How to Donate to the Restoration of Notre Dame
Yesterday, the world watched as Notre Dame Cathedral, a symbol of France and the Catholic Church, burned down in a devastating fire that knocked down its spire and destroyed much of its wooden roof. The cathedral was undergoing extensive restoration.
“Today we saw a burning architecture of global importance, an icon of icons and treasures in a building that survived – in no particular order – the Crusades, Reformation, Revolution and two world wars,” says Brian Williams, host of MSNBC’s 11th Hour … …
Large donations come from French billionaires and companies – up to $ 450 million . For those looking to add to that, Fast Company is reporting three donation options right now:
- Friends of Notre Dame : With offices in France and the United States, this is the main organization that raised the money for the restoration that had begun. The U.S. Branch Office is a 501c3 public charity that makes all gifts to U.S. contributors tax-deductible.
- Fondation du Patrimoine : This French non-profit organization funds the preservation of historical and cultural sites throughout France. He established a special fund for the restoration of Notre Dame.
- Basilica of the National Shrine : The largest Roman Catholic church in North America, located in Washington DC, has launched its own fundraising campaign. Catholics in the United States who want to act within the framework of their faith may find this path most appropriate. (After all, Notre Dame is a Catholic Church.)
In addition, the New York French Heritage Society announced on its website the creation of the Notre Dame Fire Restoration Fund:
The hearts of all members of the French Heritage Society are connected to Paris and all of France after the terrible fire in Notre Dame Cathedral.
The French Heritage Society, Inc., 501 (c) (3), has established a fund to receive donations for restoration work required in the devastating fire at Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris.
Millions are pouring in to support Notre Dame, but three black-dominated churches that were recently burned down in alleged Louisiana hate crimes may also benefit from rebuilding assistance. You can make a donation to St. Landry Parish Churches through the GoFundMe charitable foundation of the Seventh District Baptist Association.
The funds will be evenly distributed among the three affected churches: St Mary’s Baptist Church in Port Barra, Grand Union Baptist Church in Opelusas and Mount Pleasant Baptist Church in Opelousas.
When making a donation to a cause, always research the organization first to make sure it has a reputation; be wary of any unofficial fundraisers.