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Did you know. . . ?
...that the retail shop only provides 50% of the revenues needed to keep Bear's Mill open?
...that the rest of the money needed to keep Bear's Mill open to the public must come from our community's support of donations, memberships and volunteer time?
...that Bear's Mill is operated by a 501(C)(3) non-profit organization?
...that Bear's Mill is on the National Register of Historic Places?
...that it has been designated by our federal government as a qualified historic location worthy of being preserved and cherished?
...that even though the Mill is on the National Register of Historic Places, it is not protected by the federal government?
...that Bear's Mill (built in 1849) is a very authentic working mill from its time?
...that we have tour packages for groups and free self guided tours for everyone that comes in?
...that we are always looking for people to donate money and time?
Yes, it is true. Please click on the Contributions page to help!
Mission:
Bear's Mill is a non-profit [501 (c)(3)] organization operated by The Friends of Bear's Mill, a dedicated board of people who have made it their goal to keep the mill open to the public for touring and educational purposes. Bear's Mill is an important landmark in Darke County and a key part of its agricultural heritage. It is the Friends' mission to preserve and protect this important landmark that is on the National Register of Historic Places. The accessibility of Bear's Mill to the public enhances community spirit and pride.
Objectives:
To meet the financial demands of keeping the property open to the public through solicitation of Corporate Sponsorships, Private Donors, Fundraising Events and profits from the Mill Store.
To meet the physical needs of the grounds surrounding the mill with the help of funding and donated labor.
To meet the touring and educational needs through thoughtfully planned programs and donated labor.
To meet the repair needs of the building and equipment with the help of funding and donated labor.
Board of Trustees:
Julie Clark, Ed Cornell, Sue Detling, Ray Lepore, Carlos Menendez, Barbara and Tom Menke, Gordon and Lois Smith, Drew Wardlaw.
We need your help!
Join today using our donor form!
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