The Friends of Island Cemetery and Belmont Chapel was established as a 501 (c) (3) as of January 01, 2025 to promote the preservation and conservation of the Belmont Chapel and of the Island Cemetery burying ground. This is a reorganization of the Belmont Chapel Foundation (BCF) and the Friends of Island Cemetery. The BCF, founded in 2013 specifically for the restoration of the beautiful memorial, has been absorbed into Friends as a recognition of the completion of the restoration and the ongoing need to focus on preservation of the both the building and the entire cemetery grounds, as well as, the administration building and the maintenance garage.
Donations made to the Belmont Chapel preservation fund are deposited into an endowment fund created for the specific purpose of providing the funds needed for maintenance to the building.
Support Belmont Chapel
Your support can make a difference in preserving the historic Belmont Chapel, a cherished landmark that embodies the rich heritage of our community. The chapel is not just a building; it is a space filled with stories, memories, and a spirit that has inspired generations.
Preservation efforts require ongoing funding to maintain the chapel’s architectural integrity and to ensure that it remains a revered site for reflection and remembrance. Your donation will help us address crucial maintenance needs, enhance its historical features, and safeguard it for future visitors who seek a place of solace.
Every contribution, no matter the size, plays a vital role in keeping Belmont Chapel alive. When you donate, you invest in the legacy of our community, ensuring that the beauty and significance of this chapel remain intact for years to come.
Join us in this important mission. Help preserve history, honor the past, and create a space for future generations to cherish. Contribute today and be part of the ongoing story of Belmont Chapel.
Support Island Cemetery
When you walk around Island Cemetery, you are surrounded by the evolving history of funerary art. Our diverse collection of monuments is the reason for so much of our landscape’s beauty, educational value, and historical significance. You can help us preserve these unique monuments by supporting our staff’s daily work across Island Cemetery. Become a friend and support our Special Projects by making a donation, to ensure that what is meaningful to you today, continues tomorrow.
Every year, we undertake a wide variety of special projects and initiatives to help Island Cemetery thrive. Learn more below and help support our work by donating to Friends of Belmont Chapel and Island Cemetery. Donations can be made to any of our special projects and are deposited into an account earmarked as such.
Learn about our Special Projects>
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