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February 2, 2009 at 3:12 pm #656205
JenVMemberbased on certain comments, is there a local charity to support mental health in West Seattle?
February 2, 2009 at 7:49 pm #656206
JoBParticipantFebruary 2, 2009 at 8:42 pm #656207
beachdrivegirlParticipantWell, if you had read all the posts in teh first thread you would have seen that I did recommending donating to West seattle Highline Mental Health. Mental Health agenices dont get nearly enough funds to operate so for those out there still deciding where to give this time of year please consider West Seattle Highline Mental Health.
February 3, 2009 at 12:48 am #656208
BarbGMemberbdg, I don’t think the comments wondering about a mental health charity were based on wanting to actually do anything charitable for a mental health organization, I think it was because they don’t like some of the comments that were made and are insinuating that people on here may be have mental health issues
February 3, 2009 at 1:00 am #656209
JanSParticipantActually, BDG, Navos is a fine thing to have a function for. Considering the more public things of the last few weeks in WS,…the shooting last night (yeah, I consider shooting someone not quite “normal”), and the suicide of the young man down by Salty’s last week, and the state of the economy, etc., I think that more and more people may need the services of our local location for help for mental stress. Depression is a big thing in the general public, and, you’re right, we shouldn’t overlook this facility.
February 3, 2009 at 3:49 am #656210
JoBParticipantWe do better if we concentrate on one or two issues at a time.
I am assuming that this won’t be our last meet-up… NAVOS sounds like a great candidate for the next one..
in the meantime, those of you who can’t wait will find it easy to donate here…
http://www.navos.org/index.php?option=content&task=section&id=4&Itemid=38
February 3, 2009 at 5:03 am #656211
beachdrivegirlParticipantThank goodness I can think for myself as to what charity I will donate to; also thank goodness I don’t have to wait for a forum get together. In the meantime I’ll sit back being amuzed and thankful for my individuality
February 3, 2009 at 5:22 am #656212
IrukandjiParticipantYes, you are unique, just like everybody else. Lots of great charities out there, and lots of people doing good work. Hope to see you at the meet up!
February 3, 2009 at 12:13 pm #656213
AnonymousInactiveI shouldn’t have poked fun at good people. I apologize.
February 3, 2009 at 2:37 pm #656214
soclwrkrinmotnMemberNAVOS and Southwest Family and Youth Services would probably love the help. SWFYS is located in North Delridge…
And as for giving to organizations, most of us do it outside of these meetups, but keep in mind that word of mouth goes pretty far for those that don’t know about these services.
February 3, 2009 at 3:31 pm #656215
JenVMemberI am “amuzed” as well at your amazing ability to think for yourself, BDG. there’s no reason to get nasty with anyone here. Mental health was a good suggestion by you, and yes, mine was a joke- but I do think it’s a worthy cause – particularly here in WS. If you don’t want to get along, don’t go to the meet-up. If you just want to be nasty to people, well, I guess that’s just part of your amazing individuality.
February 3, 2009 at 4:29 pm #656216
AnonymousInactive“I don’t give a damn for a man that can only spell a word one way.”
— Mark Twain
Joking about mental health and making fun of poor spelling is always a good way to get along too.
February 3, 2009 at 5:14 pm #656217
theeParticipantFYI, Big Al’s is a dog-friendly place! Your favorite four-legger can run around in the front courtyard — off leash even! Doublebonus: it’s not in Seattle proper, so you won’t be hassled by the fuzz.
February 3, 2009 at 5:27 pm #656218
beachdrivegirlParticipantThank you JT for making a very valid point. Mental health is not a joking matter and if it is in fact something you care about you would know that. Yes I have poor spelling, i like my poor spelling! :) And lastly, i think that answering ones questions or contributing to ideas about fundraisers isnt a sign of nastiness. I believe making fun of individuals, joking about serious illnesses, and being rude in general is.
And as I have mentioned before, I am busy the weekend of the meet up but no worries i’ll be having fun in the sun elseware!
February 3, 2009 at 5:32 pm #656219
JoBParticipantI have one question…
why do people who have no intention of participating… get in the pool for the sole purpose of p…..g in it?
if you think it’s dumb to plan a charitable purpose for the meet-ups.. that’s ok
If you don’t like the charitable organization chosen for the meet-up.. that’s ok.
If you don’t want to go to the meet-up… that’s ok.
But why do you have to sour the positive efforts of those who do care enough to organize these events and attend?
If you want to donate to a charity that is not sponsored at one of these events, you can do so privately.
I only posted the link to the charity named by beachdrivegirl because she didn’t do so herself… and it was possible that there were those who were reading who might have been interested enough to follow the link and donate now in light of recent events.
if you want to go to a meet-up that has no charitable purpose… go to one that has no charitable purpose.
The same group of people that has brought you meet-ups with a charitable purpose also organized a bowling party that was pure unadulterated entertainment and theHouse organized a meet-up at Proust a week or so ago that had nothing to do with charity.. in fact, he specified that it had nothing to do with any charitable event.
this kind of nastiness is incredibly rude to Celeste who is the organizer of this event.
Now.. can we get back to our regular programming and plan a potluck where everyone who wants to go has a good time and those who want to do so contribute to a couple (or more) good charities at the same time?
and if you don’t want to participate…
can you just let those who do get on with this?
Nobody is asking your permission to have a meet-up.. so if you really aren’t interested in participating, please be grown up enough to keep your comments to yourself.
February 3, 2009 at 5:37 pm #656220
JenVMember“Thank goodness I can think for myself as to what charity I will donate to” ….implying others don’t. This is a discussion. That was a backhanded insult to everyone on here participating in that discussion. At least when I insult someone, I do it upfront and own up to it.
I may make it to the meet-up, BTW, before I head off to “have fun in the sun”! Hope to see (most) all of you there!
February 3, 2009 at 5:41 pm #656221
GenHillOneParticipantYes, participate or don’t – let’s move on! Cool about the dogs, thee; will your grinning avatar be there? *lives vicariously through others’ pooches*
February 3, 2009 at 6:47 pm #656222
theeParticipanti just may bring ’em both — the good one and the bad one — they <heart> beer.
February 3, 2009 at 7:12 pm #656223
JoBParticipantThis might be a good time to mention that although the discussion of which charities should benefit from this get-together was opened to anyone with suggestions… a lot of work goes into the management of the charitable side of any event…
someone has to contact the organization, get a wish list, publish it, promote the event and commit to either deliver the donations or arrange for and oversee their pickup.
there is no organization running these events… these get togethers are managed by individuals from the forum.
celeste 17 agreed to be responsible for putting this pot luck together…
but the people who proposed the charities are the ones doing the work to make sure that your donations reach the charity involved.
I personally think it is great that beachdrivegirl suggested NAVOS… that is why i posted the link for those who might want to contribute…but she stated she would not be able to attend and no-one else was inspired to step up to manage that charitable donation for her…
flowerpetal also proposed a worthy local cause.. a preschool program for at risk kids… but was unable to get information together in time for this event…
since he has agreed to be the responsible party it is likely that his organization will end up the recipient of a future event…
For this pot luck, I believe we have basically narrowed the donations down to two causes.. the puppy mill puppies and continuing education for street kids..
i believe those two causes have volunteers who have agreed to be responsible for making sure the donations reach their intended organizations..
i know at least one of them does :)
and some of us will once again be buying gift cards at local stores to help soclwrkinmotn keep the local families he works for afloat. After the budget cuts this january he is finding it increasing difficult to meet their needs through the system…
i think those donations go to Southwest Family and Youth Services.. but to tell you the truth.. since i didn’t have a need for a receipt for tax purposes (we’re renting).. i am not positive…
Wish lists for these causes have already been posted on WSB.. but we will get them updated so stay tuned for more information about those causes and their wish lists…
and information about which donations are tax deductible and how to get documentation for your taxes..
and i hope you are putting a lot of thought into what you are going to bring for the potluck.
We had great food at Full Tilt’s inauguration pot luck so i am really looking forward to this one.
February 3, 2009 at 7:42 pm #656224
flowerpetalMemberI am happy to hold off on my suggested cause. SEC is an important and worthy organization. With regards to charitable contributions; under a certain dollar amount; which is significantly high, one needs only to track it themselves. Your tax preparer will know that threshold amount. You will need to know however, who it is your donating to; either SWYFS or SEC.
I’m bringing comfort food; that’s as far as I’ve gotten in my planning.
February 3, 2009 at 8:45 pm #656225
beachdrivegirlParticipantOh Job, considering I was one of three individuals who actually pre-sold tickets for the locksmith fundraiser while still holding my full time job I am plenty aware of the work that goes into a fundraiser. If I remember right I believe many of us were disappointed with some of those that spoke much louder about the event than their actions showed. Jan didnt we talk about that @ the yard sale???
I do have a tax question though: arent charitable donations receipts ect important regardless if someone is renting or not. Its not like renters dont get taxed; in fact considering home owners already get a bigger tax break it seems like renters would be more opt to track their donations for tax cuts. But that is just me.
And JenV I wasnt trying to imply anything about anyone so please do not start making up stories. It really is not necessary.
Best of luck to you all and your charitable event. Obviously others feel like their thouhts are more important than mine so i will butt out & let you all carry on.
February 3, 2009 at 9:00 pm #656226
ErikParticipantBDG – For the 2008′ tax year the standard deductions start at:
Single or Married filing separately…$5,450.00
Married filing jointly……$10,900.00
Head of Household……$8,000.00
So, if your itemized deductions don’t exceed the above amounts then any tax-deductible donations are worthless with regard to your tax return.
The reason JoB mentioned home owner vs. renter is that many home owners have substantial interest expense that can go toward the above limits.
Hope this helps.
8-)
February 3, 2009 at 9:03 pm #656227
beachdrivegirlParticipantThanks Erik it does. :) I didnt want to have to call a tax accountant.
February 3, 2009 at 9:09 pm #656228
JenVMemberWasn’t “making up stories” BDG- (I leave that for the “thinks we’re still in high school crowd”) – just pointing out exactly what you implied. Don’t say something and then act all innocent like you didn’t mean what you said. That’s disingenuous. If that’s NOT what you meant, you might want to proofread before you send something out so you can be sure your true meaning is coming across. Unless you really were just crowing about your wholly unique individuality and ability to make up your own mind and wanted to share that with all of us, then by all means let’s join in a round of applause – unless you’re too busy patting yourself on the back.
February 3, 2009 at 9:39 pm #656229
WSBKeymasterSTOP. For GOD’s sake, people, this is a thread about a gathering. Do you suppose it would be better to just cut everything after the original announcement and close it there as a post-it note? I can do that. Maybe take a vote.
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