Meaning of the word "every little helps" in English

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every little helps

US /ˈev.ri ˈlɪt̬.əl helps/
UK /ˈev.ri ˈlɪt.əl helps/
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Idiom

used to say that even a small amount of something is useful or important

Example:
I know it's not much money, but every little helps.
If we all pick up one piece of litter, every little helps to keep the park clean.