There's an old fellow here much like that. He 'puts the touch' on me somewhat frequently to have a glass. I help if I can. The difference is that he now talks with me regarding his life, his past, his present. As time goes on he may open up enough that I can find a way to help him make his life better. He will always drink anyway. So it's not about the beer, it's about the man.

I drink coffee which at that particular place is free to me. Guess it all balances out.

IMO, giving to alcoholics is likely not about to change their lives. But in that process you may see a door open wherein lies the way to do something positive. Ya done good, DB.