The Journey Continues
An update from Brother Christopher
We have come a long way, but the journey continues! As we approach the one-year anniversary of the groundbreaking for the Monks of New Skete Dog Training Center, Capital Campaign, we are so very thankful for the support, encouragement, progress, and accomplishments that we have been witness to during this exciting and challenging time. It is through the generous spirit of so many, including the Maurice Sendak Foundation, that we have been able to move forward on this important project.
We are pleased to report that, with the help from many friends, the generous matching pledge/challenge by the Maurice Sendak Foundation for the Monks’ Capital Campaign has been met, and the foundation has very generously donated $250,000! This exciting challenge presented by the foundation ignited a call to action for many old and new friends of the Monks! In the months following the March 2014 announcement, we were humbled by the outpouring of generosity from the many people who wanted to support the Monks’ future good work. Donors wanted that special connection with the Monks and wanted their donation to be twice matched by the foundation’s amazing pledge. In many cases, contributions were also made because people wanted that connection to Maurice, who through his gifts and talents will continue to bless others for a very long time.
Currently, the exterior of the new training center and a large majority of its interior are complete. The structure’s interior components, which are approaching completion, include plumbing and geothermal heating, as the two systems are linked. Additionally, some electrical work, cabinets, and furnishings are also in the process of being completed. Once these projects are done, all aspects of the dog training program will then begin operating in the new building. Major outdoor projects such as landscaping, fencing, signage, and paving will resume in the spring. Weather pending, demolition of the old training facility will be completed prior to the end of 2014.
While significant progress has been made during this journey, there is still much to be done, and with your help, we will continue to work toward raising $570,000, the estimated cost of the dog training center.
$239,222 - Donated by individuals and families
$250,000 - Donated by Maurice Sendak Foundation
Total Raised - $489,222
Project Cost - $570,000
Balance of Donations needed - $80,778
If you would like to be a part of the Monks’ future work with dogs by making a donation to the Dog Training Center or would like more information, please do not hesitate to call or email Karen Gladstone, Director of Advancement and Stewardship at 518.677.3928 ext. 214 or karengladstone@newskete.org. You can also click here to make your donation online or here to print out a form to include with your mailed gift.
We have come a long way, but the journey continues! As we approach the one-year anniversary of the groundbreaking for the Monks of New Skete Dog Training Center, Capital Campaign, we are so very thankful for the support, encouragement, progress, and accomplishments that we have been witness to during this exciting and challenging time. It is through the generous spirit of so many, including the Maurice Sendak Foundation, that we have been able to move forward on this important project.
We are pleased to report that, with the help from many friends, the generous matching pledge/challenge by the Maurice Sendak Foundation for the Monks’ Capital Campaign has been met, and the foundation has very generously donated $250,000! This exciting challenge presented by the foundation ignited a call to action for many old and new friends of the Monks! In the months following the March 2014 announcement, we were humbled by the outpouring of generosity from the many people who wanted to support the Monks’ future good work. Donors wanted that special connection with the Monks and wanted their donation to be twice matched by the foundation’s amazing pledge. In many cases, contributions were also made because people wanted that connection to Maurice, who through his gifts and talents will continue to bless others for a very long time.
Currently, the exterior of the new training center and a large majority of its interior are complete. The structure’s interior components, which are approaching completion, include plumbing and geothermal heating, as the two systems are linked. Additionally, some electrical work, cabinets, and furnishings are also in the process of being completed. Once these projects are done, all aspects of the dog training program will then begin operating in the new building. Major outdoor projects such as landscaping, fencing, signage, and paving will resume in the spring. Weather pending, demolition of the old training facility will be completed prior to the end of 2014.
While significant progress has been made during this journey, there is still much to be done, and with your help, we will continue to work toward raising $570,000, the estimated cost of the dog training center.
$239,222 - Donated by individuals and families
$250,000 - Donated by Maurice Sendak Foundation
Total Raised - $489,222
Project Cost - $570,000
Balance of Donations needed - $80,778
If you would like to be a part of the Monks’ future work with dogs by making a donation to the Dog Training Center or would like more information, please do not hesitate to call or email Karen Gladstone, Director of Advancement and Stewardship at 518.677.3928 ext. 214 or karengladstone@newskete.org. You can also click here to make your donation online or here to print out a form to include with your mailed gift.
