The Final Stretch

We are so close to our final goal – our next milestone is to achieve our occupancy permit and open the building for daily use. These final phases will transform the restored building into a community hub for learning and exploration. 

The Final Milestones We Need to Reach:

✔ Phase 1: Fire Recovery & Design – $316,000 [Complete!]

✔ Phase 2: Construction – $942,000 [Complete!]

✔ Phase 3: Outfitting for Occupancy – $65,000 [Complete!]

Install a new water treatment system, solar, and all the final activities needed to pass inspection for occupancy.

▢ Phase 4: Outfitting for Operations & Learning – $50,000 [In Progress]

Transform the farmhouse from a building to a fully-equipped learning center. We need office furniture, classroom and AV equipment to make the space functional for classes and workshops.

▢ Phase 5: Site Work & Beautification – $85,000

Landscaping, including a rain garden and retainer wall, will make the space welcoming and beautiful for visitors. A rain catchment system will help to conserve our water resources for our community gardens and new signs will enhance on-site learning.

The New Education Center will Feature:

• Large Classroom Space, Restroom & Kitchenette Downstairs
• Office Spaces, Restroom, & Storage Upstairs
• An Energy & Water Efficient Building
• Site Improvements including an enhanced outdoor classroom area on the north porch of the building

The Rebuild Project is Supported by:

• Powder Mill Foundation
• J. William Warehime Foundation
• York County Community Foundation including the Sustainable Energy Fund
• Berks County Community Foundation MetEd Penelec Sustainable Energy Fund
• The Arthur J and Lee R Glatfelter Foundation
• York County Land Bank Authority
• The High Foundation
• The David Hogg Family Foundation
• Kinsley Construction & Kinsley Education Center
• FirstEnergy
• Commonwealth Fire Protection
• ShipleyEnergy
• The County of York
• York Water Company
• John Wright Restaurant
• Charlene Senglaub & Wendy Colby
• The Garden Club of York
• Eastern York High School’s National Honors Society
• The Rotary Club of York
• York Rotary Charitable Endowment Fund
• GE Aerospace Foundation
• Boco Enterprises
• Emmanuel United Church of Christ
• Hallam Borough
• Lebanon Seaboard Corporation
• Leg Up Farmers Market
• Lancaster Conservancy
• Miller Plant Farm
• Murphy & Dittenhafer Architects
• Octoraro Native Plant Nursery
• Pine Tree Conservation Society
• Richards Energy Group
• Rivertownes PA USA
• Spoutwood Farm
• State Farm Companies Foundation
• Traditions Bank
• York County Solid Waste Authority
• York Young Professionals
• Friends, volunteers, and donors like you!

Want to Be More Involved?

1) Claim a Naming Opportunity:

Leave a lasting legacy! From $1,000 wall plaques to naming rights for major contributions, your generosity will be honored in the new education center.

2) Make an In-Kind Donation

Not all gifts have to be monetary. We need kitchenware, office equipment, and furnishings to make this space fully functional. If you can donate equipment or materials, we’d love to hear from you! Click here for more information.

3) Come Visit!

More information about the Ribbon Cutting Ceremony & Grand Opening event will be announced soon. Meanwhile, check out our classes and workshops!