Last 100,000 euros for organ rehabilitation in Hameln - help!

Last 100,000 euros for organ rehabilitation in Hameln - help!

Hameln, Deutschland - in Hameln it becomes musical - and not only in a figurative sense. The fundraising campaign "Klangwunder 2.0" for the renovation of the large Beckerath-Goll organ in the St. Nicolai market church has taken up a lot of momentum in recent months. The initiative has been running for over a year, which is aiming for a total of 500,000 euros for the urgently needed renovation and a separate gaming table. So far, around 400,000 euros have already been raised, so that around 100,000 euros are still missing. The hope of those responsible, including pastor Dr. Heike Köhler remains high that the lack of money can be applied in order to make this unique musical instrument sound again within a radius of 50 kilometers. This reports Dewezet.de .

The Beckerath Goll organ itself is a true sound miracle with over 40 sound colors and more than 2,500 whistles. She plays music from the baroque to the present and is not only an important part of the musical landscape in Hameln, not only in the services, but also at numerous concerts. A comprehensive renovation of the organ is planned for 2025, and the municipality invites everyone to support the action to give the organ the necessary fresh wind. Further information can be found on the website klangwunder.wir-e.de

diverse events for support

To achieve the donation goal, the municipality has put together some exciting events. On August 1st, the "Dinner in White" invites: participants bring their own dishes with them and dressed in white they enjoy subtle organ music. The registration is required and the participation fee flows directly into the organ rehabilitation.

Another highlight becomes "organ music on Thursday". From July 3., two organ concerts will take place every Thursday-a lunch prayer at 12 p.m., followed by a 35-minute short concert at 6 p.m. Admission is free, but the community asks for donations for the renovation.

creative fundraising ideas

In Germany there are around 50,000 organs that can often be found in churches. Most of them show signs of age, which is why the communities often have problems finding the necessary financial means for renovations. A variety of creative fundraising ideas could also be used in Hameln to generate donations. For example, organ concerts could point out the beauty of the instrument and be used directly for the request for donations. Other possible actions include sales campaigns in which branded products or services are offered for the good cause. Sponsorships for individual organ pipes are also popular.

Fantasy and teamwork come first in these measures in order to successfully collect money for the preserving organ in Hameln. More on this can be found on Sonntagenblatt.de .