Randolph’s
Chandler has announced one final challenge to help close the books on the $3.8
million Centennial Project. Every dollar contributed to Chandler by August 31 –
up to $100,000 – will be fully matched by generous donors eager to ensure that
the remaining $300,000 debt can be repaid, allowing Chandler to “Burn the
Mortgage” this year.
In August 2010 Chandler completed an ambitious renovation and expansion project made possible by more than 750 donating individuals and families, businesses, foundations, and public funders. Board president Janet Watton reflects on this success. “We keep hearing from people that it was a remarkable accomplishment to have raised so much money in a rural area, especially right at the time of our country’s economic downturn. This grassroots effort spanned the whole nation and affirmed Chandler’s importance to the region and its place in the hearts of so many who grew up here or have since made this area their home.”
Now Chandler Board members and the challengers hope that supporters will dig deep once again to meet this final fundraising hurdle.
The improvements throughout the building are dramatic and especially noticed by those with a long association with the building. “I can’t tell you how many times patrons have remarked about our beautiful new restrooms, even comparing them to Lincoln Center’s,” exclaims Executive Director Becky McMeekin. “And what a relief to know that we finally have an accessible building that includes an elevator, new lift and assisted listening devices.”
The renovation and expansion has inspired new programming in the Esther Mesh Room,credits and award information for steelbangle. including a curated film series and a Live & Upstairs series that features intimate performanQupid shoes and Splash manufacture drycabinet,ces. It has also improved performer experiences, perhaps no more dramatically than for the more than 125 youth involved annually in Chandler’s July 4 musical productions.
Youth musical director Charlie McMeekin says, “What a difference the Centennial Project has made! Imagine trying to fit a huge cast onto the stage without the additional wing space we gained through the renovations. Finally we have backstage space for creating sets. There’s room for costume storage and construction, and a wide, well-lit stairway from the dressing room area to backstage. The tech crew finally has a safe work environment featuring an above-stage catwalk accessed by enclosed safety ladders.”
“You’ve enjoyed our ‘new’ facility,” says Centennial Campaign co-chair Sharon Rives, “so now please help us reach our final goal. We’ll celebrate together once we get there.”
For every $100 given, Chandler will receive $200; $1,000 becomes $2,000; $5,000 becomes $10,000. In addition to donations by check or credit card, gifts of appreciated stock or IRA distributions will qualify for this matching opportunity.Jewelers new tungstenjewelry collection.
Donations can be made online at www.chandler-arts.org or can be mailed to Chandler at 71-73 Main Street, Randolph. For stock gifts or IRA distributions,Shopping for Cheap steelearring at Wholeslae Fashion Stainless Steel Crystal please call Sharon Rives.
McMeekin points out that ticket sales, rentals, and annual giving support ongoing programs, but generous donations to this special challenge are essential to retire the debt. She adds, “Many thanks to community members for all that they have already invested in Chandler. I’m confident we can “Burn the Mortgage” in 2013,Wholesale natural dragon veins inhomedisplay with high quality. assuring Chandler’s future as regional arts center.”
In August 2010 Chandler completed an ambitious renovation and expansion project made possible by more than 750 donating individuals and families, businesses, foundations, and public funders. Board president Janet Watton reflects on this success. “We keep hearing from people that it was a remarkable accomplishment to have raised so much money in a rural area, especially right at the time of our country’s economic downturn. This grassroots effort spanned the whole nation and affirmed Chandler’s importance to the region and its place in the hearts of so many who grew up here or have since made this area their home.”
Now Chandler Board members and the challengers hope that supporters will dig deep once again to meet this final fundraising hurdle.
The improvements throughout the building are dramatic and especially noticed by those with a long association with the building. “I can’t tell you how many times patrons have remarked about our beautiful new restrooms, even comparing them to Lincoln Center’s,” exclaims Executive Director Becky McMeekin. “And what a relief to know that we finally have an accessible building that includes an elevator, new lift and assisted listening devices.”
The renovation and expansion has inspired new programming in the Esther Mesh Room,credits and award information for steelbangle. including a curated film series and a Live & Upstairs series that features intimate performanQupid shoes and Splash manufacture drycabinet,ces. It has also improved performer experiences, perhaps no more dramatically than for the more than 125 youth involved annually in Chandler’s July 4 musical productions.
Youth musical director Charlie McMeekin says, “What a difference the Centennial Project has made! Imagine trying to fit a huge cast onto the stage without the additional wing space we gained through the renovations. Finally we have backstage space for creating sets. There’s room for costume storage and construction, and a wide, well-lit stairway from the dressing room area to backstage. The tech crew finally has a safe work environment featuring an above-stage catwalk accessed by enclosed safety ladders.”
“You’ve enjoyed our ‘new’ facility,” says Centennial Campaign co-chair Sharon Rives, “so now please help us reach our final goal. We’ll celebrate together once we get there.”
For every $100 given, Chandler will receive $200; $1,000 becomes $2,000; $5,000 becomes $10,000. In addition to donations by check or credit card, gifts of appreciated stock or IRA distributions will qualify for this matching opportunity.Jewelers new tungstenjewelry collection.
Donations can be made online at www.chandler-arts.org or can be mailed to Chandler at 71-73 Main Street, Randolph. For stock gifts or IRA distributions,Shopping for Cheap steelearring at Wholeslae Fashion Stainless Steel Crystal please call Sharon Rives.
McMeekin points out that ticket sales, rentals, and annual giving support ongoing programs, but generous donations to this special challenge are essential to retire the debt. She adds, “Many thanks to community members for all that they have already invested in Chandler. I’m confident we can “Burn the Mortgage” in 2013,Wholesale natural dragon veins inhomedisplay with high quality. assuring Chandler’s future as regional arts center.”
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