The bell ringing begins

[Boopie2]

Why is it when these people see you approaching they have to ring the stupid bell louder.


The Salvation Army bell-ringing is as much an expected part of the holiday season as department store Christmas music and the seasonal flavors at Starbucks. Because so many people roll cash-free these days, this is the first year the organization is experimenting with accepting debit and credit card donations. The standard red kettle will still play a role in holding cash contributions, but five bell-ringers in El Paso County, CO will also have the ability to swipe cards. What do you think of this?

[halfwaytree]

Re: The bell ringing begins

The card swipe thing is a great idea as we are moving closer and closer to a cashless society.

[Boopie2]

Re: The bell ringing begins

<div class="ubbcode-block"><div class="ubbcode-header">Originally Posted By: Milo Man*</div><div class="ubbcode-body">The card swipe thing is a great idea as we are moving closer and closer to a cashless society.

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What about identity theft and credit card fraud? Who really knows where this money you are so called donating really goes? People have a con for everything now a days, an easy way to run off with people&quot;s money.

[halfwaytree]

Re: The bell ringing begins

I see your point.

I guess these are challenges that the charities are going to have to deal with in the future. I feel sorry for the people who depend on the services which organizations like the Salvation Army offers. Apparently folks are not giving like they once did because of the recession/depression.