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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]Some people enjoy giving gifts. [b]They say poor people give more money to charity than rich people do[/b], too. I guess those things go hand in hand.[/quote]

This is true from my experience running a local food pantry. We're in a region that is flooded with celebrities during summer/holiday season. If a charity doesn't offer the opportunity for photo ops, they will not donate. It's really horrible. You'd be floored if I named the celebs who do nothing, yet are very aware of the hidden faces of hunger among their estates.

On the bright side, we manage with donations from year round local residents & small businesses. We supplement weekly and provide food for hundreds of adults and children. Some clients who previously needed our help and no longer do, pay it forward. Usually a small donation of $25.00.

The most heartwarming moments are when we run out of milk or eggs. Too many times I've witnessed a senior resident forgo their milk/eggs for a family in line. Volunteers supplement with our own money when things run out. No one is turned away. [/quote]

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