Fundraising Workgroup

City of Chandler — Regular Meeting (2024-12-17)

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Chandler Museum Foundation Workgroup: FUNDRAISING 
l.    Purpose 
Increase financial support for the museum by $100,000 in two (2) years 
through fiscal year 2026.  Fiscal year ends June 30. 
ll.  Composition and Reporting   
The workgroup consists of 4 board members.  The workgroup reports to the 
Finance Committee. 
lll.    2025 Goals (per Strategic Plan) 
1. Capacity Building 
a. Identify and engage donors 
b. Create fundraising team 
c. Find “champions” within City government 
2. Fundraising Execution 
a. Develop engagement plan to reach fundraising target 
lV.  Fundraising Initiatives 
  
1. Basha Family Art and History Disposition 
a. Collate and store the family history 
b. Raise money for a) conducting oral interviews and b) storing letters 
from Eddie Basha 
2. OA+D Facility Collaboration with Museum 
a. Matt Orlando supports ~$5M(?) bond initiative – already thru 
committee 
b. Expand next exhibit for 1200-1500 ft space 
c. Raise money to create 10K sq. ft facility for OA+D collection 
3. Tumbleweed Ranch 
a. Schematics for 1st three phases are in place (2025-2026) including 
the Edwards House 
b. Raise money to fund additional space development ideas