A recent study indicates that the average British household returns from each holiday with approximately £78 in unused currency.
Partnering with a reputable service provider to sort and exchange donated currency the Rotary Club of Storrington & Pulborough District collects these unwanted coins and banknotes and allocates the proceeds to support various community initiatives such as educational programmes for children, activities for senior citizens, assistance for families facing special challenges and numerous other worthwhile causes.
Donations of surplus foreign currency can be made through designated collection points at HSBC Bank in Storrington, the Rotary Saturday Morning Bookstall in Storrington, Meadows Café & Store in Thakeham, Fittleworth Stores in Fittleworth, the Rotary Bookstall at Pulborough Station, and The Pulborough Exchange on Lower Street.
In 2026 the total donations converted were £688 which is up on the 2025 figure of £508 but well down on the 2024 figure of £1209 possibly due to the switch from cash to card usage.
Rotary coordinator Mike Webster stated, “Donating foreign coins and banknotes may appear to be a minor act, but it can make a world of difference locally .”
For more information please contact Mike Webster at leonierowan@btinternet.com
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