It is difficult to answer as to the intention of the people when they help the poor. Whether they care about poor or otherwise is a moot question. But the fact is they do help.Many reasons can be given for this & this help may come from anyone irrespective of their status. The nature of help may be of any type. In the form of food, shelter or clothing, education, money. Best to assume that they simply help, with or without any expectation.