The Brownwood Lyric Theatre received notice on April 1, 2014 that a donor was committing to match every financial contribution or pledge the Lyric received up until May 31, 2014. The Lyric’s goal of $500,000 was set and is close to being matched; however, the public is asked to help raise the final $84,000 needed to reach the goal. The matching gift would make the $500,000 goal become $1,000,000 in funds for the Lyric to complete the renovation project.
These and previous fundraising efforts have raised more than $2,000,000 for the restoration project according to Lyric Managing Director Eric Evans.
When the Brownwood Lyric Theatre was notified that a donor was committing to match every financial contribution or pledge, word got out and people who love the Lyric began to come through with donations. Some long-time supporters sent in additional monies to help see the project to completion and new supporters began to contribute amounts from $15 to $15,000, according to Evans. As of Thursday, May 29th about 5:00 PM there have been funds of just over $416,000 contributed toward this $500,000 gift in the past 59 days.The Lyric is making a final effort to encourage any and everyone that has an interest in this project to consider making a donation now. Donations may be made on the Lyric website at www.BrownwoodLyricTheatre.com, by using the “click and pledge” button you make a secure contribution.
Information about the project can be found on the website at www.BrownwoodLyricTheatre.com and on their Facebook page. Those interested can also contact Eric Evans, Lyric Managing Director at 325-998-2801 for information.
