TAAA Recognition Patio and Walkway Program

A Multipurpose Strategy

This program is a positive fundraising approach that has been tried and tested successfully many times in many places. It involves the use of engraved bricks in the construction of well-placed patios and walkways that will link the various parts of the Chiricahua Astronomy Complex (CAC) to one another. Consider these benefits that this approach will serve:

  • Potentially every TAAA member can become involved over a long period of time by contributing or soliciting contributions of others; it is enduring.
  • It provides an opportunity to remember and recognize, honor and applaud loved ones and special people, groups, businesses and worthy efforts.
  • This method will provide safe, handicapped-accessible routes for our members and guests from the central parking places to the Ramada, the Sleeping Rooms, the Clubhouse/Education Center and the Large Roll-off Roof Observatory(ies). These accessible walkways are both desirable for our members and guests and required of us by the Cochise County Planning Department.
  • The patio and walkways will contribute to attractive landscaping.
  • The Recognition Brick program will provide an opportunity for members, businesses and others to demonstrate their support for the TAAA educational mission and programs.
  • Contributions to the TAAA Recognition Patio and Walkway Program are tax-deductible.
  • The contributions will support new development at CAC as well as help to cover the on-going operation and maintenance costs.

cac-walkwayHere is how the TAAA Recognition Patio and Walkway Program will work. The engraving of the bricks will be performed by a company, Bricks R Us, that specializes in assisting organizations in fundraising. To learn about this company, go to their website at http://www.bricksrus.com/index.asp

Bricks come in 4×8 and 8×8 sizes. A donation of $200 supports an 8×8 brick, and a $150 donation supports a 4×8 brick.   TAAA is a 501(c)3 tax-deductible organization.

The patio is placed adjacent to the sidewalk between the handicapped parking places and the restroom (see related photo). The patio is 6’ by 30’ and will accommodate a number of engraved bricks in a prominent place in the Complex. The Ramada is near the restrooms and,  eventually, the sleeping rooms and Education Center/Clubhouse.

Here is how the TAAA Recognition Patio and Walkway Program will work. The engraving of the bricks will be performed by a company, Bricks R Us, that specializes in assisting organizations in fundraising. To learn about this company, go to their website at http://www.bricksrus.com/index.asp

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To order your customized 4×8 and 8×8 donation bricks or if you have any questions about this program you may use one of the options below:

  • Print and mail in our PDF order form with payment
  • Call Bill Lofquist at 520-297-6653
  • Email Bill Lofquist at billlofquist [at] tucsonastronomy [dot] org
  • Fill out our inquiry form below

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TAAA Recognition Patio and Walkway Program
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