Hundreds of unwanted tools were donated during a tool collection day in Huntingdonshire to be cleaned up and sent to third-world countries in need.

Members of Impact by the Rotary Club of St Neots staged the collection for Tools with a Mission (TWAM) on October 28 in the Scout Hall on Bedford Street.

The Hunts Post: Members of Impact sought the tools via radio, social media, posters and word-of-mouth helping to ensure their van was full to the brim.Members of Impact sought the tools via radio, social media, posters and word-of-mouth helping to ensure their van was full to the brim. (Image: Impact by the Rotary Club of St Neots)

 

Impact chair Martin West reported a "successful day" with a van full of tools being taken to be renovated and serviced up by TWAM, who will "bring them back to life" for onward use.

A spokesperson for Impact said: "On Monday [October 30], they will be delivered to TWAM to start their onward journey to Africa to kick start a new business."

The Hunts Post: Electricians, motor mechanics, plumbers and power tools were all welcome for donation.Electricians, motor mechanics, plumbers and power tools were all welcome for donation. (Image: Impact by the Rotary Club of St Neots)

Wrenches, spanners, hammers and more were collected on the day, which will help "change someone's life in their third-world destination", giving TWAM the tools to help start people off in business to support their families and communities.

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The Chimera Scouts supported Impact by providing the venue and offering refreshments to all those who came along to cater for everyone.

The Hunts Post: Several people came to donate their unwanted tools at St Neots Scout Hall on Bedford Street.Several people came to donate their unwanted tools at St Neots Scout Hall on Bedford Street. (Image: Impact by the Rotary Club of St Neots)

A spokesperson for the Rotary Club of St Neots said: "This is a fine example of Rotarians making an impact on the local community and wider afield."