Creating A Historical Legacy
 Together We Can Touch Tomorrow’s History
Clinton County Historical Society's
Planned Giving Programs

The Clinton County Historical Society is entering a new era. Our Society needs to generate additional
 financial resources to aid our continued growth and expansion.
Your support is critical for our mission to continue!

An Overview of CCHS…

Founded in 1921 the Clinton County Historical Society's Mission of Historical Preservation and Education, has remained resolute. In 1962 the Heisey Museum building was deeded to us from Cora Frey Heisey in keeping with the wishes of her husband, Samuel.  We presently own four properties: The Heisey Museum, Barton Street School, Castanea Railroad Station and Farrandsville Furnace.  The Heisey House and Farrandsville Furnace are on the National Register of Historic Places.

Our Mission…

The Clinton County Historical Society is organized to maintain a museum for collecting, preserving and interpreting records and artifacts significant to the history of Clinton County. CCHS encourages research into local history, recommends the preservation of historical structures and sites, presents educational programs in local schools, offers free seminars and lectures to the public and cooperates with other organizations interested in historical preservation.

But, To Continue Our Mission We Need Your Help!

Over the years the Society worked tirelessly within the Clinton County Community proudly following the Heisey’s dream of preserving this County's rich History.  Following, we present to you our hopes, dreams, and needs for our Society, so our rich history may live on forever in the hearts and minds of this and all future generations of Clinton County.

What are Our Goals?

To raise funds for immediate operational and capital needs and establish an endowment fund for future needs to assure the Society’s existence for future generations.

What Are Our Most Immediate Needs Today?

Repairs to the Heisey House [Capital]:
  • plaster walls are damaged from water leakage and need replaced
  • plumbing is leaking and needs replaced
  • east parlor floor needs stabilized
  • glass in many windows needs replaced
  • the Ice House walls are bowing out and need stabilized

Repairs to the Farrandsville Furnace [Capital]:
  • new gates need to be installed in the arches
  • future archeological dig to find the location of out building and as a precursor to restoration

Operational Funds:
  • pay staff salaries
  • ensure current on-going educational programs for students, the general public and development of future programs
  • help the Society promote and present new exhibits
  • keep the Heisey House and other CCHS properties open to the public and keep regular operating hours
  • pay everyday operational and maintenance costs

How Does CCHS Plan to Accomplish Our Gifting Goals to Meet These Needs?

Through the development of the following funds:
  • Capital Fund - A restricted fund, whose monies are used for repairs to our buildings. Our goal totally funded: $170,000+
  • Endowment Fund - To ensure the future of the Society. This fund is restricted to use of investments proceeds only. Our goal totally funded: $250,000+
  • Operating Investment Fund - Presently supplies our everyday operating expenses. Our goal totally funded: $250,000+

What Can Your Efforts Do?

Gifting to our Society or participating in our gifting efforts insures:
  • quality preservation of artifacts
  • better visitor access to facilities
  • allows greater visibility for current and new collections
  • expands historical programming within our communities
  • expands use of our properties while giving us a base for needed expansion
  • allows immediate access to funds to repairs and maintenance to our properties

How Can You Help?

CCHS is a registered 501(c)3 Corporation and your gift is tax-deductible. Click here for brief information on gifting vehicles: Planned Gifts
We suggest you contact your financial advisor or if you prefer we can have our professional contact you. For details please call our office.

WON’T YOU BE A PART OF CLINTON COUNTY’S PROUD HISTORY!

If you would like further information on gifting opportunities or to make a direct donation:

1.  call our office at 570-748-7254
2.  return the reply card below
3.  e-mail us at heisey@clintoncountyhistory.com
4.  click on the donate button to make a direct donation  

                                                             

We will have a financial professional from our Committee contact you immediately with details to a successful and rewarding program and chart your tax saving opportunities.

Creating A Historical Legacy
Together We Can Touch Tomorrow’s History
Clinton County Historical Society's
Planned Giving Programs

Yes, I want to be a part of the Legacy of Clinton County History and Invest in the Future!
Please have your planning professional contact me regarding:

[ ] Bequests/Memorials                    [ ] Beneficiary Designations [Pensions, IRA, Life Insurance]
[ ] Charitable Gift Annuities               [ ] Deferred Charitable Gift Annuities
[ ] Charitable Remainder Trusts          [ ] Pooled Income Funds
[ ] Charitable Lead Trusts                 [ ] Life Estates

In addition to learning more about gifting, I would like make a cash contribution to the 2003 Annual Fund Drive.    Please list my contribution as coming from:

________________________________________________________________ Amount of Contribution: $__________________________________

Name: ___________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________

Address: ___________________________________ _____________________________________________________________________________

City:                                                                   State:                           Zip:                   Phone:                                            

Return to: Clinton County Historical Society, 362 East Water Street, Lock Haven, Pennsylvania 17745     570-748-7254