mommamia22: When they come to the door and i’m afraid to open the door, i say ‘my husband isnt home right now’. In the street i’ll say ‘i’m sorry, have a good day/night!’. When they actually stop/block me on the street, i’ll listen to them and sometimes give cuz its a kiddush Hashem to others and if they really do need it, it may encourage others to give too.
2scents: I know. I should be cautious. But i cant help feeling bad! Especially when i read the letters to the editor in some newspapers from tzedakka collectors about how they are treated..