Tuesday, March 29, 2011

Website reviews: Begslist.org

by Katerina Nikolas

Amidst the slew of online begging sites Begslist.org costs nothing for cyber beggars to sign up and post their pleas for donations. They hope to be found by one of the kind souls who scour the internet looking to give their cash away. Whilst other sites often charge a hefty sign up fee Begslist.org is still free, as its creator knows what hard times are.

Instead of the beggars paying to post, Begslist runs paid advertisements from businesses which include online gambling sites, pay day loan lenders and credit repair services. This could be convenient for one of the sites cyber beggars who pleads for money to fund his gambling trip, as he could save on the travel expenses and hit the online gambling instead.

Whilst the site is free it does promise to feature those that donate $9.95 when they post, that their begging post will be featured in the ‘Begslist Spotlight’. The site also gives advice to its online beggars on how to avoid being scammed by donors, though it doesn’t highlight the dangers of donors being scammed by beggars.

Common scams to look out for the typical email type which purport to come from Presidents and Doctors, and those who need your address to send you a check which will require a return check for the over donated amount once cashed. Beggars are also warned of the countries which most likely send scam mails, including Nigeria and the UK.

The site does not publish photographs or personal details of the beggars, though some do post their PayPal email address. Many choose to post their names though along with email addresses and place of work. Requests for cash are divided into various sections such as money for debts, students, medical bills, food, rent, toys and entertainment. The latter category includes requests for beer money, new computers and gaming consoles.

One cyber beggar who intends to run for public office soon seems to have misunderstood the nature of cyber begging and touchingly declares himself to be a “35 year okld mail” in need of a wife. Another poster has urgent need of $10000 “for breast augmentation. In return I will take naked pictures of myself, with my new breasts.” What voyeur could turn down an offer like that?

Cyber beggars have a varied international background with representatives of India, Canada, Bulgaria and the Philippines all featured. What they all have in common is a Pay Pal account and a sob story.

There is nothing to say that those who beg online will receive a cent from it but they are encouraged to click on the adverts to express their gratitude for the free service which Begslist provides. Donors on the other hand are more likely to avoid being scammed by giving directly to the poor, the needy, or a charity.

23 comments:

Anonymous said...

I'm actually in great need and don't know where to turn. I have an add on the cite because of this. I think sometimes if the information is quite specific you can tell a story is not concocted. It is certainly better than giving to homeless people on the streets. Most of them either are on drugs or could go to a homeless shelter. We are the people that are trying to avoid becoming homeless. If people don't start helping people on the margins, homelessness will become a greater problem in this country and tent cities of paupers will begin to be established in formerly serene neighborhoods. The wages are not keeping up with costs, and the school debts and medical bills are too great to keep up with anymore. The American dream is dead.

Anonymous said...

I say that's true nobody is helping hardly because of politics in America are taking over our country to brainwash our citizens with lies and fraud as well,so I wouldn't be surprised by all this happening kindness of people on yeah sure I don't believe things I hear daily,and also rich and wealthy people are now planning to take away eberytheve we have, that's stupid it is they are lovers of money nothing more live for money.jewels. everything they live on instead of us who are in need shame on them,

Unknown said...

I agree

Unknown said...

Am a Nigerian, a student....
I want an iPhone 8 it's my dream to use an apple product
Was browsing ways to get people to help u out and I saw this app
I hope I get someone to grant my wish

Unknown said...

Hello im a new mother in need of help i work weekends and barely can afford our rent i have no faimly and i worked my entire pregnancy but im running out of funds if any one has any ideas for me or can help with any thing please text me six zero three eight two four four six six zero i thought twice about wright this message but dont know where else to turn my email is myturelove143@gmail.com

Anonymous said...

Hi my name is Jennifer and I am posting everywhere I can I am trying to find help as soon as possible I am fleeing a very scary domestic violence and things you couldn't imagine. I have six children and three of them are with the abuser right now I am needing funds for a lawyer to help get them back home and to relocate and stay safe. I fear for our lives I'm going to the police has not worked for me. jennifergarrett760@gmail.com (951) 410-7882

Anonymous said...

Kindly requesting for money for rent am almost thrown out 🙏

Anonymous said...

The homeless can't always just go to a homeless shelter. They're ALL full where I live. Been trying to get in one for a while.

Anonymous said...

I hope one day I will put roof over my head so 2018 I started building a two story bedroom apartments with my brother, after the COVID-19 getting I lost my job so getting founds to do decking and flow it has become difficult.please if God could use you to help me complete the building thank you for your help God bless you all

Anonymous said...

Please my name is Cecilia Acheampong I come Ghana but leave in Kuwait, am in need of help, I'm single mom here in Kuwait due the pandemic I couldn't afford my visa and I couldn't paid my hospital bills when I delivered my son and because of that am illegal immigrate and no one want offers me a job and even if you get the job they take advantage of you not to give salary cos they know you are illegal and you can't do anything to your employees. i want to go back home but I don't have no job no money paid for my debts even to feed myself and my son is a problem for me. My husband got arrested when my son was 3 weeks gone and he think me and baby are bad luck since then things have been thought I want need go back home but no one is ready to help me I wanted give my baby to adoption but nobody will buy my idea I really need help. Please if anyone can help me God will bless you for me thank you for your help

Anonymous said...

Please I need help I want to go back to my country and don't have money Please

Anonymous said...

Hello there hope you are doing well, my names are mungai isaac from Kenya in East Africa, my situation I am is that I was done my leg surgery & doctor inserted plate inside my leg near the ankle, which it really troubled mi along because of financial issues to be removed.
Secondly I have 2 daughters who are joining colleges early this month & due to my leg issues I cannot perform. My activities like before, therefore we as a family we are facing a difficult situation of raising cash.therefore brother s & sisters in christ if I can get well wishes I will be humbled appreciated. My wastp number is +254717079191 my bank account is 0760199414726 if anyone need any clarification am always available through this number

Anonymous said...

Hi.. I need help.. financial benefits please...I and family starving..my name is lwuagwu ikechukwu Emmanuel from Nigeria., We need money for feeding and for starting a small business /farming...I have lots of mouth to feed.,I would appreciate if you help me.my bank account details.. first bank..3058745088... thanks for helping.

Anonymous said...

Hello.my name is Erica.From South Africa.We are becoming homeless,right now have nothing not even food or lights.Please I need urgent help only pay pal don't work in South Africa.My son goes to school ,we have nothing at all please help

Anonymous said...

I agree. Had a stroke in January, lost my job due to that and homeless sleeping out of my vehicle. Can't get no one to help me while disability is giving me the run around on the decision. In which they decided when they gave me medicaid but will not give me any money so I can take care of myself and bills. I told my family if I die by going back to work, then I'll just die for I can't pay for insurance and my other small bills with medicaid.

Anonymous said...

Am Ephraim Chipulu from Zambia am a male age 27year Am looking for help someone as stolen my equipment right now am back zero plz help

Anonymous said...

Am Ephraim Chipulu from Zambia am a male age 27year Am looking for help someone as stolen my studio equipment right now am back zero plz help .We are becoming homeless,and am nothing ,mom and dad died on 2020 on road accident both died on spot plz plz please 0967976952 and ephraimchipulu81@gmail.com

Anonymous said...

Mental retardation 🙄😏

Anonymous said...

Hi, I am a 74 year old female who lost her job due to illness and am unable to take care of my debt. I am on dialysis and could truly use your help. I live with my daughter and her family and we desperately need a new home. We only have one bathroom for all five of us and my room barely allows me a walking trail to get to my closet. My request for help is not for me alone. My brother lives in a trailer in Oklahoma. He is deaf. The squirrels have chewed on the electric wires and he has no air conditioning nor electricity in certain areas The flooring has fallen in in certain areas and his front porch is unstable. My sister ‘s home has foundation problems and needs repair. She and her husband live on social security and barely get by. They also have air conditioning and heater problems. So, as you can tell, we need your help. Please, please help us. We would be forever grateful.

Anonymous said...

My telephone number is 817-291-9345

Anonymous said...

Greating, I'm a guy that need some money to start up my business, and I don't have anyone to help am just on my own, if I can get help i will be so grateful.

Melody said...

Hello to all and may God be the gory in our lives. I am 60 yesrs of age on disability an oxygen daily. I try to do the best I can in my life for myself. Since my doctor took me off work three years ago, I applied for part-time cashier and got it! It is a help but I have home repairs I need help in. I have tried to save but it seems like something always come up. I live alone and my home has been broken into seven times. It has been since anything like that has happen since a bike trail was made from a railroad track in Memphis, Tenn.(Binghampton area. But my wood fence was set on fire to gain entry and a getaway. My door frames are rotten and my window are window need replacing and guard doors. Whether this site is a scam or not, I am PLEADING with the children of God to for help for their spiritual sister in the name of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. I can give nideos of my home and surroundings when needed. Thank you all for reading my plea, Melody. 901-214-7392

Anonymous said...

Hi everything hi am looking help for my sister and her kids her house burn down she lost everything she need help