Tuesday 13 January 2026 marked the launch of the Provincial Cash4Coins scheme, introduced by Bro David Jackson at Alcuin Lodge.

This brilliant initiative encourages members to gather up those forgotten old coins and notes hiding in drawers, convert them into GBP, and donate the proceeds to Festival 29. David will be contacting Lodges and Chapters around the Province to encourage their support and involvement in the scheme.

Pictured launching the scheme are (L to R)  APGM Mark Iveson, Bro David Jackson, and WM Adam Robson. A fantastic start to an initiative that turns small change into a big difference.

The meeting also saw Alcuin Lodge warmly welcome Richard Gatecliffe into Freemasonry.