Are Streamers Ethical in Keeping Donations from Charity Streams?
Charity streams play a significant role on Twitch, with streamers raising millions of dollars for various causes. However, a recent controversy surrounding streamer TheDanDangler has ignited a debate about the ethics of keeping a percentage of donations from charity streams.
The Issue at Hand
TheDanDangler faced backlash after announcing that she would keep half of the money earned during a charity stream. While many streamers are praised for their efforts in spreading awareness and encouraging donations, some question the morality of profiting from charity streams.
A Streamer’s Perspective
FaZe Clan’s TheBoiSantana voiced his disapproval of streamers keeping a portion of charity stream earnings, although he did not mention TheDanDangler by name. TheDanDangler responded by stating that she had indeed donated half of her earnings to charity and had made her plans public during the stream.
The Twitter Debate
TheBoiSantana’s tweet sparked a debate on Twitter, with some users agreeing with him and criticizing TheDanDangler for allegedly using an illness to increase donations. Twitch partner and streamer Froste also sided with TheBoiSantana, insisting that clear disclosure on donation platforms is necessary for transparency.
Ethical Perspectives
While many condemn TheDanDangler’s actions, others argue that she was transparent about her intentions and that donors willingly contributed to her charity stream. They further argue that streamers have their own overhead costs and therefore, taking a percentage is not inherently unethical.
The controversy surrounding streamers and charity streams is not new. Previously, xQc claimed that some charities pay streamers for their participation, which was disputed by Dr Lupo and Jessica Blevins, who emphasized the need for transparency and disclosure.