There was a fire in my neighborhood, I want to help the families out but I don't want to be rude or anything.

Question

The first house burned down and the second house only the second story caught on fire. Last time there was a fire in my neighborhood we got people to donate items to the family but the President of our Home Owners Association put it together and I want to do something for the fire victims even though the HOA people donated $500.

So should I just make signs saying please donate to fire victims and have some of my friends and stuff hold signs on the side of the big road our neighborhood is off of?

I don't want to make them a charity case but at the same time I want to help ya know?

Answer 1

I am in the process of trying to bounce back from a house fire myself, so I can assure you that those folks will appreciate any help that anyone gives them right now.

Answer 2

Put yourself in their shoes. I bet you'd be thrilled that someone was kind enough to do something like that. If they turned up their noses, it would be their problem, not yours, because it is a really thoughtful thing to think of doing. I say do it and you don't have to make a big show, just present them with the money and say you wanted to help. Every little bit helps and just knowing people care is great when you're down.

Answer 3

Deejay 16 is very correct. Do anything you can. $500. is

nice but it will not go very far. Have you thought about putting

gallon jars in stores. A safer way is to open an account at a

local bank and see if you can get it on the radio where to

send any donations. Churches very often help as well. Thanks

for your thoughtfulness. Too few people care these days.

Good luck.

Answer 4

Contact the media.

Answer 5

Your desire to help is a wonderful thing. My only caution to you would be to either discuss this with the families involved, or with someone who has had contact with them, first. It could be awkward for them to see people collecting money for them without them knowing about it. Another idea might be to talk to your HOA about doing fundraisers for the families. Special bank accounts to receive the donations can be set up. I'd also check to make sure that the families have contacted your local Red Cross, there is some assistance available for single family disasters like housefires available through the Red Cross.

Good luck to you!

Answer 6

Nowadays, most people are reluctant in giving money to a worthy cause, not really knowing for sure it will be used or pocketed.  It would be a good thing for you to contact your HOA and let them know what your intentions are.  If they think this is a good idea, ask them if they would sponsor you.  This way you could let those who are hesitant to contribute know that it is a valid crusade for the fire victims in your community.

You are to be highly commended for this great act of kindness.  Best of luck in your endeavors!

Answer 7

I understand your fear, but even if they react poorly, you can rest easy knowing your intentions were good. Do you know about Freecycle? Someone was on my local group recently asking for donations for a family in the same situation. Perhaps you could try the group in your area?

Answer 8

I no what you mean by not wanting to make it a charity case, but people in that much need will be thankful for the help you give them.I would ask people in your family and comunity to give away clothes that maybe they cant wear.If there were kids some toys they dont play with anymore.You know things that they will be glad to give.

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Answer 9

get in touch with social services or the salvation army

Answer 10

I think that you are one heck of a person for even

considering helping someone else in need.

Thank God for people like you!

I'd say whatever way you can help would be awesome.

BTW: My brother in law is a fire fighter in Morristown, TN.!