Last updated on November 13, 2024
Philanthropy is essential to operating the Arnold Arboretum. A substantial donation led to renovating the Poplar Gate entrance to Peters Hills, and private funding led to major structural repairs to the Hunnwell Building, a National Historic Landmark.
Arnold Arboretum Executive Director Ned Friedman outlined the importance of philanthropy in a Fiscal Year 2024 Impact Letter. The letter included a breakdown of income sources, primarily endowment income from past philanthropy and fundraising income from current philanthropy.
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A chart also outlined operating expenses:
And after total income and expenses there was $4.9 million in net cash that is reserved for future use.
