Fund a Need

Fund a Need is a special component of the Benefit Auction that allows you to support specific programs at the Montshire at a level that is right for you. The 2013 Fund a Need raised more than $12,000 for the Montshire's Warm Welcome and education programs.

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Raise your paddle to support Montshire’s Warm Welcome program! Your contribution will help ensure that Montshire is accessible to people of all income levels. “Bidding” will start at $1,000 and end at $100.
•  $1,000 could provide a free “open house” at the 
    Museum for visitors from a low-income 
    community
•  $500 could offer 10 families free admission
    passes through agencies like the Upper Valley
    Haven or Listen Community Services
•  $250 would help support a community outreach
    program in a local school or community center
•  $100 could offer a complimentary Museum
    membership to a family in need

Silent Auction

Fund a Need tables may be found in both the Community Room and the main gallery. You can help the Montshire serve a variety of community needs by making a gift to support:
• Strengthen science education in rural schools
• Summer camp scholarships
• $1 school visits

Many thanks to Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC, sponsor of Fund a Need.

 

What a combination—a great event for a great cause!  Sarah Miles

 
 

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