When I began my job about 3 years ago they introduced something to me called a "coffee fund" everyone in the office put 3 dollars in each month. Being new I went along with this, however I don't drink coffee and they use this for other expenses, cards, random things like paper plates or if someone passes away and the such. However, the powers above will also send multiple emails in times like these asking for donations. Now I have no issue with helping someone who is having a hard time, however paying into a "coffee fund" for things I never use has become a pet peeve of mine. I am happy to give a donation, but being expected to give money irks me. Especially when I am receiving emails about it constantly. Many people in the office feel the same, but have continued to pay this some of them for decades. I know this is a minimal amount of money, but I was just curious for everyone's opinion on this and ideas for explaining to them that I am going to opt out.
Thanks.