THE CAMPAIGN FOR NATURE CAMP
From Afterglow Number 72 April 2008
In this first NCF publication of 2008, we expected to announce
the conclusion of the Campaign for Nature Camp and the launch
of the NCF’s Annual Fund, the proceeds of which will support
operating costs such as the mailing of The Afterglow to more
than 2000 recipients, provide scholarships for Nature Campers,
and better prepare Camp for a strong future. However, a recent
NCF Board discussion presented two reasons to make one final
campaign push and postpone introduction of the Annual Fund until
the next issue.
First, while some people have heard informally that there will
be a permanent display at Nature Camp featuring campaign donors,
we want now to communicate broadly that the threshold for inclusion
has been set at gifts or pledges of at least $1000. So, if you
would like to
see your name included in the commemorative display, please
take this final opportunity to complete the form in this Afterglow
and make your campaign gift or pledge
(payable over three years) today. And if you have intended to
participate in the campaign, but not at this level, be
assured that your gift or pledge in any amount is truly appreciated
and does make a difference. The second reason for this last
campaign appeal is that funds are still needed. While the astounding
generosity of so many Camp supporters has resulted in a total
of nearly $600,000, a portion of these funds was designated
for non-construction items such as scholarship support, publications,
service weekends, and other important donor-directed needs.
The remaining gifts and pledges, when fully paid, will cover
the estimated cost of the plumbing and electrical work currently
underway at Camp, but it would be prudent and indeed essential
to provide for the cost overrun that is to be expected on any
construction project.
Please consider adding your name to the many campaign supporters
that we have gratefully listed in this Afterglow. Generations
of future Nature Campers will know that, at this pivotal time
in Nature Camp’s history, an extraordinary group of Camp
friends of every age and from all walks of life gave selflessly
to ensure that Camp’s magic endures.
- Anne Rottenborn Balto, Campaign Chair
- Latham Schweitzer Coates, Development Chair |
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