Yall aren't taking this into consideration. Maybe he isn't the wealthiest person on earth? You don't need to make him feel bad. We don't know what his situation is.
i think that is an over-generalized statement... and you are correct, we don't know the situation - but we are willing to welcome them regardless!
if it is a situation where financial constraints are the issue, the PIF thread is a great place to get some assistance (folks willing to pay it forward - donating gear, juice they no longer need or use to folks who have a need)... though, when i made the jump, spending the money i spent on stinksticks previously did make the transition a bit easier, and affirmed - for me - my commitment to making the change
regardless, there are plenty of contests on the forum for free stuff - not aware, off the top of my head, of any specific free samples opportunities, though perhaps someone more knowledgeable will weigh in!