As noted in the original post (see below), this IS the context of the offering. I'll be curious to see if there are other ideas over the course of the week.

 

Nice selective editing there. Here's the full quote:

Given the next paragraph and the context for the whole thing, I think the intent is clear. Consequently, I agree with the others; but I'll state it differently and more clearly:

I find this to be hugely manipulative and, thus, insulting. I'd have refused to accept it in the first place under these conditions. HPH

 

Not only that, but those receiving the money had to report back the next week telling what they did with the money.

[QUOTE] turns out that Jack had read about this idea: extend a kindness to someone (often a stranger) and ask them to 'pass it on' in some fashion....suggesting that the recipient do the same

 

Wow, the so-called selective quote was the nice way of saying 'why didn't you read the original post in the first place?' ....which gave full latitude but suggested a bit of empathy would be great.

I really wanted some suggestions on the question that was posed; and thank a few people for some ideas. I guess it's the new tenor of the vintage forum: Look for the dark side of every thread and beat it to death It's too bad that the thread-killing comments have now discouraged anyone who might come through with a positive suggestion.

I'll be interested to see....next Saturday....if others in my group see a plot in Jack's offering. The group includes two MDs, two attorneys, two engineer types, one architect, one actuarial administrator, one mortgage broker....just a bunch of bleeding hearts, I guess.

 

Call me stupid and naive, but I'd consider this an opportunity to maximize the impact of a charitable gift.

My understanding is that the group has a long standing relationship and are friends. On that basis I doubt I would feel manipulated by this "experiment".

I'd be very interested in hearing what options were chosen and why.

Willinathen

 

Well, Jerry, you asked for some honest answers and that is what you got. Just because they weren't the ones you expected/wanted, doesn't make them any less valid. I would have felt better if your friend had given you the money and not had you report back on what you did with it. I don't think anyone here is discouraging making charitable contributions.

 

[QUOTE=paS2K,Dec 10 2006, 02:36 PM]I really wanted some suggestions on the question that was posed; and thank a few people for some ideas.

 

Had the original $$ and idea come from other than an obviously close friend, I might have been put off by the request to report back on what was done with the money. Since it was from a friend, I'm not put off by that at all (personal feeling only -- those that are certainly are entitled to their opinions also). I think this is a great idea -- the monetary equivalent of smiling at the sourpuss and hoping they'll pass it along improving everyone's day.

Personally, because of the time of year, I'd find one of those "Santa Trees", pick a kid or family, and make their holiday a little brighter. At a different time of year, I have other charities that I'd send the $$ to anonymously.

 

My sentiment exactly. Obviously, the written words on this thread doesn't take into consideration of the context under which this idea was put forth. I think charitable work is great and should be commended but I don't like to do it with someone else's money with an explicit direction either. I'll do my charitable work without having to report back to someone. That is all.

 

So,how much was it???
Worth the price.???