Now maybe you or someone else can address the issue objectively... What's your take on the following two facts?
1. Some have said the paintings donated by a local artist were auctioned for as little as 10% of what they would have got if sold via their usual channels.
My Response - I have no idea what those items would have sold for in a traditional outlet. However, if in fact, they were so savagely discounted at the auction, I'm surprised the person who held that opinion did not snap them up as the supposed profit margin was substantial.
2. A local business donated 30,000 baht worth of vouchers in full for the auction, yet the entire event only raised 37,675 baht.
My Response - From my understanding, that is correct. I guess the market for cosmetic surgery was not there at this event.
Originally Posted by
RichLB
what is your point?
I thought I'd start by highlighting a few facts and see if others can volunteer some conclusions, like yours below...
Originally Posted by
RichLB
I suppose you are insinuating that we locals are skinflints by so under giving to Take Care.
No, that's you saying that. I would never criticise someone for giving little to charity or choosing not to part with their money at a charity auction. It's their choice.
My Response - But isn't that exactly what your initial post is doing? You point out that the funds received from this event fell far below what you thought should have been generated. If not a criticism of attendees, what IS your point?
Originally Posted by
RichLB
Take Care accepts Paypal contributions... I assume you will be making such a donation