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I didn't know about these. Two things can exist at once: The system is failing these people, and people who donate time/effort/wood/money to help others are very generous.
I don't like that the article minimizes the altruism. Prepping firewood is hard work, and it's a hell of a nice thing to do for others.
Considering the articles point on how pretty much everyone only focuses on the altruism; it's a really nice contrast.
...and with that I learn about wood banks from a writer that scolds other writers for writing nice things about the generous aspects. There's nothing to contrast.
Dude I don't work the soup line simply because I enjoy it and have nothing better to do. Don't mistake altruism for a lack of need. I do volunteer work because I know that without my effort, more people are going to suffer needlessly. Part of it IS fueled by a smoldering rage that the state is so devoted to helping nobody but the wealthy. Believe me when I say that of I saw no need for my effort I would certainly save myself the trouble.
All of the chatter about the system failing seems to presuppose that that is a bad thing. More independent, decentralized, robust local economies and communities is a good thing. If that happens to stem from racism and neglect, it doesn't invalidate a good idea. Would it be better to have a better system that was more inclusive and supported all people? Probably. But realistically our industrial system isn't something to mourn. Replacing it would be great.