Our biggest fundraising effort starts now.
As the first campaign for the Dr. Margaret Wade Lewis Center for Black History and Culture (MWLC), It Takes A Village Fundraising campaign aims to raise enough money to both renovate the historic Ann Oliver House and cover operational costs for the organization.
This is just the start of one of our most impactful capital campaigns—where everyone in our village can be a part of preserving living history!
In 2024, the historic Ann Oliver House is a beautiful example of a 139-year-old artifact of Black History that can be repurposed, renovated and celebrated as a part of American History. Built in 1885, The Ann Oliver House is in need of love to become a cultural center that celebrates the achievements of Black individuals throughout history.
Raising 2.5 million dollars for this project won’t be easy and we know we need you, we need our village, to make it happen. MWLC is fortunate enough to have been able to start this journey in a village like New Paltz that understands how vital it is to preserve precious artifacts like the Ann Oliver House. The goal of the It Takes A Village campaign is to renovate the Ann Oliver House and have it become an inclusive environment that fosters education and understanding of black history for everyone.
Your donations will help us preserve and share this rich cultural heritage with future generations. Thank you for helping us build a place where everyone can come together to learn, grow, and honor the legacy of Black history in our village.
For our history, culture, education, and healing.
MWLC is dedicated to preserving and sharing the rich history of Black culture with everyone. By donating to our cause, you are supporting a space where people from all backgrounds can come together to learn, grow, and celebrate the achievements of Black individuals throughout history. Your contribution will help us create an inclusive environment that fosters education and understanding for generations to come. Thank you for being a part of this important mission!
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