Good point. I can’t tell you how many times I have lectured Ben about private property and such. So far we’ve had no formal complaints. It is easier for some people to accept a kid doing this as opposed to a more destitute adult.

Another difference is that Ben will make sure that non-redeemable recyclables get put into recycling bins rather than the garbage. That is, he’ll sort out recycling if people haven’t done so themselves. He’ll also teach (or guilt) them to do it and help them get a recycling bin if they don’t have one. I’ll admit, it is a bit easier to do those things when survival is not your motivation.