is in the requests for donating and appearing to be a charity. How many companies require donations to start up? "It's as simple as that. We take something that everybody needs, and use the proceeds to help people in need." Do you think when people here that they think they're donating to your back pocket? (Regardless of how you invest the money, that is the effect through shareholder equity)
Hey Adam, we're actually not expecting to make any money off this first order... it's all going into the business. WaterAid know that, and we're not hiding it. We're not a charity, we're a business. And if we're successful we'll be doing a whole lot more good than every other toilet paper company in the world.
Great idea that I am sol glad is funded!! I just want to know who did your video coz I need one for our non profit we can creating around community development, health and wellness through running.
Hi Adam. We hope that people don't think they're 'donating to a charity' when they're pre-ordering product from us, that would mean the point we're trying to get across has been lost.
It asks people to "contribute now" (sounds a lot like donate to me) and if you contribute large amounts you get a perk, as opposed to making an order for toilet paper e.g. if you donate $5 you can claim a thank-you tweet. This is similar to the perk system offered by some charities. You also have an option for making a contribution with no perk. That IS a donation. Don't you think this could appear to some contributors to be a charity rather than a for-profit business?
Where are you hiding that commercial I just saw advertising your product? The one with the lady hugging the tree and then later on spinning and kicking? She’s a gem and I want to share that video on social media so much! I didn’t see it here and I didn’t see it on your Instagram. WTH?
the advert made me laugh so much, thank you guys!!!! I shared it to all my friends - we loved the bit about how we really CAN make a difference!!! we aren't going to buy this dumb product tho but the LULZ were real
Jennifer, the problem is some people may have been making donations to this company thinking that it is a charity. WGAC has received a lot of publicity for Simon sitting on a toilet to raise money for charity, when in fact it is raising money for a business. This is a serious problem. You're right, he has at least been trying to actually respond to my comments and questions rather than resolve to random personal attacks. Some people aren't quite so respectful.
Please : Just dont put an ad in front of your pitch. Otherwise this is legendary. People still watch this video to engage with your brand not to see a video of another brand.
I agree. One of the problems with this is it seems like you're giving money to charity but really 50% of the donation you make is going straight into his back pocket. I hope your comment stays up. It looks like my previous comment on the issue got deleted.
The ad you are running right now that makes note of ONE person creating 29 TP plastic wrapper waste (and shows multipack plastic) needs to contact the person who used the TP.....they have an issue they need to see a doctor about. No one goes through 29 multipacks of TP in one year (never mind even 29 single rolls) unless they have a digestion issue
the difference is if you give him money waterAid will keep receive some money after what you gave has been spent, it s like give a fish or learn to fish remember
The forests in Victoria's Central Highlands is the BEST forest in the world at storing carbon and can hold 1900 tonnes of carbon per hectare. So our genius government cuts down 3000 ha per year to make office and toilet paper. VicForest is the best.
If you want that guy's toilet paper, give him money. If you think this is cool because he gives 50% to waterAid, then instead of giving him something that will be divided in 2 for WaterAid, give it directly to waterAid so they get 100%.
I don't know why people are making a big deal about this. What's so bad about a group of people trying to help the less fortunate by selling something we literally wipe our arses with?
You're referring to tax deductible charities. Not all charities are tax deductible in Australia. Do you think that any of your contributors might think they're donating to a charity?
If that's your aim, you're better off investing money and donating the profits each year. It would provide the same profit except 100% would go to charity.
"Saving the world from the bottom up"
Who doesn't love a hot bearded ginger?
We're selling in Australia, USA, and the UK.
When I saw the thumbnail, I thought it was Obi-Wan Kenobi
you had me at the 'poke-through rate' assurance.
nothing disrupts the joy of #2 more.
Hi Adam, we're not a charity, we're 100% a BUSINESS. But we're an ethical business that uses half of our profits to do good things. That's more than every other toilet paper company in the world.
Well done! Love this videos! Especially the video with the lady in the tree - - - hilarious! I like your style
Lol I remember this Simon guy from Melbourne Uni.... QM2 tutor... that's right!
Good stuff Simon.
Hi Adam. Under Australia tax law charities are not allowed to provide anything in exchange for a donation - a 'perk' would be a breach of tax law, and a charity providing a 'perk' would lose their deductible grift receipt (as required for tax deductible donations) status.
We can't control that there is an option for people to make a contribution without claiming a perk. We're not asking for people to do this (or encouraging them) - that's why we're offering perks.
PTR ..brilliant. I love this. Sharing and donating!
love the idea guys!
What an awesome concept and I think it's fantastic to start a business where it gives some of the proceeds specifically to a real problem in the world that really will make a difference in solving some basic issues. I am glad you guys made your goal and it feels great to see people get inspired and get behind an awesome idea. Gives me more faith in humanity! Forgive me if you've already answered this question - but will it be in stores? If yes, do you have a time frame of when, and which stores?
Was just about to start a free trial on your website but I can't because I live in Germany and the banks don't provide proper cards like Visa or Mastercard debit cards (unless you sign up for a credit card) - meaning that I can't pay on your site with my bank card 😕
The toilet paper isn't white enough for my parents, I'm sorry. We need more bleach in our water system.
Very good indeed. I’ll give it a go from next purchase.
"Low P.T.R." --- awesome!!
Well they were able to doo-doo it
If you have a competitive price and product, I'm not against buying the product. The problem is in the requests for donating and appearing to be a charity. How many companies require donations to start up? "It's as simple as that. We take something that everybody needs, and use the proceeds to help people in need." Do you think when people here that they think they're donating to your back pocket? (Regardless of how you invest the money, that is the effect through shareholder equity)
Hey Adam, we're actually not expecting to make any money off this first order... it's all going into the business. WaterAid know that, and we're not hiding it. We're not a charity, we're a business. And if we're successful we'll be doing a whole lot more good than every other toilet paper company in the world.
Great idea that I am sol glad is funded!! I just want to know who did your video coz I need one for our non profit we can creating around community development, health and wellness through running.
this is genius :D
(if you ever expand to Europe, be sure we're all aware of it !)
It's Always Sunny In Philadelphia anyone?
I love how the T.P said no inks or dyes, with inks and dyes
You're bang on! And if we're successful (if you help to make us successful), we'll keep giving money to WaterAid for years to come.
How come it's more expensive ? Jw
Wow. respect!
when will your product be coming to the UK ?
Hi Adam. We hope that people don't think they're 'donating to a charity' when they're pre-ordering product from us, that would mean the point we're trying to get across has been lost.
Great film/idea guys! Consider it shared!
Please post your latest ad with the gal in the tree. I want to share it to get others to purchase it please & thank you.
It asks people to "contribute now" (sounds a lot like donate to me) and if you contribute large amounts you get a perk, as opposed to making an order for toilet paper e.g. if you donate $5 you can claim a thank-you tweet. This is similar to the perk system offered by some charities. You also have an option for making a contribution with no perk. That IS a donation. Don't you think this could appear to some contributors to be a charity rather than a for-profit business?
Brilliant! Good luck!
shut up
Where are you hiding that commercial I just saw advertising your product? The one with the lady hugging the tree and then later on spinning and kicking? She’s a gem and I want to share that video on social media so much! I didn’t see it here and I didn’t see it on your Instagram. WTH?
Just use your hand and don’t use any paper. Even better use a friends hand.
lol he's just sitting on his macbook waiting for his money, it won't even take much longer
Hello ! You mention the fact that your toilet paper has "low PTR" : what does that mean?
Freaking hilarious great job guys! you had me practically rolling on the floor.
how bitch your humor is broken
But you've still got to buy toilet paper... and where does that money currently end up?
Im straight up holding one of their toilet papers right now it has yellow package
You need some friends mate.
Is there something like this in the U.S.???
the advert made me laugh so much, thank you guys!!!! I shared it to all my friends - we loved the bit about how we really CAN make a difference!!! we aren't going to buy this dumb product tho but the LULZ were real
Who came up with the script for this? Really good copywriting skills guys! (and the idea's not bad either :P)
Jennifer, the problem is some people may have been making donations to this company thinking that it is a charity. WGAC has received a lot of publicity for Simon sitting on a toilet to raise money for charity, when in fact it is raising money for a business. This is a serious problem.
You're right, he has at least been trying to actually respond to my comments and questions rather than resolve to random personal attacks. Some people aren't quite so respectful.
Please : Just dont put an ad in front of your pitch. Otherwise this is legendary. People still watch this video to engage with your brand not to see a video of another brand.
Just seen your advert. Just in time for Lockdown 2: COVID masquerade
This video has been used for educational purposes on video pitches!
I agree. One of the problems with this is it seems like you're giving money to charity but really 50% of the donation you make is going straight into his back pocket. I hope your comment stays up. It looks like my previous comment on the issue got deleted.
Nice
The ad you are running right now that makes note of ONE person creating 29 TP plastic wrapper waste (and shows multipack plastic) needs to contact the person who used the TP.....they have an issue they need to see a doctor about. No one goes through 29 multipacks of TP in one year (never mind even 29 single rolls) unless they have a digestion issue
the difference is if you give him money waterAid will keep receive some money after what you gave has been spent, it s like give a fish or learn to fish remember
The forests in Victoria's Central Highlands is the BEST forest in the world at storing carbon and can hold 1900 tonnes of carbon per hectare. So our genius government cuts down 3000 ha per year to make office and toilet paper. VicForest is the best.
haha lol
If you want that guy's toilet paper, give him money.
If you think this is cool because he gives 50% to waterAid, then instead of giving him something that will be divided in 2 for WaterAid, give it directly to waterAid so they get 100%.
i did the biggest crap
and it was juciy and sloppy and dry and lumpy and it smelt like viniger
good features of the tissue,but why is it called who gives a crap?
Just use a bidet...
I don't know why people are making a big deal about this. What's so bad about a group of people trying to help the less fortunate by selling something we literally wipe our arses with?
Al Bundy likes this...
I DID A CRAP
The worst ad campaign in the history of advertising.
rofl
jehan lk
You're referring to tax deductible charities. Not all charities are tax deductible in Australia.
Do you think that any of your contributors might think they're donating to a charity?
I like the idea, but it is misleading. It presents itself as a charity when it is a for-profit business.
If that's your aim, you're better off investing money and donating the profits each year. It would provide the same profit except 100% would go to charity.
Crap ad.