The Right Thing. - Page 4

chagrin · 12-08-2005, 07:49 AM

I donate every year to Veterans (VFW and on)causes and have already done so this year. I am passing this link along to my coworkers here.

God Bless 'em!
Happy Holiday season Iowanian

RedNFeisty · 12-08-2005, 11:25 AM

Instead of giving money to a church every week, I donate various things through out the year and do not take a tax deduction.

Each year I clean out the little guys toy boxes and donate to the Wichita Children's Home, the toys are used but still in new condition. Plus we donate coats and clothes for the winter. This year we are also selecting a few names from the Tree of Angles at the mall.

I liked the notion of paying for the persons meal behind me in drive through...perhaps a nice gesture can spread through various avenues before stopping.

For all who open their hearts and pocket books to those who are in need!!

C-Mac · 12-08-2005, 11:37 AM

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Originally Posted by RedNFeisty

Instead of giving money to a church every week, I donate various things through out the year and do not take a tax deduction.

Each year I clean out the little guys toy boxes and donate to the Wichita Children's Home, the toys are used but still in new condition. Plus we donate coats and clothes for the winter. This year we are also selecting a few names from the Tree of Angles at the mall.

I liked the notion of paying for the persons meal behind me in drive through...perhaps a nice gesture can spread through various avenues before stopping.

For all who open their hearts and pocket books to those who are in need!!

Below is a more than great venue for getting rid of things that may have value but you no longer need and are willing to give away...or if your in need of something.
http://www.freecycle.org/

RedNFeisty · 12-08-2005, 11:40 AM

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Originally Posted by C-Mac

Below is a more than great venue for getting rid of things that may have value but you no longer need and are willing to give away...or if your in need of something.
http://www.freecycle.org/

Thanks, I will certainly check it out!

mike_b_284 · 12-09-2005, 09:34 AM

call 98.9 the rock (913) 576-7989 between 9:00 and 9:30 am. Every morning they have people who need help on the air. From new shoes to medical costs to rebuilding homes. Anything you can contribute is gladly accepted.

mike_b_284 · 12-08-2005, 10:04 PM

God bless you all, very impressive.

SLAG · 12-09-2005, 01:09 AM

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Originally Posted by mike_b_284

God bless you all, very impressive.

YOU believe in God?

HA!

mike_b_284 · 12-09-2005, 10:47 AM

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Originally Posted by SLAG02

YOU believe in God?

HA!

not really the point

SLAG · 12-09-2005, 10:50 AM

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Originally Posted by mike_b_284

not really the point

I know but since this is the Giving Season I figure I give you some Sh*t

Chief Henry · 12-08-2005, 02:54 PM

Iowanians gettin all warm and fuzzy inside.
Thats a good thing.

Our "Operation Santa" has less needy families this year than the last several years. I just heard the report on our local radio station. The ladies talking about it seem surprised.

My wife loves picking out a kids name off the tree
and shopping for them. She gets a bunch a stuff for the kids.

**Iowanian** · 12-08-2005, 03:09 PM

I appreciate what I've seen happen so far in this thread. Now, if we, and some of the lurkers will follow through.

I saw mention of doing things not only during the Christmas season. Thats absolutely true. I was taught long ago to help others in need. If you're able, make an effort to stop and help someone change a flat tire, give them a ride from an accident(which I did 2hrs ago)....I never accept money for those things.

year round, there are many charities that ask for help....at work, I jokingly call it "the charity tax" because we get hit all the time, for most all the local service organizations....One collects old Eye glasses, one does hearing screenings, one collects coats.....most want money, and there is always the 37forever foundation. Any Monetary wager I win online, always goes to that, though I leave it to the honor system.

It turns out "you internet people" just might not all be introverted, arseholes.

Good stuff. I'm always looking for a new idea.

plbrdude · 12-08-2005, 07:07 PM

it truly is more blessed to give than receive.

**Iowanian** · 12-08-2005, 07:15 PM

I've been telling women that since I was....for years.

**Bwana** · 12-08-2005, 07:51 PM

Great post. I try to do a lot of those things on the list every year myself. I even knock the snow off the old boys driveway next door when it snows and he's a donks fan.

chagrin · 12-09-2005, 08:31 AM

If I could just mention one more thing...

Back in 2003, when I was losing my home and was moving out and into my car, I received food from a local charity center and I know they got money for that from donations. They were not a state, city or county run facility. Money or food donated to places like this help so very much. Even a dollar in the Salvation Army bucket will buy a load of oatmeal or other stuff to folks who need it.

I am so extremely grateful for the services I received when I needed it most. I am doing well now and give all year to all sorts of different organizations.

I love reading all this from you dudes, and gals too!!

12-08-2005, 07:49 AM	#1
chagrin Giggitty! Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Missoula, Mt Casino cash: $9804905	I donate every year to Veterans (VFW and on)causes and have already done so this year. I am passing this link along to my coworkers here. God Bless 'em! Happy Holiday season Iowanian __________________ Times have changed, so have I, things are better now.
Posts: 13,414

12-08-2005, 11:25 AM	#2
RedNFeisty Smokin Join Date: May 2003 Location: Wichita Casino cash: $10004900	Instead of giving money to a church every week, I donate various things through out the year and do not take a tax deduction. Each year I clean out the little guys toy boxes and donate to the Wichita Children's Home, the toys are used but still in new condition. Plus we donate coats and clothes for the winter. This year we are also selecting a few names from the Tree of Angles at the mall. I liked the notion of paying for the persons meal behind me in drive through...perhaps a nice gesture can spread through various avenues before stopping. For all who open their hearts and pocket books to those who are in need!! __________________ F.O.C.U.S sportsshrink: Don't bite the hand that feeds you!!!! "We the Fans" feed you Morons!!
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12-09-2005, 09:34 AM	#5
mike_b_284 Veteran Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Houston, TX Casino cash: $10004900	If anyone needs people to help call 98.9 the rock (913) 576-7989 between 9:00 and 9:30 am. Every morning they have people who need help on the air. From new shoes to medical costs to rebuilding homes. Anything you can contribute is gladly accepted.
Posts: 1,173

12-08-2005, 10:04 PM	#6
mike_b_284 Veteran Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Houston, TX Casino cash: $10004900	God bless you all, very impressive.
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12-08-2005, 02:54 PM	#10
Chief Henry MVP Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: IOWA Casino cash: $10005088	Iowanians gettin all warm and fuzzy inside. Thats a good thing. Our "Operation Santa" has less needy families this year than the last several years. I just heard the report on our local radio station. The ladies talking about it seem surprised. My wife loves picking out a kids name off the tree and shopping for them. She gets a bunch a stuff for the kids. __________________ Patrick Mahomes...The only QB to ever play in the NFL with at least 5,000 passing yards in a single season and 5,000 passing yards in a single college season.
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12-08-2005, 03:09 PM	#11
Iowanian Supporter Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Utopia Casino cash: $1658454	I appreciate what I've seen happen so far in this thread. Now, if we, and some of the lurkers will follow through. I saw mention of doing things not only during the Christmas season. Thats absolutely true. I was taught long ago to help others in need. If you're able, make an effort to stop and help someone change a flat tire, give them a ride from an accident(which I did 2hrs ago)....I never accept money for those things. year round, there are many charities that ask for help....at work, I jokingly call it "the charity tax" because we get hit all the time, for most all the local service organizations....One collects old Eye glasses, one does hearing screenings, one collects coats.....most want money, and there is always the 37forever foundation. Any Monetary wager I win online, always goes to that, though I leave it to the honor system. It turns out "you internet people" just might not all be introverted, arseholes. Good stuff. I'm always looking for a new idea.
Posts: 62,945

12-08-2005, 07:07 PM	#12
plbrdude turd herder extraordiaire Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: hickville,mo Casino cash: $9997165	it truly is more blessed to give than receive.
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12-08-2005, 07:15 PM	#13
Iowanian Supporter Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Utopia Casino cash: $1658454	I've been telling women that since I was....for years.
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12-08-2005, 07:51 PM	#14
Bwana It's Five O'Clock Somewhere Join Date: Aug 2000 Location: Billings, Montana Casino cash: $2135790532	Great post. I try to do a lot of those things on the list every year myself. I even knock the snow off the old boys driveway next door when it snows and he's a donks fan. __________________ Adventure is dangerous....but monotony can kill you. Last edited by Bwana; 12-09-2005 at 09:13 AM..
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12-09-2005, 08:31 AM	#15
chagrin Giggitty! Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: Missoula, Mt Casino cash: $9804905	If I could just mention one more thing... Back in 2003, when I was losing my home and was moving out and into my car, I received food from a local charity center and I know they got money for that from donations. They were not a state, city or county run facility. Money or food donated to places like this help so very much. Even a dollar in the Salvation Army bucket will buy a load of oatmeal or other stuff to folks who need it. I am so extremely grateful for the services I received when I needed it most. I am doing well now and give all year to all sorts of different organizations. I love reading all this from you dudes, and gals too!! __________________ Times have changed, so have I, things are better now.
Posts: 13,414

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