Disappointing support

rayf24 · Apr 20, 2015

I am somewhat bewilded at the lack of support for Ray Covers appeal for some help in a time of need there has been over 2500 views on the post and only 57 donations made.
Here is a man that has given so much to a lot of people within our choosen field yet many are not putting a hand in the pocket I myself dont know Ray and may never met the man be it that I live in the UK but still feel it worth a contribution and yes times are hard for many yet all we had to do was give one cheap meal or a takeout and cheap bottle of wine.
I maybe leaving myself open here for a load of verbal from other but come on where's the christian spirit 2500 people less than $10 a head :thinking:
P.S If you wish the slag me of go right ahead and show your true colours.

Toad · Apr 20, 2015

I do support Ray.
Todd

JJ Roberts · Apr 20, 2015

I support Ray I just mailed him a check.Address Ray Cover 16235 State Highway U Mineral, Mo. 63660 J.J.

Sam · Apr 20, 2015

rayf24 said:
P.S If you wish the slag me of go right ahead and show your true colours.

I'm not going to slag you, but you're not doing Ray any favors making nasty comments like that, and I doubt you're inspiring people to make contributions.

Out of 10,322 Cafe members (as of today 4/20/15), about 1.2% (130 members) support this forum with Pledge Membership, and that's the highest it's ever been. If you can get 1% for an endeavor like the Cafe or a fundraiser like Ray's you're lucky. As disappointing as it might be, that's just the way it goes.

mobaiz · Apr 20, 2015

sam said:
I'm not going to slag you, but you're not doing Ray any favors making nasty comments like that, and I doubt you're inspiring people to make contributions.

Out of 10,322 Cafe members (as of today 4/20/15), about 1.2% (130 members) support this forum with Pledge Membership, and that's the highest it's ever been. If you can get 1% for an endeavor like the Cafe or a fundraiser you're lucky. As disappointing as it might be, that's just the way it goes.

Sam,

Not to change the subject but lol.....this forum is awesome and I'd like to know how to become a pledge member.

Sam · Apr 20, 2015

Top sticky thread.

Haraga.com · Apr 20, 2015

Rayf24, in the past I have given money to an engraver on this forum that was unable to work because of health problems. Last month I gave money to a local family to help with their problem. Unfortunately Mr. Cover's needs do not fit my criteria. Now if Mr Cover was really in need of some cash then I would love to donate some money.

Beathard · Apr 20, 2015

Missed the thread I guess... is he injured? Did he lose his equipment in a fire? What is his need?

KCSteve · Apr 20, 2015

I haven't donated yet because I don't have any money I can donate. In this economy I'm sadly sure I'm not alone.
But I've got something lined up so it's coming.

atexascowboy2011 · Apr 20, 2015

Well said Haraga. :clapping:

dlilazteca · Apr 20, 2015

Thanks for the reminder, today is educator payday.

Saludos,
Carlos

jerrywh · Apr 20, 2015

It's tax time and millions have to buy their required health insurance this year or be fined. I have noticed that most the businesses I go into show signs of hard times. Most people don't have the money. A lot of people are having a harder time than he is. That required insurance goes on for month after year after year. It doesn't stop.
When you take $300.00 to $600.00 a month out of a working mans income it has a drastic effect on the economy. It's just one more favor our benevolent Gov. has done for us. It will soon get a lot worse.

Lonestarr · Apr 20, 2015

Well said Jerry....The United States is doing sort of ok... But a lot of people do not have the means to help Rays financial situation.....I think that what ever the total amount, it will help him get down the road with repairs maybe...Ray has a very good skill set and teaching ability way more than most people, so I think it will all shake out for him....

Bob

mtlctr · Apr 20, 2015

I look at it this way, in the big scheme of things the small donation I made is a lot less than a tank of gas. I don't know Ray, but i know i'm glad I'm not in his fix.:hammer:

GTJC460 · Apr 20, 2015

I certainly don't have money to spare to help someone buy an Airstream camper. Life's a b!tch when you've got two mortgages in two states 1800 miles apart!

I'd suggest Ray do what he does best, engrave some stuff and sell it. That's a novel concept, work for what you want and need.

Beathard · Apr 20, 2015

Bert, you still havent spld that house in Maryland?

Tim Wells · Apr 20, 2015

No one here needs to answer to the original posters assertions as they are accusatory and demeaning and certainly inappropriate, and frankly none of his business. When someone gives to a charity or other need it should be anonymous and not blasted out in public. That shows no class or humility wanting recognition for such a thing.

Scolding people one doesn't know like a bunch of school children is crass at best. Was that a slagging off? I don't know but it is my 2 centavos worth.

Dulltool · Apr 21, 2015

Tim....... One big thumbs up.

Gemsetterchris · Apr 21, 2015

Lonestarr said:
.The United States is doing sort of ok...

Nothing to worry about there

http://usadebtclock.com/

Sam · Apr 21, 2015

Gemsetterchris said:
Nothing to worry about there
http://usadebtclock.com/

Chris: The USA needs to make a small loan from Finland. Can you help us with that? Hopefully we don't already owe you money.

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