February 14, 2008

Dear Benefactors and Friends,

     As many of you may know, on January 21, 2008, the Board of Directors of Leddy Center for the Performing Arts was notified by Paul and Elisabeth Gustavson, owners of the buildings, that the two buildings that have been home to Leddy Center for more than twenty years were being marketed for sale.  Leddy Center was given the option by the Gustavsons to either purchase one or both of the buildings for the full market value or begin a rent-to-own agreement for the theater building's main floor only, if Leddy Center wanted to continue using the theater itself.  The Gustavsons have requested a decision be made regarding Leddy Center's intentions by March 1, 2008, at which point the properties would be put up for sale.

     Given the short deadline and an asking price in excess of $900,000.00 for the two buildings, Leddy Center has already vacated its studios and offices, relocating these spaces into the existing theater building.  We cannot say thanks enough to the wonderful volunteers who have been helping us to relocate our operations so quickly.  Leddy Center's extraordinary benefactors and friends have always answered the call for support and, as you can imagine, this time is no different!

     Leddy Center is asking for your help as we work to provide the physical facilities necessary to continue local theater in Epping.  We are asking for your generosity in helping us to raise the $2,000.00 per month increase in our rental cost.  Your tax-deductible contribution would be greatly appreciated in helping Leddy Center meet this goal.  Even pledging $10.00 per month for one year would be such a help.

     For over three decades, Leddy Center for the Performing Arts has presented top quality theater productions and concerts while offering classes and private lessons in the performing arts and is determined to continue these traditions.  The generosity and kindness you have all shown over the years has been wonderfully overwhelming and, with your help, Leddy Center for the Performing Arts will embark on a bright future to come.

                                                                                 Sincerely,

                                                                                 Wes Aspinwall, Chairperson, Board of Directors

                                                                                 Leddy Center for the Performing Arts

     Yes!  I wish to make a pledge which will help Leddy Center to continue with its 2008 season!

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Leddy Center, PO Box 929, Epping, NH  03042-0929

Thank you so very much!

Leddy Center for the Performing Arts is a 501(c)(3) non-profit NH Arts & Education organization.