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The Magical Meadows is celebrating continued momentum in its Growing with Heart Capital Campaign and Expansion Project with the announcement of a $131,000 contribution from Dr. Gregory Haase and Melody Barker-Haase.
As construction activity accelerates on the organization’s campus, major strides have been made on the west indoor riding arena in recent weeks, according to a news release from The Magical Meadows. The building is now fully standing with a completed roof in place, and construction crews are working toward finishing the siding, windows and doors by the end of this week. This visible progress marks a significant milestone in the expansion and reflects the steady pace at which the project is moving forward, the release states.
This physical progress is matched by the campaign’s fundraising success. According to the release, “The Magical Meadows is deeply grateful for the $131,000 commitment from Dr. Haase and Melody Barker-Haase, whose generosity significantly advances the organization’s ability to expand access to life-changing therapeutic services. Their support brings the organization closer to a critical milestone: completing construction of the east indoor riding arena dedicated to veterans and first-responders. With their gift, less than $375,000 remains to fully fund construction of this facility, which will serve as the permanent home of The Magical Meadows’ Warriors Mount Up program.”
“We believe deeply in the mission and vision of The Magical Meadows,” said Melody Barker-Haase and Dr. Gregory Haase. “Our hearts are so full when we think about all of the good that is already happening, and all that is still to come. Seeing the children during our visit was incredibly moving, and witnessing the impact on veterans and first-responders was just as powerful. What a meaningful way to honor those who are served here. Greg and I feel truly blessed to be a part of this wonderful project.”
“Dr. Haase and Melody’s generosity is a true reflection of their heart for this community and for the individuals and families we serve,” said Michael Kuhn, executive director of The Magical Meadows. “Their investment is helping us move rapidly toward expanding spaces where people of all ages and backgrounds can experience healing, connection and renewed purpose through our programs. We are incredibly thankful for their leadership and belief in this mission.”
Their contribution joins a growing list of community champions who are helping drive progress toward the campaign’s $2.1 million construction budget. As construction continues to advance, The Magical Meadows is calling on the community to help close the remaining funding gap for the east arena, ensuring the facility can open as soon as possible to those who have sacrificed so much in service to others.
Construction is expected to continue through the winter months, with the organization aiming to have the west building completed this spring. Meanwhile, construction on the east building is planned to begin in March, and projected to be finished this summer.
To learn more about The Magical Meadows and the Growing with Heart Capital Campaign, visit www.themagicalmeadows.org/growingwithheart or contact Michael Kuhn at michael@themagicalmeadows.org.
