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Currency for Kids

As a traveler, you know that foreign coins and bills can quickly add up in your wallet or purse. But what happens to them when you return home? Often, they’re left unused and unexchanged, collecting dust in a jar or piggy bank. But we have a better idea! Did you know that your unused foreign currency can be donated to Currency for Kids (CFK) and help fund vital programs for vulnerable and marginalized children and youth?

Introducing Currency for Kids

Currency for Kids (CFK) is a program run in collaboration with Global Coin Solutions that collects unused foreign currency and uses it to fund vital programs for vulnerable and marginalized children and youth. That’s right, those coins that can’t be exchanged for Canadian money can still make a big difference in someone’s life!

How Does it Work?

It’s easy! You can collect foreign from around your home or business and mail it or drop it off at our office. You can also become a host and place a collector bin at your school, church, or community center. Then, invite your friends and family to contribute their unused foreign coins and bills.

Making a Difference

By participating in Currency for Kids, you’re not only helping to provide life-changing opportunities for children and youth, but you’re also doing your part for the environment. We recycle and reduce waste by keeping foreign currency out of our landfills, making our community a cleaner and safer place.

Every Coin Counts

So next time you’re cleaning out your piggy bank or searching through your couch cushions, remember that every coin counts. Your spare change can add up to make a big difference in the life of child or youth. Since its inception in 2021, Currency for Kids has raised over $50,000, proving that even the smallest donations can have a significant impact. Join us in supporting Currency for Kids and help turn travel treasures into life-changing opportunities.

Get Involved!

To learn more about Currency for Kids and how you can get involved, visit our website or contact us directly. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of children and youth around the world.

 

Thank you to Global Coin Solutions for partnering with us to make Currency for Kids possible!

 

To become a CFK host and for more information please contact Lisa at Ljanssen@haltoncas.ca or call 905-333-4441 ext. 0724

CFK donations can be dropped off or mailed to:

Children’s Aid Foundation of Halton
1445 Norjohn Court, Unit #1
Burlington Ontario
L7L 0E6