What a generous heart you have! I like the women's shelter too.
In other countries donated machines can pull a family out of poverty because the woman (usually) can then have a stay at home (or village) income. They can send their children to school and have enough to eat year long. I believe there is an organization in Wisconsin somewhere that collects and sends machines out in groups to these women who receive training and get help in finding work. Its another possibility.
Can you even imagine that a $5-20 machine and someone's kindness could change a whole families world????
These are the miracles that happen everyday when we believe a stranger is also a neighbor.
Bless your heart for such kindness, and good luck in your decision.