St. Mary’s is actively engaged in a capital campaign to raise funds for restoration and renovation of the church building and its systems. The campaign has raised approximately $700,000 to date. Donors include St. Mary’s parishioners, the William T. Kemper Foundation, J.E. Dunn Construction and various individual donors in the community. The campaign goal is $1.7 million dollars.

The three major areas of focus and component projects are:

Historic Preservation and Beautification
  o   Replacement of exterior doors – Completed 2009
  o   Restoration of masonry – Partially completed 2009
  o   Improvement of exterior signage
  o   Landscaping – In progress
  o   Wood refinishing in the nave and chapel
  o   Exterior lighting

Safety and Functionality
  o   Electrical and lighting improvements
  o   New chairs in the nave

Revenue Generating and Capacity Building
  o   Renovation of parish hall and south basement
  o   Parking lot expansion

The renovation project will prepare St. Mary’s to continue its ministry in the 21st century – the third century in which our parish has provided spiritual care and charitable outreach in downtown Kansas City.

For more information about the Third Century Campaign, contact the Rev’d. Lauren Lyon.

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