These terra cotta pigs are made in Pomaire, a little town not far from here. This place is known all over the world for their terra cotta cookware, but they also make pigs and other decorative things. The International Association that I belong to sells these pigs, then asks people to fill them up with change. When full, pigs are given back and the money collected supports the various charities the organization has chosen. The women have "pig breaking parties", cracking open the pigs and then counting all of the coins. This is financially quite successful for them.
I have decided to bring back pigs when we come back (it will be YEARS, people, so you have PLENTY of time to save!) to support my favorite charity, the Galveston Island Humane Society. When we do get back- everyone- pull our your wallets and Purchase a Porker!
They will all have names and some sort of Chilean clothing, so no two will be alike. Start saving your coins now. And I don't mean pennies!!!
Here is a link to the City of Pomaire
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