[Barefoot]

Originally Posted by dotti105

This bubble called "The Villages" is located in the poorest section of the state. There are many people surrounding us who are truly needy.
I can not and will not judge another person. Especially one who appears to be needy. None of us know any other person's true story.
"There, but for the grace of God, go I."
If someone is running a scam, shame on them. If I fail to help a person in need, shame on me.

Originally Posted by Whit53

All of us living here are so fortunate to be blessed to have this quality of life.
To those who say I'd never do this or that you never know until you walk in someone's shoes.

I agree with Dotti and Whit, you never know until you walk in someone's shoes.
There probably are "career beggars". But it's my belief that most people who are reduced to begging have a genuine need.
I'd rather be generous than turn my back on someone who genuinely needs help.
We all need to make our own decisions in life about people who beg, who we trust, and which charities to support.