The fundraising campaign for the new G. Tackaberry and Family Home in Athens has reached 82 per cent of its $3 million goal, thanks to strong support from community donors.
With $2.4 million raised so far, the fundraising team celebrated on April 15 by recognizing 14 individuals and businesses for contributing $178,000. Four major donors gave $123,000 combined, including Gordon and Patricia DeRoos and Grenville Mutual Insurance.
The “Room to Donate” campaign added $55,000 in naming donations, with several local churches, businesses, and families stepping up.
Construction on the new 192-bed home is 96 per cent complete, with move-in expected later this summer. The new three-storey, six-wing building will replace the current 60-bed Maple View Lodge.
With a total cost of over $86 million, it’s the largest capital project ever undertaken by the United Counties of Leeds and Grenville. The current fundraising total stands at $2,478,582.