Attention Panhandlers...

my old home area Springfield, mo had many many panhandlers/ it also was a very generous city to help those in need. anybody ever seen "Convoy of Hope" for instance?? point is, there are so many places to HELP those needing help, NOT handpouts. I feel most larger cities offer such??
problem is sorry asses panhandling discourages help being offered to those that actually need and DESERVE help. just my $4 worth.