- Our fund raising has reached a total of $431,196 (cash in the bank and formal commitments). We expect another $200,000 in provincial grants. We need to raise at least $242,000 more. We could be starting the new library next spring if there is a good response to this winters fund raising.
- For an overview of our cost estimates and funding up to September 30, 2003 - click here
- In September 2003, a BBQ was held by the Elks to celebrate the grand re-opening of the MacLeods Store and the proceeds, $1200.00, going to the new library fund.
- We participated in the Cash and Camping Lottery. Our share of the proceeds was $10,000
- We started a "Pledge" campaign.
- In September 2003, we received a grant for $22,400 to cover pre-construction expenses such as surveying, soil tests etc.
- In August 2003, we had a booth at the local trade fair to promote the new library project.
- In May 2003, we were involved in a joint fund raiser with Driftwood Ranch. We received a commitment of $7,000 form CIBC.
- In April 2003, we received a commitment from
Encana to the amount of $10,000.
- In October, 2002, we worked at the local Casino for two days which will result in a substantial financial contribution towards furnishings, computers etc for our new library.
- In August 2002, we had a display at the trade fair at the Ag Fair.
- In June, 2002, we held a 50-60s theme dine, dance, and auction, in conjunction with the South Peace Museum. The donations for the auction covered a wide range of items from original art to loads of gravel. For more information about this event, check out "Blast from the Past" We hope this might become an annual event..
- A Silent Auction was held November 2001
- In the summer of 2001, we participated in the Beaverlodge Fair and Trade Fair.
- We have held a book sale and a very successful Walk-a-thon in the spring of 2001.
- We have received donations and pledges from the Town of Beaverlodge, County of Grande Prairie, Triple R Society, CIBC, to name a few.
- We are approaching various businesses and organizations for donations as well as pursuing various sources.
- We are still hopeful that the Alberta Government will restore the "2005 Legacy Grants" that were suspended earlier this year.
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