Yes. We are weak, pathetic creatures that need help when faced with adversity. We are like cattle caught int he mud field.
No, we are strong. Strong enough, spiritually, to help our neighbors in times of need, and postpone or forego, events that are superfluous.
Massive charity is superfluous. That's why you are a LOLberal and think you're a conservative.
Actually, I am more of a libertarian than anything. Entitlements and Dems and some Republicans, have created the "massive charity" governmental efforts you speak of, and with which we are stuck, until we can return to some sense of charity through the help of family and friends. This would take years, and actually will never happen.