Having done a lot of work with non profits and with my church for decades, I have evolved to responding to the emotional charges you mention with a simple, "So!" Then in some cases with some really rude individuals, I have started using your dad's comments, "Stuff a sock in it or move on!" At age 63, I never worry about losing those who never contribute and just try to run down an organization! In most cases the organization is better without them!
Of course the decision is Jim's and yours! I recognize that fact and so do most of your loyal supporters! It just seems that could be some way to identify those Freepers who really care on a regular basis without being intrusive and other PC words!
*The reason why I selected a $5/month regular donation was based on Jim's cost data of your upcoming expenses! We don't have to know the amount per month, but it would be nice to know who is paying for their lunch and the lunch for the other 90%!
Thanks for your comments, and we realize that Jim and your decision on this little issue is yours!
One thing I would like to bring up at this time is
for those of us who can, give more, so that those who cannot will still be here.
Those who can afford to give more, do it!
And Grandpa, thanks for all you're doing today!
Bravo, Grampa Dave. This is the best fundraising thread ever. Your ideas and SamAdams76 posts #72 and #100 are brilliant!
Between the two of you, we might finally get this monthly show on the road and eliminate the financial stress on the Robinson family.
The FReepers are really "rolling" now!