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Friday, October 9, 2009

Strangercrombie IMPORTANT STRANGERCROMBIE ANNOUNCEMENT

Posted by Paul Constant on Fri, Oct 9, 2009 at 12:14 PM

Sorry it's taken a little longer than I initially thought to get this together, but we are finally ready to announce the charity that will receive the 2009 Strangercrombie cash.

After we dealt with the obvious vote tampering by enthusiastic fans, three charities were at the top of the Stranger reader ballots. It was a very close race between these three.

And then we noticed that a whole bunch of Stranger readers were asking us to split the cash between several charities. Usually, we prefer that Strangercrombie makes a huge impact on one charity. But 2009 hasn't been a normal year for non-profits, and we think it would be a good idea to stretch your Strangercrombie cash as far as it can possibly go. So many charities, and so many people, are in need this year that we want to make sure as many people as possible benefit from your generous donations. So we're pleased to announce that for the first time ever, Strangercrombie will benefit three charities:

Senior Services
Country Doctor
and
Urban Rest Stop

You'll be hearing a lot more about these charities—and bidding on some exciting items in their name—in the coming weeks, but let's take a moment to thank the other five charities for participating in the Slog poll. They are all worthy of your support:

Seattle Education Access

Thanks to everyone who voted and contributed to the conversation, and congratulations to our Strangercrombie recipients.

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Well heck. We'll just have to try to raise three times the money so they all get the usual amount.

Posted by leek on October 9, 2009 at 12:19 PM

I love that you listen to your readers. Bravo.

Posted by PTrig on October 9, 2009 at 12:26 PM

yeh good decisions all around

Posted by Swearengen on October 9, 2009 at 12:41 PM

Elderly, sick, dirty homeless people all over the city will proclaim you Gods...

Posted by michael strangeways

on October 9, 2009 at 12:44 PM

WOO HOO!

Posted by Soupytwist

on October 9, 2009 at 12:44 PM

Thanks for letting slogsters weigh in on the decision - I really didn't expect things to change for this year. Congratulations to the three NPOs and I hope the auction brings in a ton o' cash for each of them.

Posted by genevieve on October 9, 2009 at 12:46 PM

The decision to split the proceeds was made in a fair manner, and I think Sloggers made great selections for the top three. Well done!

Posted by kitschnsync on October 9, 2009 at 1:06 PM

Bravo Paul! Excellent decision!

It would be incredibly impressive if because of this decision, that interest was dramatically increased and you could increase contributions by 50%!

Good luck!

Posted by Reality Check

on October 9, 2009 at 1:08 PM

Perfect.

Posted by w7ngman

on October 9, 2009 at 1:13 PM

Well, a few of us non-profits didn't fare well with our own auctions this year (much, much less than what we're used to seeing). We hope The Stranger is able to raise some serious money for these organizations. We need the help!

Posted by luxelc on October 9, 2009 at 2:15 PM

You should have people who vote for the auction identify their choice for which of the three get the money - to insert an element of competition betwixt them - and then after splitting it three ways evenly, announce how much was bid in total for each of the three choices - and keep daily running totals.

That works well at auctions.

That and plying them with booze and chocolate.

Posted by Will in Seattle

on October 9, 2009 at 2:35 PM

Awesome. Very gracious of you.

Posted by Gurldoggie

on October 9, 2009 at 2:48 PM

Thank you! Ronni Gilboa, Urban Rest Stop

Posted by Ronni Gilboa on October 9, 2009 at 2:52 PM

Paul - I think it would have been fine either way, but I think this was a good decision, given how close the vote was (and the need for non-profit $ given the economy).

@11 Will, these things are so much damn work already, without incorporating the crazy ideas of everyone and their mother (crazy ideas meaning things that will unnecessarily complicate things/confuse people, with little to no benefit).

Posted by Julie in Eugene on October 9, 2009 at 3:08 PM

Psychology is critical for successful auctions.

Posted by Will in Seattle

on October 9, 2009 at 3:14 PM

Many thanks to everyone who voted for Banchero Friends Services. You are strong advocates and dedicated supporters. Congrats to the 3 Strangercrombie choices you all do great work and I hope you have a successful auction this year.

Posted by Ltrain on October 9, 2009 at 4:11 PM

As I mentioned in my vote all charities are worthy if they are reaching out to help all needy people. The list is endless because I am biased my vote was for Senior Services. As a field assessor I see all the need for helping people from all ages and situations. Thank you for your generosity. Thank you voters.

Posted by Dale H on October 9, 2009 at 4:57 PM

You are all morons. The only charity on that list that helped people who legitamatley couldn't help themselves was banchero. Nice job helping a bunch of fuck ups and leavingthe defenseless to fend for themselves.

Posted by Thinks stranger readers are insipid fools on October 9, 2009 at 5:48 PM

Congratulations to Senior Services. As a Volunteer Driver for this organization, I have seen many deserving seniors get rides to life saving appointments. They are gracious and extremely thankful for their rides. God Bless them all and all who care for them.

Posted by AtkinsM on October 10, 2009 at 7:13 AM

18. your heartfelt sentiments are certainly appreciated. Let's get some of that energy moving in a positive way towards helping our friends at Banchero. A personal donation?
XOXO
Jamie

Posted by Jamie Holliday