KIND CASH

A little bit of cash can go a long way to help people in need. In Raglan, we have two retail outlets that use spare cash from customers to help other customers. One has a discreet jar that is used this way. 

“Nah. Put my change in the top-up jar please,” a man replied. The check-out woman smiled, thanked him and put the few coins into the jar. This money and other donated cash is used to cover the difference if another customer is a few cents short for their purchase. 
Another shop uses kind cash in a slightly different way. Next to the food cabinet is a small bowl with cash in it. Behind the bowl is a pamphlet produced by some locals about helping people with their mental health. The funding of suitable programmes to help people in this regard can be precarious, so every little bit helps. 
I’m sure there are other shops doing similar things in your community. They are staffed by people who meet all sorts from all walks of life. They understand that generosity of spirit and action can take many forms and that ‘we are all in this together’.

POINTS TO PONDER
I love the way locals are helping locals. There are no overhead costs or hidden agenda. Anyone and everyone can give and receive.
The money goes directly to those who need it most. In actuality, a ‘friendly flow of funds’ benefits all of society. No one is pressured to give. In this context of kindness, the simple ideas often work the best!