Fund for Alumni House
A nonprofit fundraiser supporting
Independent Association of Framingham State AlumniWe are raising funds for some much needed repairs to Alumni House.
$6,785
raised by 47 people
$100,000 goal
Finished Work and New Challenges
Thank you everyone that contributed to the Fund for Alumni House. We have extended the timeline and adjusted the goal to fit our actual costs. In 2019 we took $98,000 from our investments to complete work on the Alumni House roof and gutters. I'm happy to report that we have had no leaks, and have been able to re-paint some of the ceilings that were showing water damage. Our Goal for this fundraiser is to replace the monies from our investments, and save for a major electrical project scheduled for 2021.
In 2017, the IAFSA Executive Board began a 5 year plan to upgrade and preserve Alumni House. Deferred maintenance has taken its toll. A home inspection of Alumni House identified top priorities for maintenance and improvement. Phase 1 included new energy efficient windows and a new boiler. Phase 2 is underway with upgrading and updating the electrical systems. These upgrades will make the house safer and more efficient for today's electrical needs. As part of the process we added lighting to the living room, outlets for air conditioning, and upgraded service for a new dishwasher that was generously donated by an alum. Phase 3 will include much needed roof work to address water damage to the sun room, chimney and stucco cracks caused by New England winters, and replacement of disintegrating wooden gutters. The contractors are paying close attention to the architectural details of the house. Work on the roof project is scheduled to begin before winter sets in.
Phase 4 is asbestos abatement, the installment of an industrial dehumidifier in the basement and painting of the house inside and out. We cannot move to Phase 4 until Phase 3 is funded. We need your financial support to make these projects happen.
Alumni, this is your house.
Please support these improvements to Alumni House with your contribution. Your generosity is greatly appreciated!
IAFSA is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization. Your gift may be eligible for a federal tax deduction.
The Independent Association of Framingham State Alumni is an independent charitable organization and is not legally affiliated with, sponsored or endorsed by Framingham State University. Contributions to IAFSA are not contributions to Framingham State University.