CCCF announces $1 for $1 match opportunity to raise funds for Carousel renovations

Hallie Gallinat, Pharos-Tribune, Logansport, Ind.
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May 3—The Cass County Community Foundation has announced a new $1 for $1 match opportunity to support critically needed repairs at the Cass County Carousel. This match period will run from May 1 through May 31, and is provided by funds from Lilly Endowment Inc. as part of the GIFT Phase VIII initiative.

After months of studying options and trying to find alternative solutions, the Carousel board of directors is facing a large expense to replace the current HVAC and humidifier system. This system is vital in maintaining the proper temperature and humidity levels to help preserve the wooden Carousel and its hand carved animals, according to the release.

"Preserving this treasure for the future is not only our passion, but our responsibility," Carousel Board President Dan Williams said in the press release. "We ask that you please consider making a generous gift to the Carousel and help us meet our fundraiser goal of $70,000."

Donations may be dropped off or mailed to the Cass County Community Foundation, P.O. Box 441, Logansport, IN, 46947 from now through May 31 to receive the match, the press release says. Checks should be made payable to CCCF with "Carousel" in the memo line.

"Our board of directors recognize the tremendous need to ensure that the Carousel is protected and maintained for generations to come," CCCF President Deanna Crispen said in the release. "When the opportunity was presented to use to use a portion of the Phase VIII dollars for a community project, the urgency of these repairs came to the top of the list. We hope the community will reach deep and help us help the Carousel board preserve this significant community landmark."

The Carousel will also be hosting an Open House May 19 from 1 to 4 p.m. for the public to visit, ride and meet the staff and volunteers. For more information on how to help, call the Cass County Community Foundation, located at 729 E. Market St., at 574-722-2200, or call the Carousel Office, located at One Dentzel Drive, at 574-753-9725.