The money is from D&D players? Let 'em starve!

[Stormy]

http://www.giantitp.com/index.html#MZvsP18xmNXpVDwvCRQ

This is absurd!

[Red Dragon]

Re: The money is from D&D players? Let 'em starve!

At least they found another charity to donate to.

[Chad]

Re: The money is from D&D players? Let 'em starve!

How ridiculous. At least they found another charity.

[Riotsword]

Re: The money is from D&D players? Let 'em starve!

Wow. 17 grand?

Their loss(well, theirs and the starving people). Morons.

[Chad]

Re: The money is from D&D players? Let 'em starve!

By the way, if anyone wants to give the charity an earful: http://www.christianchildrensfund.or...Nregister.aspx .

[Karr Lord of Chaos]

Re: The money is from D&D players? Let 'em starve!

stupidity.

best let other more worthy and less arrogant charities get your money then squander it on one that cares only for their personal image.

[Fruple]

Re: The money is from D&D players? Let 'em starve!

By the way, if anyone wants to give the charity an earful: http://www.christianchildrensfund.or...Nregister.aspx .

I was able to email them yesterday, here's their reply.

Dear Concerned Gamer:



Thank you for writing to Anne Goddard and sharing your concerns. Anne was traveling when she received your email. We discussed your concern and she asked that I respond on her behalf Please know that we take your email very seriously.



There appears to be a misunderstanding which I would like to correct. When Gen Con contacted CCF about its auction, we were pleased to accept donations. However, we couldn’t lend our name for publication because our policies have specific criteria for endorsements. We were unaware that this had caused any problem or concern for Gen Con until we began receiving emails. This decision was in no way intended to be a reflection on Mr. Gygax, gaming enthusiasts or the game Dungeon and Dragons. We have the utmost respect for the gaming community and were touched by the generosity expressed through your auction. We were disappointed that we were not the recipients of the donation but we were pleased that another worthy organization benefited.



We realize this has become a topic of discussion in the gaming community and we hope you will help us by sharing this response.



The needs of children are great and we welcome your support. Should you wish to learn more we invite you to visit our website at www.christianchildrensfund.org.



Again, I thank you for taking the time to voice your concern. Your passion for gaming and your support for children are admirable.



Sincerely,



Cheri Dahl

Vice President,

International Communications and

Fundraising

[Red Dragon]

Re: The money is from D&D players? Let 'em starve!

I still have no idea what it said.

They couldn't take the money because it was associated with Wizards of the Coast?

[Denmo]

Re: The money is from D&D players? Let 'em starve!

Wait a second, their reply didn't answer anything!

[DK]

Re: The money is from D&D players? Let 'em starve!

oh, witch witch witch

[Karr Lord of Chaos]

Re: The money is from D&D players? Let 'em starve!

"However, we couldn’t lend our name for publication because our policies have specific criteria for endorsements"

that line is the key. it basically says they wouldnt let wizards tell people publicy that they where giving money to the charity. they would accept the donations, but only if no one heard about it i guess.

its a load of garbage.

[John Mora]

Re: The money is from D&D players? Let 'em starve!

oh, witch witch witch

BURRRRRRRRRRRRN THE WITCH!

Basically something about how the donation was handled wasn't up to the organization's snuff and they had to refuse the money. I don't see why it has to be anything shadier than that. 8)

[Stormy]

Re: The money is from D&D players? Let 'em starve!

Nobody said anything about it being shady, just that its bullspit.

[John Mora]

Re: The money is from D&D players? Let 'em starve!

Well, why? I'm sure the organization has to adhere to strict ethical guidelines as to how they receive donations.

[Denmo]

Re: The money is from D&D players? Let 'em starve!

For example, not accepting donations from godless heathens?