Hello fellow Sarasota Gardeners!

As the Holidays draw near, we have had some generous donations! Another big thankyou to our donors, whose contributions help make our dream garden a reality. Your kindness is invaluable. And for those of you still thinking about donating, here's the updated wish list:

• $10,000 The windmill (Culverhouses donating)
• 5,000 The well (Culverhouses donating)
• 2,000 The cistern
• 13,000 The fencing around the organic vegetable garden
• 4,900 Mulch and compost bins
• 1,000 A Living Tribute – One site-specific tree, including planting and care. (one donated so far)
• 2,340 Tool shed, including permit (pledged)
• 2,500 A county approved recycled plastic bench. The park bench will be maintained in perpetuity.
• 500 A county approved wood park bench and maintenance for the life of the bench. (one pledged so far)
• 400 One weatherproof bulletin board

Can you pledge a tax-deductible monetary donation for any of these specific items? We will recognize our donors at the grand opening of Culverhouse Park, and affix plaques to the structures or items for which you donate. Email Donation Coordinator Marcia Freeman at: otherstuff5@verizon.net about your donation offer for further details.