Is it rude for a neighbor to ask for money for traps they set up for skunks?

Question

We've been having skunk problems in our neighborhood and I've contacted a service to set up traps in my yard. They have not been able to capture a skunk yet. Yesterday a neighbor around the corner from me posted flyers to everyone saying they set traps and caught 3 skunks therefore they are all gone. They are asking for donations towards the cost of the traps. Meanwhile I still have a problem with skunks in my yard. I guess I feel this was forward of them as I have not asked for money and wouldn't expect any of my neighbors to pay for my traps either. Is it just me to feel bothered by their request?

Answer 1

They are just asking for a donation.  It may take a while to get rid of them all and it may be expensive for them. You should all work together. Sounds like a serios problem.  lol.

Answer 2

I think it is a little bold, being that the community did not decide in a meeting that they would buy the traps.  I would just not respond to it.  If asked personally, just let them know you are still having problems and prefer to use a service to remedy the problem.

Answer 3

Tell them you still have skunks in your yard.

Answer 4

politely decline. very forward of them to expect from you