The ๐ผ ๐ฟ๐๐๐ ๐ผ๐๐ Capital Campaign has taken a significant step forward with the addition of two major supporters to our growing list of lead donors. These commitments join the Sunderland Foundation of Overland Park, Kansas, and the Eisenhower Foundationโs Board of Directors in supporting our mission to honor Dwight D. Eisenhowerโs legacy.
A $5 million matching gift pledge from the State of Kansas has elevated the stakes of our campaign. Every dollar donated will be matched two-to-one, meaning we must raise $10 million by June 30, 2025, to fully capitalize on this extraordinary opportunity.
We are thrilled to have the Patterson Family Foundation join us in this transformative effort with a $2 million gift. Based in Kansas City, the Patterson Family Foundation is a family-led organization carrying forward the legacy of Neal and Jeanne Patterson. Guided by their mission to โwork together to help rural communities thrive,โ the Foundation invests in strategic grants and collaborative initiatives that benefit rural counties across Kansas and western Missouri.
This remarkable gift comes at a pivotal moment in our campaign and unlocks an additional $1 million in matching funds from the State of Kansas. With this contribution, we are proud to announce that weโve reached 50% of our $17 million goalโa major milestone that highlights the shared passion and dedication of our supporters.
Thanks to this progress, we can now engage the architect to transition into the Design Development Phase for the new Education Center. This centerpiece of our campaign will be a hub for innovation, education, and inspiration, connecting Eisenhowerโs legacy with future generations. Together, we are ensuring that Ikeโs values and vision continue to inspire and guide the world.