Donations

dar512 · 07-31-2007, 09:34 PM

I think it's ironic that I get monthly requests from the Alzheimer's Association for donations. They must think I'll have forgotten how recently I gave.

elSicomoro · 07-31-2007, 09:40 PM

That, or they forget that you gave.

wolf · 08-01-2007, 03:18 AM

They gave me some forget-me-not seeds, but I forgot to plant them.

Aliantha · 08-01-2007, 03:25 AM

I think there must be some register or list that charities can get hold of, or maybe they list share. When they find someone who gives, they share it around.

It's amazing how many charities call us. As we speak, I've got one lot of raffle tickets on the bookcase waiting for the draw. Another lot are due to arrive next week some time. We also have a money tin to put spare change in for a different charity. Aside from that, we subscribe to lifesavers and also amnesty international and green peace.

I think we're the charity cases.

jester · 08-01-2007, 01:03 PM

We get calls constantly from various organizations, once you give they call back about every 3 months or at least every year from the date that you gave the first time. United Way, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Children's Wish Foundation, Faternal Order of Police, Handicapped/Blind - just to name a few.

Shawnee123 · 08-01-2007, 02:01 PM

Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Shawnee, and I am the regional representative for the Coalition for a Saner America.

As you know, we live in stressful times. But YOU can make a difference. With just a $20 donation, you will receive a year's subscription to Sane Times, which is published biannually. With only a $50 dollar donation, you will also receive a Sane Times clock radio.

Remember, your donation is tax deductible, and just imagine the feeling of pride you'll have as you look out your window and see a less-stressed, saner, gentler world. Won't you please give?

All donations can be sent to:

Coalition for a Saner America
c/o Shawnee
12554 Boulevard St.
Crappicus, OH 45555

HungLikeJesus · 08-01-2007, 02:24 PM

My wife has gone a little overboard with donations (as I told her last weekend). I don't even look anymore, but it's thousands of dollars per year. I have very mixed feelings about charities, particularly those run by religious organizations.

Spexxvet · 08-01-2007, 02:29 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shawnee123

Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Shawnee, and I am the regional representative for the Coalition for a Saner America.

As you know, we live in stressful times. But YOU can make a difference. With just a $20 donation, you will receive a year's subscription to Sane Times, which is published biannually. With only a $50 dollar donation, you will also receive a Sane Times clock radio.

Remember, your donation is tax deductible, and just imagine the feeling of pride you'll have as you look out your window and see a less-stressed, saner, gentler world. Won't you please give?

All donations can be sent to:

Coalition for a Saner America
c/o Shawnee
12554 Boulevard St.
Crappicus, OH 45555

Can I fax you my cash donation?

Shawnee123 · 08-01-2007, 03:13 PM

Absolutely. Even the illusion of money coming in will do me good.

HungLikeJesus · 08-01-2007, 03:58 PM

Shawnee - are contributions to your coalition tax deductible? I could print out your post and slip it in between the Humane Society notice and the MS request in my wife's mail.

Shawnee123 · 08-01-2007, 04:00 PM

Absolutely! Uh, am I supposed to clear this all with the feds first?

yesman065 · 08-01-2007, 05:14 PM

You better or they'll be all over you.

Shawnee123 · 08-01-2007, 05:16 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by yesman065

You better or they'll be all over you.

Cool. Are they cute?

Uisge Beatha · 08-01-2007, 05:51 PM

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Cute? You'll have to decide for yourself.............
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elSicomoro · 08-02-2007, 01:43 AM

April keeps getting donation requests from the Maryknoll folks...in Spanish.

07-31-2007, 09:34 PM	#1
dar512 dar512 is now Pete Zicato Join Date: May 2003 Location: Chicago suburb Posts: 4,968	Donations I think it's ironic that I get monthly requests from the Alzheimer's Association for donations. They must think I'll have forgotten how recently I gave. __________________ "Against stupidity the gods themselves contend in vain." -- Friedrich Schiller

08-01-2007, 03:18 AM	#3
wolf lobber of scimitars Join Date: Jul 2001 Location: Phila Burbs Posts: 20,774	They gave me some forget-me-not seeds, but I forgot to plant them. __________________ wolf eht htiw og "Conspiracies are the norm, not the exception." --G. Edward Griffin The Creature from Jekyll Island High Priestess of the Church of the Whale Penis

08-01-2007, 03:25 AM	#4
Aliantha trying hard to be a better person Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: Brisbane, Australia Posts: 16,493	I think there must be some register or list that charities can get hold of, or maybe they list share. When they find someone who gives, they share it around. It's amazing how many charities call us. As we speak, I've got one lot of raffle tickets on the bookcase waiting for the draw. Another lot are due to arrive next week some time. We also have a money tin to put spare change in for a different charity. Aside from that, we subscribe to lifesavers and also amnesty international and green peace. I think we're the charity cases. __________________ Kind words are the music of the world. F. W. Faber

08-01-2007, 02:01 PM	#6
Shawnee123 Why, you're a regular Alfred E Einstein, ain't ya? Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 21,206	Allow me to introduce myself. My name is Shawnee, and I am the regional representative for the Coalition for a Saner America. As you know, we live in stressful times. But YOU can make a difference. With just a $20 donation, you will receive a year's subscription to Sane Times, which is published biannually. With only a $50 dollar donation, you will also receive a Sane Times clock radio. Remember, your donation is tax deductible, and just imagine the feeling of pride you'll have as you look out your window and see a less-stressed, saner, gentler world. Won't you please give? All donations can be sent to: Coalition for a Saner America c/o Shawnee 12554 Boulevard St. Crappicus, OH 45555 __________________ A word to the wise ain't necessary - it's the stupid ones who need the advice. --Bill Cosby

08-01-2007, 02:24 PM	#7
HungLikeJesus Only looks like a disaster tourist Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: above 7,000 feet Posts: 7,208	My wife has gone a little overboard with donations (as I told her last weekend). I don't even look anymore, but it's thousands of dollars per year. I have very mixed feelings about charities, particularly those run by religious organizations. __________________ Keep Your Bodies Off My Lawn SteveDallas's Random Thread Picker.

07-31-2007, 09:40 PM	#2
elSicomoro Person who doesn't update the user title Join Date: Jan 2001 Posts: 12,486	That, or they forget that you gave.

08-01-2007, 01:03 PM	#5
jester why so serious Join Date: Apr 2007 Posts: 1,712	We get calls constantly from various organizations, once you give they call back about every 3 months or at least every year from the date that you gave the first time. United Way, Veterans of Foreign Wars, Children's Wish Foundation, Faternal Order of Police, Handicapped/Blind - just to name a few.

08-01-2007, 03:13 PM	#9
Shawnee123 Why, you're a regular Alfred E Einstein, ain't ya? Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 21,206	Absolutely. Even the illusion of money coming in will do me good. __________________ A word to the wise ain't necessary - it's the stupid ones who need the advice. --Bill Cosby

08-01-2007, 03:58 PM	#10
HungLikeJesus Only looks like a disaster tourist Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: above 7,000 feet Posts: 7,208	Shawnee - are contributions to your coalition tax deductible? I could print out your post and slip it in between the Humane Society notice and the MS request in my wife's mail. __________________ Keep Your Bodies Off My Lawn SteveDallas's Random Thread Picker.

08-01-2007, 04:00 PM	#11
Shawnee123 Why, you're a regular Alfred E Einstein, ain't ya? Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 21,206	Absolutely! Uh, am I supposed to clear this all with the feds first? __________________ A word to the wise ain't necessary - it's the stupid ones who need the advice. --Bill Cosby

08-01-2007, 05:14 PM	#12
yesman065 Banned - Self Imposed Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 1,847	You better or they'll be all over you.

08-01-2007, 05:51 PM	#14
Uisge Beatha Lecturer Join Date: Jun 2007 Posts: 945	. Cute? You'll have to decide for yourself............. . Attached Images

08-02-2007, 01:43 AM	#15
elSicomoro Person who doesn't update the user title Join Date: Jan 2001 Posts: 12,486	April keeps getting donation requests from the Maryknoll folks...in Spanish.

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