Thanks for removing the pertinent part of my quote, that evidently didn't fit with your premise.
My statement was: Target is now depriving folks of this opportunity to give when they shop at their stores.
Of course everyone knows that they can donate directly by sending a check. I will and I will also seek out a kettle to donate that way. The Salvation Army provides food for the hungry, companionship to the elderly and ill, clothing and shelter to the homeless, opportunities for underprivileged children, relief for disaster victims, assistance for the disabled, and many more services. They also manage energy assistance programs to assist the poor with their oil and electric bills. They do all this without government $$ and with the lowest overhead administrative costs of any major charity.
THANKS, I know ALL ABOUT the Salvation Army and just LOVE THEM!!!! I'm just saying that giving CASH to an unknown person standing in front of a store is NOT always the BEST plan.....We ONLY give to the SALVATION ARMY, pretty much. Sorry if I offended you.