70th Anniversary Campaign

Help us preserve the heritage of the Cocalico Valley for the next generation. Your gift supports critical building systems, historic structure maintenance, and refreshed exhibit spaces across our museum and library.

Campaign Goal: $250,000

Where Your Gift Will Go

  • Heating & Cooling — $150,000
    Replacing systems that have served for decades and are nearing the end of their operating life, across all HSCV buildings.
  • Building Maintenance — $65,000
    Roof restoration, exterior woodwork repair, and weatherproofing to shield our historic structures from the elements.
  • Exhibit Refresh — $35,000
    Improved lighting, safer pathways, and refreshed exhibit spaces that welcome visitors of every generation.

Every Gift Tells a Story

  • Connell Society ($10,000+): Recognition on our Campaign Donor Wall, campaign update in newsletter/social media, a personal curator-led tour, and Lifetime Membership.
  • Landmark Partner ($5,000+): Recognition on our Campaign Donor Wall, campaign update in newsletter/social media, and a Lifetime Membership.
  • Heritage Supporter ($2,500+): Recognition in our newsletter campaign update and a one-year membership.
  • Community Friend ($1,000+): Recognition in our newsletter campaign update.

Every gift, at any level, makes a difference — thank you for standing with us.

Donate to the 70th Anniversary Campaign
70th Anniversary Campaign

You may use a credit card to make a donation through PayPal. Click the Donate button and look for “Don’t have a PayPal account? Use your credit card or bank account.” in the middle of the page, then click continue.

Should you prefer to mail a gift, use our donation form and mail it to HSCV, PO Box 193, Ephrata, PA 17522. Please note 70th Anniversary Campaign on the form.

Thank You

We understand there are many worthy causes competing for your generosity! We do not take lightly the trust you place in us when you invest in the Historical Society of the Cocalico Valley. Every dollar raised goes directly toward the projects described above — ensuring that our community’s heritage is safeguarded and celebrated long into the future.

Thank you for your ongoing commitment to local history. We count on your support as we embark on this important chapter. Preserving your stories for future generations is why we exist.