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Preliminary
planning and timetable
It
is the intention to commence the building project as soon as there are
sufficient funds available. A good start has already been made on the
fund-raising, architect's plans have been drawn up and planning permission has
been obtained from the Local
Authority.
How
quickly we can complete the project will largely depend upon the success in
raising the necessary funds. Given the reasonably moderate ambition of the
project (and generosity of the local community) we would hope to complete
the project within two years.
Estimated
Costs and Funding
On
current day estimates the cost of the project stands at approximately £100,000.
A start has already been made and sufficient funds have been raised to
initiate the preliminary planning procedures. Further fund-raising
activities are in the pipe-line. However, for a substantial part of the
financing, we will be looking for the generosity and support from members of
the local community, as well as making applications to selected charitable
trusts and companies.
How
You Can Help
There
are many ways in which we can all help to raise the necessary funds to
realise the plans outlined in this appeal. All contributions no matter the
value are equally important. Although we will be making application to
selected Trusts and Companies, we in the local community must show willing
in our support for St. Bartholomew's Church.
Examples
of ways in which you can help:
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Regular monthly donations
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Donations to commemorate a special family event, such as a marriage or a
baptism - or in memory of loved ones
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Birthday or anniversary donations in lieu of gifts
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Legacies
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Organised fund-raising events (e.g. the 2005 London Marathon challenge taken
up by Andrew Horner in memory of his parents; the 2006 Church Flower
Festival).
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