The humble cash collection box remains an indispensable and ubiquitous tool of grassroots fundraising for charities, often found sitting beside the till in shops, local pubs, in supporters homes and places of work. Loose change collection boxes facilitate spontaneous philanthropy, converting the loose change and forgotten pennies of daily life into a steady stream of micro-donations crucial for supporting charities. While technologically simple in an age dominated by digital payments, the physical presence of the box serves as a constant, tangible reminder of local need, tapping directly into the community’s goodwill and sense of proximity to charitable causes.