The Wiccopee Community United Methodist Church
7 Old Grange Road
East Fishkill, New York 12533

August, 2006

Dear Members, Friends and Neighbors:

Our little Community Church at Wiccopee is in need of repairs and we are asking for your help. An area of the roof is leaking and needs to be fixed. The balcony has sustained water damage and the ceiling with the "Fresco Art" needs to be repaired. From the balcony sunlight can be detected through cracks in the exterior wall. Our congregation has repaired the steeple and has made structural repairs to the balcony but we cannot afford to continue due to limited funds.

We are applying for grants but we must raise matching funds and if we don't receive the grants we need to raise all the money, about $50,000.00. We plan to have Penny Socials, Tag Sales and Candy Sales and other fund raising events but we are also seeking monetary gifts in any amount to help with this project. You may ask yourself why, why should I help? Well, for several reasons.

First and foremost we hope you will help us because we want to be here to serve you. This little, Community Church has survived since 1826. It has been a part of countless lives over the past 180 years. We want it to remain a vital, integral part of our community. We want to be of service to our members, friends and neighbors for the next 180 years. Additionally, the Church is part of what is being considered as the Wiccopee Historic District, one of the few untouched hamlets in the county, and as such should be maintained as an example of early 19th century architecture and an historic building.

Please consider helping us. A donation of any amount will be graciously received and acknowledged. Whether you can help or not please visit us on Sunday mornings at 9am for service. We are a United Methodist Congregation, people with "Open Minds, Open Hearts, and Open Doors." All are Welcome.

Donations are tax deductible, check with you tax adviser for details.

Donations should be made to the: Wiccopee Community United Methodist Church C/o Mrs. Eleanor Sammartino, Treasurer - 63 Fishkill Hook Road - Hopewell Junction, New York 12533

Thank You.
The Board of Trustees at Wiccopee Community United Methodist Church