Need opinions on a summer project.

[BIGJake111]

Originally Posted by Jamesp

Remember Jake, If men were meant to fly, they'd have wings. And at most, the world will need about half a dozen large computers. The patent office will soon be closing because everything worth inventing has already been invented, and if your elders did it that way, then you should too. Keep those things firmly in mind and when your old and gray like me you can stand on your front porch and shake your cane while yelling "get off my lawn!". Or, you could strike out and do something unique that some call "begging" or "slacking" and succeed or fail, you'll have done it. It seems the younger generation sees things differently, and values different things than the older. And the joke on the older generation is that they did the same thing when they were young imparting the same discomfort on the preceding older generation, they just forgot (they're old). Some things don't change. I wish you success.

Thank you, it means alot, I am sure it does not appeal to all, but at the very least it will be interesting to see how people react, to see where this goes.

[tommy583]

I'd actually rather give you a few bucks towards your car than give money to every store that asks me if I want to donate to the children at checkout. Who are these "children" you want me to donate to I ask the person running the register? A blank look is all they can usually produce. At least with you I know where my donation would be going.

[cfos]

Originally Posted by tommy583

I'd actually rather give you a few bucks towards your car than give money to every store that asks me if I want to donate to the children at checkout. Who are these "children" you want me to donate to I ask the person running the register? A blank look is all they can usually produce. At least with you I know where my donation would be going.

Or you could at least consider checking charity navigator, assuming you cared. They only award 4-stars to charities that, among other things, dedicate $0.85 of every dollar donated to programs. Here, I'll help, since you seem so interested in helping less fortunate Charity Navigator - America's Largest Charity Evaluator | Home

[tommy583]

Originally Posted by cfos

Or you could at least consider checking charity navigator, assuming you cared. They only award 4-stars to charities that, among other things, dedicate $0.85 of every dollar donated to programs. Here, I'll help, since you seem so interested in helping less fortunate Charity Navigator - America's Largest Charity Evaluator | Home

Thank you. That was very helpful. I often think that the stores are more padding their own pockets than actually giving to the less fortunate.

On another note. Jake asking for money to buy a car so he doesn't have to drive his Porsche to school is so far out there that it just might work

[cfos]

Originally Posted by tommy583

Thank you. That was very helpful. I often think that the stores are more padding their own pockets than actually giving to the less fortunate.

On another note. Jake asking for money to buy a car so he doesn't have to drive his Porsche to school is so far out there that it just might work

I wish it were more complete, but alas they are also a 501(c)(3). Of note, they do also cite some charities that have violations. Having said that, those change boxes can mean up to $2000-$3000 annually, depending on the number and distribution. As a general donation, these type help nonprofits as the money is not restricted and can be spend on things like administration, salaries... basically anything.

[TeamOxford]

Originally Posted by tommy583

Jake asking for money to buy a car so he doesn't have to drive his Porsche to school is so far out there that it just might work

His parents would be so proud. Sniff.

TO

[tommy583]

Originally Posted by TeamOxford

His parents would be so proud. Sniff.

TO

I'm just thankful I never had to make the tough decision if I should drive my Porsche to school or not.