dogmom
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Post by dogmom on Jan 30, 2011 6:31:02 GMT -5
We donate to various causes throughout the year. I can't think of any year, even with money being tight that we haven't donated. It's not a "set" figure in our budget. We prefer to donate within our community. If we don't give money, than, we give of our time, our closet or our pantry.
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pepperdoo
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Post by pepperdoo on Jan 30, 2011 17:46:14 GMT -5
I have been on both ends of the spectrum, as Paul was at one point or the other in our lives, homeless at one time, hungry another and alone until we met. and We both just believed that it's not all about us.
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dogmom
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Post by dogmom on Jan 30, 2011 18:26:44 GMT -5
Thanks Pepperdoo. That's really where "it" in my opinion all comes together.
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Post by honeybunny66 on Feb 1, 2011 9:46:03 GMT -5
Giving isn't about whether someone deserves it or not. In fact, they may or may not. I try to view the world through the eyes of the Good Samaritan. In a nutshell, there was a wounded man lying in the gutter along the road. Most people simply walked by, crossed to the other side, pretended not to see. The Good Samaritan stopped and saw. Had compassion and bandaged the wounds, gave a hot meal and shelter for the night. He did not ponder the reason the person was in the gutter or dire straits. It is entirely possible this fellow created his own problem. But, to me, that is no longer the point. If you only give to the deserving, a lot of people in need don't fall under that category. - I like your style!
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telephus44
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Post by telephus44 on Feb 1, 2011 13:07:40 GMT -5
The only time I think of charitable giving as misplaced is when you cannot meet your financial obligations - if your rent, food, and car payment are $1500, and you make $1500, then to me, you shouldn't give $100 to charity and short pay your rent, car payment, or starve. As long as you can cover your financial obligations, I think it's perfectly fine to donate money to charitable causes, even if you are in debt.
Honestly, this is something I struggle with. We do donate money and "stuff" to a few charities we support - but I've never felt "called" to increasing my giving or make it a higher priority.
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Waffle
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Post by Waffle on Feb 1, 2011 13:14:19 GMT -5
I have trouble wanting to give, I am working on it but am judgemental about the poor that don't do for themselves. . . . I was planning to be more charitable this year but so far haven't, still working on justifying where to best use the money. Cronewitch - are you an "animal person" ? I have a colleague with similar views to yours. She gives her charitable dollars to animal causes. Says the animals can't help themselves, but people can. Maybe that would work for you if you really want to start giving.
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Post by upstatemom on Feb 2, 2011 10:01:06 GMT -5
Ironically, we did not always feel this way and money was tight. But, when we changed our thinking, and when we gradually worked on upping our donations, money was no longer an issue. Amazing how often this happens, love it!
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Post by upstatemom on Feb 2, 2011 10:03:41 GMT -5
I donate to our Church, money, food for the pantry and misc items that the Parish can use. Husband and I also volunteer in scouts and local sports clubs. Time is a wonderful thing to donate as well as money. As others stated, we donate blood often too. Give the gift of life
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