Sharon Historical Society Needs Your Help!

SHARON SPRINGS — We are reaching out to share some difficult news and ask for your support during an unexpected challenge for the Sharon Historical Society. Tragically, our major donor unexpectedly passed away recently. We are deeply saddened by the loss and we now find ourselves facing another unexpected challenge.

Navigating a Financial Setback at Sharon Historical Society

The Sharon Historical Society is facing an unexpected and challenging situation following the untimely passing of our major donor Nicholas J. Juried. Over the past few years, Mr. Juried has donated a substantial amount of money to the Sharon Historical Society allowing us to purchase the property next to the museum and build the Historic Village. At the end of 2024, Mr. Juried pledged $550,000 towards completing our new museum facility. Unfortunately, his daughter, the beneficiary of his estate, felt she could not to honor his commitment to our project. As a result, we find ourselves in an incredibly difficult situation.

Impact of the Loss

This financial setback has significant implications for our organization, as we were relying heavily on this donation to fund the completion of the museum and to pay for ongoing expenses. The new museum facility was intended to be a cornerstone for preserving our local history and providing educational opportunities for the community.

Current Actions

In response to this situation, we have taken the following steps:

Halting Construction: All construction activities for the museum have been paused until we can secure alternative funding sources.

Assessing Financial Options: We are actively exploring various avenues to mitigate this loss, including applying for grants, reaching out to other potential donors, and organizing fundraising events.

Community Engagement: Engaging with our community and stakeholders to gather support and ideas is crucial. We believe that with collective effort, we can overcome this hurdle.

Moving Forward

Despite this setback, our commitment to preserving and promoting the history of Sharon remains unwavering. We are determined to continue our work and find innovative solutions to operate our current facility and to ensure the realization of our museum project.

How Can You Help?

The need is urgent, and we are asking for your generosity to help us continue this important work.

We are reaching out to our supporters, community members, and anyone passionate about history to help us in this critical time. Here’s how you can contribute:

Donations: We appreciate contributions from individuals and businesses alike. Every donation, large or small, will make a difference in ensuring that the Sharon Historical Society can fulfill its mission to preserve, educate, and engage with the community.

Volunteer Support: Offering your time and skills can help us organize fundraising events and community outreach programs.

Spread the Word: Share our story with others who might be interested in supporting our cause.

We understand that times can be challenging, but we believe that together, we can overcome this setback and move forward with renewed energy and dedication. Your support means more now than ever. Together, we can navigate this challenge and continue to preserve the rich history of our community for future generations.

We would be deeply grateful if you would consider making a donation at this critical time. You can contribute online by clicking HERE or by mailing a check to The Sharon Historical Society, PO Box 363, Sharon Springs, NY 13459.

Thank you for considering a gift to the Sharon Historical Society. If you would like more information or have any questions, please don’t hesitate to reach out to us directly at (518) 860-5513 or email at: sharonhistoricalsocietyny@gmail.com.

We look forward to the possibility of partnering with you in this crucial effort.

Thank you for your continued support and belief in the mission of the Sharon Historical Society.