Author Topic: Auction To Help A Serviceman With Cancer  (Read 198 times)

Offline Dichotomy

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Auction To Help A Serviceman With Cancer
« on: August 05, 2015, 08:08:53 PM »
http://thechive.com/2015/08/05/auctioning-off-the-first-ever-keep-calm-for-a-hero-in-need-video/

I doubt anybody here has $5100 laying around in their couch cushions.  Crying shame I haven't won the lottery yet or I'd just take care of this myself. 

Question is why are there legal issues with doing a Gofundme or something similar for an active duty service member?  Generally TheChive community,especially when it's a service member or child in need, will knock a goal into the next solar system.  That just seems off and wrong to me. 
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Re: Auction To Help A Serviceman With Cancer
« Reply #1 on: August 05, 2015, 09:13:05 PM »
probably because there's lots of scams.  not saying this is one, but without specifics, I would be unwilling to donate.  just too sketchy.



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Re: Auction To Help A Serviceman With Cancer
« Reply #2 on: August 06, 2015, 02:44:57 PM »
There has to be more to it than that.  Resignation Media is pretty good about making sure their charities are legit. 

John Resig is a good guy and if he says there are 'issues' then I believe him but I'd like to know what they are. 
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