Not what I was suggesting. When people dismiss the fact that insurance covers anything important you owned it isn't true. You lose everything that place represented. When your community or friends and family can come together and help you in a time of need. It can make the experience a less painful and draining experience. It helps give you proper closure when you lose something meaningful to you such as your childhood home.
When I lost my home it was the most lonely experience of my life. I was never going to walk through those doors again. I was never going to have Christmas here or be able to show my kids where I grew up. Its the memories of just being somewhere you grew up that you lose forever.
Nobody is obligated to donate. They reached out for help and people have donated generously. It's not an obligation. But its a s***** situation. I will always encourage trying to help someone. It's not just about the money it's the support and care your receiving from people who can help you turn a terrible situation into a better one.