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I <br />The partnership with the Towns of Chapel Kill, Carrboro, Hillsborough, along with Orange County will <br />ideally comprise 25% of the total campaign goal. We hope to have these commitments confirmed as part of <br />the fiscal 1999 budget process. Partnering and contributing to this campaign is a wise investment for the <br />municipalities, as our services often provide relieffor the towns and County when disasters occur. <br />Phase Two: Foundations <br />As a not for profit entity, some support for purchasing the property will be available from a variety <br />of Foundations. Once we have completed our work with businesses and municipalities, our <br />development staff will research, write and submit the appropriate grant requests to these foundations. <br />Phase Three: Individuals <br />A broad -based solicitation will occur for previous donors who have contributed at or above the $500 <br />annual level and for other individuals identified as major gift prospects. Additionally, board <br />members of the Orange County Chapter have made a preliminary commitment of $25, 000. <br />OPTIONS FORGIVING <br />A variety of options are available for making a contribution to this campaign. Cash gifts may be <br />pledged over a three -year period. Gifts of stock and/or annuities will also be accepted. Finally, individuals <br />may choose to have their gifts placed on MasterCard or Visa. We are also prepared to discuss planned <br />giving or charitable remainder trusts with individuals who wish to support the Red Cross with their estate. <br />NAMING OPPORTUNITIES <br />With 7,200 square feet in our building, there will be a variety of naming opportunities for both corporations, <br />municipalities and individuals. The following areas have been identified for naming opportunities: <br />Teen AIDS Hotline ($50,000) <br />Instructional Classrooms (2) ($25,000) <br />Conference Room/Board Room ($25,000) <br />Executive Director's Office ($15,000) <br />Blood Services Office ($15,000) <br />Staff and Volunteer Offices (9) ($10,000) <br />CONCLUSION <br />Disaster Communications Center ($20,000) <br />Kitchen ($15,000) <br />Emergency Generator Equipment ($15,000) <br />Fellowship Area ($10,000) <br />ADA Improvements in Restrooms ($10,000) <br />Reception Area ($15,000) <br />This campaign is not just an opportunity to create financial savings each month. Rather, it is an <br />opportunity to infuse additional dollars into the already extensive array of services provided by the <br />Orange County Chapter of the American Red Cross. It is an opportunity to allow an extremely <br />talented staff and core of volunteers to continue their selfless service to the citizens of Orange <br />County from an excellent facility that meets our current needs as well as future objectives. No one <br />goes untouched by some service the American Red Cross provides every day. The American Red Cross is <br />