Talk about May flowers! Our community has stepped up and shown its commitment to the Swim Center with a whopping $63,000 donated so far during our May Spring Giving, including GiveBIG and GiveLocal. Every donation has felt like a colorful blossom, bringing its own measure of vitality, energy and growth to the pool project. Together we are all tending this incredible, life-changing project much like we would our own gardens – with care, vision, dedication and hard work.
And, just like a garden cannot be left to tend itself, we must continue fundraising! With $2.7 million raised so far, we are in the crux of the campaign. $1.5 million more is needed in order to begin construction this coming September… and to stay on track to be swimming in warm water during the winter of 2019! The permits for the project will be submitted this summer. The FLIP Board is busy seeking funds from foundations, potential major donors (public and private) and businesses. Individual donations really do add up! Please let your friends know that you gave and why. Sharing your enthusiasm encourages others to help bring water safety, health and recreation to Lopez with a community swim center. Your on-going support is making ALL the difference and we couldn’t be more grateful! Thank YOU!
P.S. Please join in the fun! We are looking for summer volunteers to help with FLIP’s booth at the Farmer’s Market as well as volunteers for the 4th of July parade. If you are interested, please contact Lori Taylor, our FLIP Volunteer Coordinator, at wavelady@gmail.com.
Edited by Carolyn McGown