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In reply to the discussion: *** Help a DUer *** Sunday, 8/4/13 [View all]OneGrassRoot
(23,954 posts)Everything from critical needs to wishes, hopes and dreams.
Nothing is out of bounds. People can use their discernment as to if, or who, they want to help. Personal responsibility.
And it was never intended to have such a focus on fundraisers, as there are so many other ways we can come together to help one another.
Given the state of the economy, it has evolved to be primarily about critical needs -- i.e., money. I wish people would post more seemingly frivolous requests that don't require money -- something like, "Hey, I just wrote a children's book but am looking for an illustrator to partner with, do you know anyone?" -- to balance out the misery. There are MANY categories there, as you can see.
There is room for it all, literally and figuratively. Again, others may judge the posts but I don't. I encourage all sincere requests and tell people that everyone's wishes (if truthful) are worthy.
Who are we to judge?
That's my intention anyway.
Just sayin'.