An accountant has swapped figures for forks and spades for a special charity.
Lawrence Brooks has became the Essex area organiser of Workaid - which sends tools and equipment to Third World countries.
Mr Brooks, 66, of Notley Road, Braintree, found out about the organisation on a website and was so impressed he volunteered.
He said: "I was just looking up a charities list for a friend and became curious by a website called Workaid.
"I thought 'what a great idea'. There are so many good tools which are left unused by people and it made me realise how they would benefit others in poorer countries.
"The charity sends items mainly to Africa and it helps people become more self-sufficient."
He is urging people to donate tools of all kinds from gardening to dressmaking.
Mr Brooks is also looking for van-owners to help him transport the tools. Contact Mr Brooks on 01376 554841
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