Re: Fund Raising HELP!
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Fund Raising HELP!
Teresia Scott 4/05/04
Teresia,
I am a founding member of the Misenheimer Cemetery Assn. in South Central Texas, and our goal is to clean up, restore, and maintain this historic 1855 cemetery.It was in really pitiful conditon until two years ago.Still much to do, but it looks sooooo much better!
I thought I would tell you to be sure to explore all options for assistance with your goal.We had no money, and most of the members are "older" folks and unable to do a lot of heavy work.The County has no funds with with to help us, but does provide adult probationers (who must do so many hours of community service as a condition of probation) to do the work clearing, burning, etc.This has been a God-send.
I am doing reasearch on the people buried in the cemetery, and writing a book about those folks and the general area in which the cemetery is located, and we plan to use the proceeds to erect a sorely needed fence around the property.
Also, one member is working on a cookbook.
The latter two things are not quick-fixes for cash flow problems, but the use of adult probationers has been great for us.
Taking care of old and neglected cemeteries is near and dear to my heart.I applaud your efforts and wish you much success.
Betty
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