The end of an era the end of the penny no more penny candies (wait, those were gone a long time ago), no more $1.99 days.
From now on, we round up or down when we buy something and the difference is absorbed by the store or the shopper. Many people have jars and pockets full of pennies that are now being phased out.
So what to do with all those pennies? Why not give them to a good cause? Bowen Shares is one of those causes. Bowen Shares is a not-for-profit organization that gives money to an orphanage in Ghana called the Royal Seed Home.
Over the years, Bowen islanders have volunteered at the home and sent money to help with many projects. Food has been provided, dormitories built, books donated and school fees have been provided. Currently, the money we raise goes toward supporting female students who wish to pursue education outside of the orphanage school past Grade 9 $1,000 will pay for residency and tuition for two students.
So if you see a jar at one of your neighbourhood stores, lighten your pockets, donate your pennies and feel good about the money going to a good cause. If you feel moved to donate more than pennies, you can give to Bowen Shares through our account at the First Credit Union, Bowen Island branch.
Pam Matthews, Andrea Bastin and Jen Henrichsen on behalf of Bowen Shares
