I am not buying at Target this year either--
I have been to Kroger twice this last week, both times gave money, and the two bell ringers were the nicest friendliest I have ever encountered. I notices other people going out of their way to APPROACH the kettle instead of going to the door without the kettle.
Way to go guys, give often and thank them and the stores they are at!!
A few friends and I were bell ringers at a Krogers in Michigan, and maybe it was because the area is a low income town, but people would go out of their way to AVOID us. But, the greatest thing to see is when there are little kids who will come and donate their handful of pennies. It is so reassuring during the 3 or 4 hours shifts!
If this thread gets really long, the author should email it to Target so they can see that freepers are saying "no" to Target.