Lindsborg Old Mill & Swedish Heritage Museum
An anonymous donor is putting $50,000 on the table to encourage others to give to Lindsborg Old Mill & Swedish Heritage Museum before the end of 2022.
Lenora Lynam, executive director, said she is thankful for the unexpected gift from an area Smoky Valley resident. Lynam called on those who care about the museum to give generously to meet the donor’s year-end challenge.
“This is a big deal, and this is a fitting way to celebrate the 125th anniversary of the mill in 2023,” Lynam said, “But it is going to take many more generous people to ensure we don’t leave any part of this large gift unclaimed. Right now is the best time to give and help ensure the future of the museum and its treasures.”
The generous commitment means that now until December 31, donations of any amount will receive a “double match” under the terms of the donor’s challenge gift.
So, for example, a one-time gift of $100 before December 31 will secure $200 from the donor, for $300 total to the museum.
People can make their year-end gift to the museum go even farther, however, with a special “triple match” on new or renewing individual and family museum memberships for 2023.
This means that someone purchasing a 2023 individual membership at $40 will secure $120 from the donor - for $160 total.