$100,000 for Henry's 100th Birthday

One of Henry Faulkner’s most famous quips was “save the seeds, children. Save the seeds.” Henry knew that a small investment now can have an immense impact on the future. As we celebrate Henry’s centennial, we want to honor his legacy by investing in the Faulkner Morgan Archive’s mission—one close to Henry’s heart—of sharing Kentucky’s LGBTQ story.

In 2024, Faulkner Morgan Archive is launching a year-long campaign, $100,000 for Henry’s 100th birthday. This special campaign will allow Faulkner Morgan Archive to achieve two vital goals: increase its impact now and look to our long-term sustainability.

We have already raised $30,000 thanks to the generosity of our campaign's seed donors:

💚 Jim Gray and Eric Orr
💚 Stephen Reily and Emily Bingham
💚 Steve Wilson and Laura Lee Brown

What will your Gift do?

$50,000 to invest in the now
Your gift to $100k for Henry’s 100th will provide FMA with much needed capital improvements to our archival space. Funds will be used to purchase archive-quality shelving for our growing collections, equipment to process collections and share them with researchers, and new technology to update our older computer system.

$50,000 to invest in the future
Your gift to $100k for Henry’s 100th will also create an endowment with the Blue Grass Community Foundation. 2024 marks the 10th anniversary of our organization, proving we are in this for the long haul, and we will be here fulfilling our mission for decades to come. Your gift to start our endowment provides long-term financial security and allows us to take on new challenges and seize new opportunities as they arise.

How you can help!

Join the Faulkner Society (Pledge $100 a month for 12 months)
We are introducing the new Faulkner Society! Make a pledge of at least $100 a month for at least a year to join this exciting new group of supporters. Faulkner Society Members will receive exclusive benefits and unique access to Faulkner Morgan Archive throughout the year.

- Invitations to Faulkner Society Member-only events
- Receive special gifts and materials relating to items from our collections.
- Hear about exclusive updates on the intimate runnings of Faulkner Morgan Archive.
- And more!

Or Make a One-time Gift
Any donation to $100k for Henry’s 100th is appreciated! Your generosity, best of all, supports a well-established and trusted nonprofit partner dedicated to saving and sharing our history!

Giving is easy

Give Online - www.faulknermorgan.org/donate
Give By Mail - 519 Chinoe Rd, Lexington, KY 40502