• News Release
• Date: December 4, 2008

• Contact: Jolene Weaver
• 717-581-4390

Capital Campaign Update: $4.1 Million Raised

Brethren Village's capital campaign, entitled "Upholding the Promise: Building for Tomorrow," is now even closer to the $6.2 million project goal.

Aimed at raising one third of the $17.7 million cost of construction, the campaign is in support of Brethren Village's new Healthcare Center and Welcome Center- part of the massive redevelopment effort on the campus of the Village. To date, $4.1 million has been committed in the form of signed pledges, planned gifts and current gifts.

These dedicated donors include more than 80 residents, friends, families, businesses, foundations, team members, churches, the Brethren Village Auxiliary and the Board of Directors.

Rejoicing in the progress of the entire project, an October 29th ceremony marked the 'topping out' of the new Healthcare Center, as residents, team members, and donors watched the final steel beam arrive in its new resting place. Signing the beam with a personal message, the campus community looked on as welding sparks flew, making the building one step closer to being 'home' for BV residents.

Forty-four naming opportunities are still available in both the new Welcome Center and Healthcare Center. Additionally, planned gifts- that can be made through your estate- are a popular way to secure a naming opportunity for you, your family or someone you would like to honor.

Campaign leaders are seeking gift commitments of various sizes to meet the $6.2 million minimum goal. For additional information on our capital campaign or to download the campaign brochure and the full listing of naming opportunities, please visit www.bv.org/capital or contact the Development Office at (717) 581-4316.

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