1. DONATE ONLINE at the secure The Community Foundation San Luis Obispo County website (EIN #77-0496500). 2. PRINT + MAIL donation form and your check. 3. For stock transfers and other specific questions call The Community Foundation San Luis Obispo County at 805 543-2323.

It is the County’s responsibility, and as of October 2022, they have committed money to the restoration. The Committee was formed in August 2021 and committed itself to raising funds for several reasons. The first was to convince the Supervisors to fund the project. We continue to fundraise after that positive County decision in order to provide furnishings and amenities that construction funds will not provide. Donated funds will also ensure that the Hall remains an accessible venue for local civic organizations by supporting funding.

The Committee has already pledged $435K (about 90% of donations received) to help pay for construction costs. However, construction funds DO NOT pay for all furnishings and equipment. The Committee is committed to making sure the Hall’s furnishings and amenities are as functional and appealing as the building itself. Donated funds will also help ensure that the Hall remains an accessible venue for local civic organizations.

The Committee used the community’s generosity to successfully lobby the Board of Supervisors. We have already pledged $435,000 to help pay for construction. We will use all remaining money to provide necessary equipment and amenities (e.g. a portable stage, a sound system, other important furnishings) and to press the case that the Hall remain affordable for local organizations.

The restoration project was fundamentally complicated and prolonged by a long list of unique factors: ownership by State Parks; location on the beach; historical significance; and the lack of County funds to finance restoration. But, the single biggest factor is that in the post-covid economy, the construction bids were literally twice as much as the estimates completed in 2018. Originally, $4,500,000, it is now $9,500,000.

If reconstruction begins spring of 2022, the Hall could be completed by sometime in 2024.

Pier donations were solicited for and donated to the express purpose of rebuilding the pier. It would be illegal -and unethical- to spend it for anything else.

The Lions have raised about $100K with the stated purpose of helping furnish the Hall when it’s completed. The money raised by the Restoration Committee will be used for furnishings as needed; making debt service easier; and increasing the likelihood of receiving additional grants.

One of the fundraising committee’s goals is to work with the County to gain a lower use-rate for local organizations. The County has indicated their intent to set up such a fee schedule, understanding the importance of the Hall to the Cayucos community and the strong support the community has shown.

San Luis Obispo County Parks and Recreation will manage reservations and receive rents. How the Lions or other community groups will be involved will be sorted out during the building process.

At this point, your donation is plenty. But certainly, contact us if you have any questions.

Yes, donations are tax deductible as the Committee is partnering with The Community Foundation San Luis Obispo County a 501(c)3.