Wary of donating to charities. - Page 4

qualitygal · ‎10-04-2010

I think you have enough on your plate and no need to wonder about others. One handicapped person once said, "you can't see all the handicap on the outside of some people". Think the same is true for many. Because we can't "see or understand" is of no concern. Good luck to you and yours and I sincerely the next year is on the way up for you.

There was a news report the other day of a man getting out of a very expensive car and stopping next to a car with a wrapped up tree on it. The man stole it. Maybe he stold the car he drove up in. Who knows????

Group 5 minus 1 · ‎03-11-2010

Sometimes wealthy people volunteer,but I know what you mean. I always judge women by their finger nails, if they have a manicure I wonder where they got the money.

Hubbs says none of those people own their car. There is a lot of debt.

Shanus · ‎05-17-2010

I have always been under the impressiont that late model meant a fairly new car.

Charities? There are always people who will take advantage of what they are not entitled to receive. That's just the way our world works. Smash and Grabs and then setting up a warehouse to resell the items? What's the difference between that and picking up a meal when you can afford your groceries?

DrakesMomma · ‎06-02-2010

I kinda agree with the OP. Someone I know would go to all the local food pantries and complain about the type of food she received. I sugessted she save gas and perhaps spend more time at the grocery store she went to and look for more deals. They aren't always in obvious places. She would also sign up at various places for Christmas presents for her children. Yep, she complained about them as well. If the gifts came wrapped she would unwrap them and decide if they were "good enough" for her children. She told me she threw some of them away.

Group 5 minus 1 · ‎03-11-2010

Wait, I have a question? Does the OP have free internet? Does she shop on the Q? Isn't that costly?

Jaspertimes · ‎06-14-2010

I decided a long time ago that if I donated or gave money it was coming from my willing heart and not to second guess anyone's motives for taking it. Most people know what it's like to have seasons of struggle.

Another new name Sue · ‎03-11-2010

I have worked at a food bank. So what if one person out of hundreds didn't really need the food?? The people who need it are very grateful, appreciative, and genuinely need the help too.

bonnielu · ‎03-11-2010

Lots of people and families in great need. And lots of folks posting on our local website NextDoor asking for money. One or two of them have literally been caught claiming to live in 5 different places not even in the same vicinity and having different stories. Exposed as a scam.

So with that said how can we know? How can we help those in real need if we have to sort out the scammers.

For that reason I don't donate to any requests on line. I donate to agencies that actually aid the lives of those in need. I made one acception.... a case where I actually knew the family and wanted to help. Others in our group of friends did the same.

RetRN · ‎10-01-2013

@Allthingsgirly67, I totally agree with you. It is like the thieves at stores, you see them driving away in a BMW, Mercedes, Audi, etc.

I give to individuals that I know are in need instead of to charities. It is so sad that some people ruin things for others who truly are in dire situations.

I hope that once your divorce is final you can move on with your life and things will improve. Your are a survivor--be proud of yourself and take good care. Ignore others who choose to jump all over you.