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A vending machine that dispenses photos of the poor and a prayer.

Initiator(s)

Luca Pucci

Description

Assisi has recently banned the request for alms outside of its many shrines. This project takes the shape of a vending machine, placed at a proper distance from the sanctuaries, that dispenses photos of the poor of Assisi and a prayer. The proceeds were distributed between all the poor who participated in the project.

Goals

To provide the poor with some finance and to give to the religious visitor a prayer.

Beneficial outcomes

The beggars can obtain some money.

Location

Italy

Users

Beggars, worshippers, tourists

Maintained by

Luca Pucci

Duration

2009 - 2010

Category

Scientific
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