In A Christmas Carol, Charles Dickens presents charity as a fundamental moral responsibility and a defining quality of humanity. Through the transformation of Scrooge and the contrast between characters, Dickens criticizes the selfish attitudes of Victorian society and promotes compassion, generosity, and social responsibility. Ultimately, he suggests that charity is essential not only for helping others, but also for achieving personal redemption and creating a fairer society. At the beginning of the novella, Dickens presents a lack of charity as cruel and inhumane through Scrooge’s character. When asked to donate to the poor, Scrooge responds with the rhetorical questions, “Are there no prisons?… And the Union workhouses?” This dismissive tone reveals his impatience and refusal to empathize, suggesting he sees institutional solutions as sufficient rather than feeling any personal responsibility. His later comment that the poor “had better do it, and decrease the surplus population” is particularly shocking, as it reduces human life to an economic burden. By echoing Malthusian ideas, Dickens presents Scrooge as valuing profit over people. Furthermore, the simile “hard and sharp as flint” emphasizes his emotional coldness; just as flint cannot easily produce warmth, Scrooge lacks the compassion necessary for charity. Through this, Dickens criticizes a society that neglects the vulnerable and justifies inequality. In contrast, Dickens presents charity as a moral duty through the charitable gentlemen. They explain that “at this festive season of the year… it is more than usually desirable that we should make some slight provision for the Poor and destitute.” The reference to the “festive season” links charity to the spirit of Christmas, a time associated with generosity and goodwill. However, the phrase “more than usually” also implies that charity should not be limited to one time of year, subtly criticizing those who only give occasionally. Additionally, their description of the poor as lacking “common necessaries” highlights the severity of their situation, making Scrooge’s refusal appear even more heartless. Their polite and respectful tone contrasts sharply with Scrooge’s harshness, reinforcing Dickens’ message that charity is a basic social responsibility, particularly for those who are more fortunate. Dickens further develops the theme of charity through the Cratchit family, showing that true generosity is not dependent on wealth but on kindness and emotional warmth. Despite their poverty, Bob Cratchit proposes a toast: “I’ll give you Mr Scrooge, the Founder of the Feast!” This is deeply ironic, as Scrooge has contributed nothing, yet Bob still shows gratitude and respect. This demonstrates a different form of charity—one rooted in forgiveness and goodwill rather than money. Similarly, Tiny Tim’s blessing, “God bless us, every one!”, symbolizes universal compassion and inclusiveness, suggesting that charity should extend to all people. Dickens also describes the family as “happy, grateful, pleased with one another,” using a list to emphasize their emotional richness despite material hardship. Through the Cratchits, Dickens suggests that those who possess the least financially can often be the most generous in spirit, challenging negative stereotypes of the poor. The Ghost of Christmas Present intensifies Dickens’ message by presenting the consequences of a lack of charity through the allegorical figures of Ignorance and Want. When the Spirit reveals, “This boy is Ignorance. This girl is Want,” Dickens personifies social issues as vulnerable children, making them more immediate and emotionally powerful. The command “Beware them both” acts as a direct warning to both Scrooge and the reader, creating a sense of urgency. The use of the word “Doom” further suggests that if society continues to neglect the poor, it will face severe consequences. Through this, Dickens argues that charity is not optional but essential for the stability of society, as ignorance and poverty will only worsen if ignored. By the end of the novella, Scrooge’s transformation demonstrates the redemptive power of charity. He declares, “I am not the man I was,” showing a complete rejection of his former selfishness. Dickens reinforces this change through the repetition in the description that Scrooge became “as good a friend, as good a master, and as good a man.” The repeated adjective “good” emphasizes the extent of his moral improvement, suggesting that charity has redefined his identity. Furthermore, his role as “a second father” to Tiny Tim highlights that his generosity is not only financial but also emotional, showing a deep understanding of true charity. Importantly, Scrooge’s newfound kindness brings him happiness, reinforcing Dickens’ idea that generosity benefits both the giver and the receiver. In conclusion, Dickens presents charity in *A Christmas Carol* as an essential aspect of both individual morality and a just society. Through the contrast between Scrooge’s initial cruelty and his later generosity, as well as the examples of the Cratchits and the warnings of the spirits, Dickens argues that true charity involves empathy, responsibility, and genuine care for others. Ultimately, the novella serves as a powerful message to Dickens’ readers, encouraging them to embrace generosity and compassion in order to create a better world.