So I went through my closet and cleaned out a bunch of dress clothes and a couple of jackets that I haven't worn in years. I through them in my pack, as an easy way to carry it all, and headed off to the Salvation Army. As I was walking up to the door I was apparently assessed as a homeless person coming in need of shelter, which is how I was greeted and treated the first few min. upon arrival. After a good laugh I made it to the back and deposited the items.
I've never had anyone offer money, yet.... I have been looked at and thought of as being homeless or a vagrant. I have short hair, and a very short goatee. I guess it's the backpack that provokes this kind of impression. Funny....