Real Change from Spare Change program
Posted by Tomsic on April 2, 2008
The program offers an alternative to giving panhandlers money on the street.
It allows people to donate money that will support Orange County street outreach programs, which began in spring 2007. Outreach workers ensure that the homeless get medial attention and mental health services, among other services.
Some local businesses have began participating by putting a change can by their cash registers.
The program was launched in November and $13,000 has been donated.
The goal for 2008 is $50,000, which will be raised through donations from partnerships that have similar goals as the program.
The program also has a Facebook group, which has 15 members.
