Dear Editor@Matzav.com,

 
Imagine if I agreed to be honored annually at my children’s school dinner. Would I have the audacity to send out a request every single year, asking my friends and family to place an ad for me?
The obvious answer is: absolutely not!
No one would have the nerve to do that; they would feel utterly ridiculous. It’s just inappropriate and socially awkward. So, can someone please explain why it’s acceptable to send out multiple solicitations via text, email, or WhatsApp every year for your children’s yeshiva, your shul, your kollel, and any other cause you deem important?
It’s equally as inappropriate and socially awkward as being honored multiple times a year and asking the same people for ads.
Just because it’s easier to click a link and donate with a credit card doesn’t make it right.
Especially if it’s for your daughter’s school or high school—why should I feel obligated to contribute to that? This behavior is out of control and needs to stop!
Frustrated