Weekly Fun Facts - Trevi Fountain: Coins Combat Homelessness, One Wish at a Time
- BAKA
- Dec 16, 2023
- 1 min read
Updated: Jan 9, 2024

Each year, tourists tossing coins into the Trevi Fountain unknowingly contribute to reducing homelessness. The Church collects these coins, amounting to $1-2 million which contribute to 15% of the Church yearly budget when they drain the fountain, and uses the funds for charity, particularly aiding the homeless through carnitas initiatives. So, making a wish and tossing your coin not only fulfills a personal desire but also supports feeding those in need—That's one small step for [a] man, one giant leap for mankind,"with a big impact on the journey to alleviating homelessness. Next time you're in Rome, make sure to stop by the Trevi Fountain for a wish then, and while you're at it, don't miss the chance to visit Michelangelo's David in Florence – a small but mighty masterpiece.
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