I pay $2K in Crimson Club every year.
I also donate to the Biz School every year.
I’m on the U Business Alumni Association Board of Directors and give lots of time and raise funds for scholarships (including from my company).
So why do I feel guilty cutting short the cute sophomore girl that called asking for more money?
I donate to the Crimson Club and to the business school as well. I usually wait for a bschool call such as yours to donate. That way the call is somewhat fun.
A portion of my work involves calling/cold calling so I do have a soft spot for it. I know many of the calls end as yours did and understand how you feel.