21 Shameless People Who Were Impossibly Picky When Begging For Free Handouts

You’ve probably come across an entitled, choosy beggar at one point or another in your time on this earth. What’s so wild about certain choosing beggars that you cross paths with is that they can end up being some of the most picky people you’ve ever met. If you’re kind enough to help someone out who is caught up in a tight squeeze, and they then have the audacity to try to tinker around with the terms of the free handout, things are clearly going nowhere fast. These choosing beggars are definitely in need of some serious wakeup calls.

1. “The old Tinder for rent money route.”

Screenshot of a text exchange on a dating app. One person, Stephanie, says she's not good because she needs money for rent. The other person suggests she should work instead of being on Tinder after Stephanie asks for $122.

2. “Kid at the school I go to.”

GoFundMe campaign page for raising money to purchase AirPods with a $100 goal. The campaign description mentions the creator's reason for wanting AirPods and discusses their school and interest in music. There is a "Donate Now" button and a "Share on Facebook" button.
u/fez-b/via reddit.com

3. “Give me $5K so I can fall prey to a pyramid scheme.”

A GoFundMe page requests donations to help a stay-at-home mother buy LuLaRoe inventory and become a consultant. She aims to support her baby girl and is asking for help, even small amounts, to achieve her goal. Donate and Share buttons are visible at the top.
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4. “Seriously though?”

A green Jeep Wrangler with large tires is parked in front of a house. The GoFundMe page aims to raise $10,000 for a Christmas gift with the title "My Girlfriend Wants a Jeep for Christmas!" There are "Donate now" and "Share" buttons below the goal.
u/bestbed01/via reddit.com

5. “Oh nice, a free HD television.”

A post in a buying and selling group seeking a free TV. The user explains their TV broke two weeks ago and can't afford a new one due to Christmas expenses. They request a 32-inch or larger TV with HDMI ports. A comment below offers two TVs in working condition.
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6. “Seems like a solid cause to pitch into.”

A fundraising page titled "Mike Wazowski," featuring an image of the green, one-eyed cartoon character from "Monsters, Inc." with a raised hand and a big smile. The goal is $10, and the current amount raised is $0.00. The message reads "Mike Wazowski needs some papers printed.
u/blueonion/via reddit.com

7. “A $2,000 goal even though they have an Xbox.”

A wooden desk holds a computer monitor, gaming controller, keyboard, headphones, and mouse pad. Behind, a wall features a collage of surfing images. Text at the bottom reads, "Upgrade my Gaming Setup" with a fundraising goal of $2,000.
u/thekid018/via reddit.com

8. “Guy delivering my $5 order wanted cash for gas.”

A phone screenshot shows a text conversation. The sender, Mario, initially requests cash for gas in exchange for running errands. The receiver responds they only use Venmo and cannot assist with cash. Mario then suggests sending Venmo, assuring rapid access to funds.
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9. “Raising $4K to buy MCR tickets so they can secure that better grade.”

Fundraising page with a $4,000 goal titled "Teacher my chemical romance." Description below explains the goal to raise funds to buy My Chemical Romance tickets to improve a class grade. It was created 5 hours ago under "Celebrations & Events." There's a "Donate now" button.
u/paneer1to8/via reddit.com

10. “Yay, beans.”

A fundraising page titled "Help me buy beans" shows an image of baked beans and a fundraising goal of $2. There is a "Donate now" button and a "Share" button. Below, a comment is partially visible, saying, "I want some beans.
u/drewisaboss44/via reddit.com

11. “This woman’s in her 40’s.”

A Facebook post with a tropical leaf background reads, "Now accepting Cash App deposits for the BDay...." followed by eye emojis. There are icons showing the post has 3 comments, with options to like or comment below.
u/already_reddit/via reddit.com

12. “He lost an AirPod and posted this on Snap.”

A screenshot of a fundraising page titled "Buy nick new airpods" with a $230 goal. The page shows "Donate now" and "Share" buttons. It indicates the fundraiser was created 1 hour ago and is categorized under Accidents & Emergencies.
u/andrewpandrew_/via reddit.com

13. “Imperative therapy, clearly.”

A blurred-out Facebook post reads, "In need of tattoo therapy, anyone want to donate to Megan and myself for tattoos? IBM for details," followed by a laughing emoji. The post has Like, Comment, and Share buttons below it.
u/bherenow/via reddit.com

14. “For my mom’s birthday, I’m taking her to meet my favorite singer.”

A tweet requesting donations via Venmo to buy VIP tickets to a Meghan Trainor and Maroon 5 tour for the user and their mom. The user mentions it is two days after their mom's birthday and expresses their excitement to meet their idol and cry in front of a celebrity.
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15. “So funny that I completely forgot to laugh.”

A Facebook post with a background of blue mountains reads: "This is funny buttttttt 😂😂😂 can someone please PLEASE Cashapp me $4?!?! It's for a VERY GOOD cause 💯." The post has 4 likes and 5 comments.
u/slinky1010/via reddit.com

16. “It’s my birthday, give me your hard-earned money.”

A Facebook post by Princess reads: "It’s my birthday today so if you wanna bless me on my birthday today imma leave my CashApp info right here feel free to send me money (money bag emoji) (kiss emoji) CashApp: $[username redacted].
u/xrax17/via reddit.com

17. “Only $25 a day for 12 hour days.”

Text with white font on a red background. It reads: "I am looking for someone who is willing to be a permanent babysitter. I am willing to pay $250 every 2 weeks. The schedule that we know of may change and some days maybe 12 hrs until school starts. I have 2 boys who are 4 and 10. Please DM me.
u/due_start_8891/via reddit.com

18. “I want a free dog even though I can’t afford to take care of my cats.”

A Facebook post with a purple background and white text reading, "Looking for miracle here. Looking for a free puppy. Has to be a puppy we have cats..Not sure of a breed might not matter." Reaction emojis and engagement buttons (like, comment, share) are visible below the post.
u/throwawayk8y/via reddit.com

19. “In our village Facebook group.”

A Facebook post by an anonymous participant mentions a trip to the harbor. They express disappointment about the BBQ having no onions or salad for the burgers. A top comment thanks attendees for supporting the event despite these issues. Post has 37 reactions.
u/thlaynle/via reddit.com

20. “Oh, so delivered then.”

A Facebook post in a "Buy Nothing" group reads: "Send pics: Iso nice living room set located in 21215 & 32” TV. Nice to have it 'delivered' by my b’day on Friday 19th." The post has 17 reactions and one top comment which humorously mentions getting free delivery on one's birthday.
u/nahberbo/via reddit.com

21. “Yep, licensed individuals only please.”

A social media post reads: "ISO someone to help me with a haircut. I’ve been very sick so I can't afford one and my hair’s getting out of control. I just need a fade and about an inch taken off the top. Licensed individuals only please. Located uptown.
u/ifgeneie/via reddit.com

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