Restoring the House of Berna
A space for the community, by the community
A crowdfunding project for financing the second stage of work
A crowdfunding project for financing the second stage of work
Our neighbour, Audrey Bergner, tells you what you need to know about the House of Berna and this crowdfunding campaign. Hit play!
235 people contributed 💪
US$ 4,700 raised 💰
US$ 4,000 was our initial goal 🎯
THIS WAS A SUCCESSFUL CROWDFUNDING CAMPAIGN! 🎉
This campaign ended on November 2024. ¡We reached our goal, thanks to everyone contributing to it!If you are interested in collaborating with the House of Berna restoration process, and claiming your reward, please reach out to us via email at afomentovillaberna@gmail.com, or via WhatsApp at wa.me/541139418730These were the rewards or souvenirs offered as perks in exchange for contributions. We've had eight fantastic rewards for everyone who collaborated!
Transparency:
80% (approx) of the contributions went to the restoration of House of Berna.
The remaining 20% went to cover production costs of rewards, as well as to cover payment platform fees.
USD 10 or ARS 10,000 (suggested contribution)
Important: you're also welcome to contribute any smaller amount than the one suggested. You can do it via PayPal, MercadoPago or bank transfer. Every little bit adds up!
With this contribution, your reward is symbolic: it is a cyber-hug, it is a high five, it is a Di María heart, it is a little fist pump.🦊
USD 20 or ARS 20,000
With this contribution, you get two (2) great decals with the Villa Berna coat of arms. Who doesn't like decals?Plus: a big special thank you!This campaign ended on November 2024. ¡We reached our goal, thanks to everyone contributing to it!If you are interested in collaborating with the House of Berna restoration process, and claiming this reward, please reach out to us via email at afomentovillaberna@gmail.com, or via WhatsApp at wa.me/541139418730– Contributors🌲
USD 40 or ARS 40,000
Your keys deserve a special, unique keychain.Plus: a decal, and a big special thank you!This campaign ended on November 2024. ¡We reached our goal, thanks to everyone contributing to it!If you are interested in collaborating with the House of Berna restoration process, and claiming this reward, please reach out to us via email at afomentovillaberna@gmail.com, or via WhatsApp at wa.me/541139418730– Contributors🌱
USD 80 or ARS 80,000
You can use it when you visit us and go shopping at the Berna Supermarket, for example 😊.Plus: a keychain, a decal, and a big special thank you!This campaign ended on November 2024. ¡We reached our goal, thanks to everyone contributing to it!If you are interested in collaborating with the House of Berna restoration process, and claiming this reward, please reach out to us via email at afomentovillaberna@gmail.com, or via WhatsApp at wa.me/541139418730– Available🏡
USD 120 or ARS 120,000
It's a limited edition, so… don't miss it…🍄
USD 250 or ARS 250,000
Carved in cypress wood. Size: 30cm x 20cm (approx).Done by Kali Woodcarvings, artisan from Villa General Belgrano.💧
USD 350 or ARS 350,000
Carved in cypress wood. Size: 60cm x 40cm (approx).Done by Kali Woodcarvings, artisan from Villa General Belgrano.🐴
USD 650 or USD 650,000
Contribute and get something very unique: a sign carved in cypress wood with your personalized family or business name and the coat of arms of Villa Berna. Size: 150cm x 45cm x 5cm.Done by Kali Woodcarvings, artisan from Villa General Belgrano.🌙
This construction is located in the center of Villa Berna and it will be a multipurpose space for meetings, workshops and cultural events. In addition, it will be a place to document the history of this village.
The reconstruction of the House of Berna is being carried out in stages.
During the first stage, which is now completed, the following work was carried out:
🛠️ A new sheet metal roof with insulation and a wood ceiling was installed.
👷 Part of the construction that was compromised was demolished.
🧹The perimeter of the land around the construction was cleared.
🪟Windows were repaired.
⚡The exterior light pillar was installed, authorization was requested from the electric cooperative, and the electrician is currently carrying out the internal electrical installation.
This great advance was achieved thanks to the volunteer work of the residents of Villa Berna. And now we want you to help us achieve even more!
Audrey is the heart of this project.
She and her family donated the house that will soon take on a new life in the heart of Berna. A huge thanks.
Marcelo is the vision, hands, and muscle of this project.
He saw that there was something to improve, he rolled up his arms and got to work. True leaders do that.
Julián is the brains of this operation.
He began to think a little—and dream just as much. Dreams may be dreams, but in Villa Berna, we make them come true.
Alejandro Cogo, Julio Ceballos, Raúl Olmedo, Mario Molina, Eduardo Olmedo, Javier Molina, Walter Regueiro, Mario Rivero, Leandro Molina, Javier Daniluki, Gustavo Battistón, Juan Pestarino, Rodolfo "Rufus" Busseti, and the members of the Development Association of Villa Berna. 💪⌚👷💡
All of Villa Berna thanks you!
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