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The Museum has a number of different fundraising organisations and funds. Each contributes to the running and development of different aspects of the Museum and Library's operation.
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RE Museum Foundation |
This charity (No. 295174) was set up in 1987 with the long-term aim of funding the Museum's redevelopment plan, in conjunction with grant bids wherever appropriate.
Between 1987 and 2004 it raised approximately £1.4 million and provided the finances for the following projects:
- Relocation of the Museum from its original site
in Brompton Barracks to its current position in the
Ravelin Building (1987).
- Development of the Courtyard, roofing it, installing a walkway and the creating the Post War Gallery displays (1994-1996).
- Modernising displays in the Victorian Galleries with the assistance of the Designated Challenge Fund (1999-2001).
- Improvements to customer facilities in the Museum entrance area (2002-2005).
The Foundation is currently fundraising for projects detailed on the Development Programmes page.
Fund raising activities
- 2007 fund raising activities to be confirmed
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For more information contact:
RE Museum Foundation
Ravelin Building
Brompton Barracks
Chatham
Kent
ME4 4UG
Tel: +44 (0)1634 848030
Roofing the Courtyard, a project
funded by the
RE Museum Foundation. |
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Endowment Fund |
The Museum has been actively developing an Endowment Fund to assist with future running costs. The initial target was £500,000.
For more information on contact the Office Manager.
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Association of the Friends of the Royal Engineers
Museum (FoREM) |
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FoREM was established in 1987 to support the Museum. There are around 300 members, many of whom volunteer at the Museum.
FoREM publicise the Museum, sponsor displays, provides
money for the purchase of artefacts, equipment and essential
conservation work. They also assist to fund this web
site.
For more information please visit the FoREM page.
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Bequests |
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Many people choose to make a bequest to the Museum and Library. These are always
gratefully received and will be put towards the Endowment
Fund and/or day-to-day running costs.
Bequests with the specific terms and conditions may be accepted after consultation with the Museum and Library.
For more information on contact the Office Manager.
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Private Financial Donations |
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The Museum and Library are always pleased to receive private donations, regardless of size. These are normally put towards day-to-day running costs.
For more information on contact the Office Manager.
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