YOU HELPED TO RAISE $165,000 BY NOVEMBER 2020
​We asked for your help for needed repairs and restoration on historic windows . . . and more.  The funds raised were used towards 2020 matching grant applications . . . we were awarded matching grant monies.  ​​Thank You all for your continuing support.
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         Phase 1 Current: $165,000        Goal: $165,000
​​PHASE 1 PROJECT GOAL - SUCCESSFULLY EXCEEDED OUR GOAL!
2019 THROUGH NOVEMBER 2020                   cost estimate: $355,000
  • ​Historic window repair, restoration and rehabilitation (1st floor)​​​
  • ​Install low-profile storm windows (entire building)
  • Install restored and reproduction window shutters (entire building)
  • Install insulation (crawl space and 1st floor ceiling)
  • Install high efficiency heating and air conditioning system (1st floor) including moisture control system (crawl space)
  • ​Upgrade and renovate electric wiring 1st and 2nd floor, install LED library lighting and upgrade security system
  • Exterior window trim repairs; repair several cracked clapboards
  • Exterior building scrape & paint, lead paint remediation - includes 6-story bell tower
  • Architectural and engineering plans, includes energy efficiency, ADA and Life Safety (1st floor)
  • Restore proscenium opening
  • Asbestos survey and removal
  • Powderpost Beetle remediation;​ Repaired 1st floor support beams and flooring
  • Up to 10% contingency for unanticipated items​     
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Isaac Burbank, Jacobs Glass, Inc., Winslow, Maine
  • ​and ongoing . . . 
  • Continue to accept Cash and other monetary donations!
  • Continue to accept volunteer help in writing grant applications
  • Continue to apply for government and private foundation grants
  • Continue to coordinate with Effingham Public Library, Effingham Preservation Society and other organizations
  • And most important, continue to listen to constructive ideas and feedback from Effingham citizens along with our many project supporters living  locally and nationwide.​
​Christopher P Williams Architects, PLLC,  Historic Building Assessment with Preservation Guidelines Report