By SALINA POST
The Temple has announced a $1,000,000 capital campaign to address three important areas of the historic building in downtown Salina.
The funds will provide two new elevators, updated ADA compliant restrooms, and air conditioning for the theatre.
The board of the Salina Innovation Foundation (DBA The Temple) is excited to report that due to the generosity of private donors and area foundations they have already exceeded the halfway point of the campaign.
“I am optimistic that our fundraising will be successful,” said board president Rodney Denholm. “These projects will allow The Temple to serve more of the community throughout the year.”
In addition to the capital project, Executive Director Mary Landes reported that as a historic landmark, The Temple has been awarded Historic Tax Credits meaning that up to 30% of the project costs will be reimbursed by the State of Kansas.
“The tax credits will provide additional operating capital and help with further improvements to The Temple,” said Landes.
Generous support from the Earl Bane Foundation and the Dane Hansen Foundation in addition to major gifts from individuals means that the ADA restrooms and the first elevator replacement are already underway.
“This means so much for the Temple community,”Landes said. “We currently have 22 businesses and regular inquiries about our co-working space. These improvements will allow us to open up more spaces for the community to use.”
Additional fundraising will take place through the summer and fall. Public events and a direct mail campaign are also in the works. To donate to The Big Lift capital campaign contact Executive Director Mary Landes at [email protected], 785-201-3132 or visit https://www.salinatemple.com/how-to-donate/