This is the first fundraiser of any kind I have participated in where the donors said “thank you” to the church for holding it. Saint Paul’s Lutheran Church
in Waverly, Iowa holds an annual scrap metal drive that is always very
successful.
in Waverly, Iowa holds an annual scrap metal drive that is always very
successful.
People from both the church and community are encouraged to bring scrap metal including items made mostly of metal like appliances as well as used electronics like cellphones, flat screens, computers, etc.
The scrap metal dealer sets up shop in the church parking lot and pays the church for the weight of the items. Some bring hundreds of pounds as a generous donation but most are elderly who have one item they wish to be rid of. The church will also pick up larger items at the donor’s home.
Benefit #1 the church collects a great deal of revenue.
Benefit #2 people are genuinely happy to get rid of the items without having to pay the fee charged by the local landfill.
Benefit #3 it is excellent stewardship of the environment to see
these items recycled.
these items recycled.
Benefit #4 the church is seen in the community as being helpful.
By Pastor Mark Anderson, Assistant to the Bishop
