Originally Posted by
QultingaddictUK
As a Project Linus coordinator I accept everything offered and thank the giver profusely as I know they mean well and have most likely sweated and worried over it for many hours. When I get home they are carefully inspected for those that are suitable for kiddiewinks and those that are not. The "nots" are given to grateful organisations like Homeless shelters and the really grateful Vets and Doggy shelters, there is not one donation that I haven't been able to find a suitable home for.
Do please remember that the people giving to us mean well and have feelings that can easily be hurt, and even worse put them off giving!
This is exactly what I do and feel. In exchange for the wonderful things I sometimes get, I try to give the donor appreciation and peace of mind that the items will go to a good home. Sometimes I pass everything along, and once in awhile some stuff goes straight to the trash, but other times I've struck gold and always, always I appreciate the opportunity.