Madison County Fairgrounds Improvement Foundation Inc. Announced

In December 2020, the Madison County Commissioners unanimously voted to approve the formation of The Madison County Fairgrounds Improvement Foundation Inc. The Madison County Fairgrounds Improvement Foundation was formed as the philanthropic entity to properly receive tax-exempt donations to support the Madison County Fair’s projects, equipment needs, programs, and services. The organization is comprised of an independent, volunteer Board of Directors and a volunteer Advisory Board who represent Madison County in its entirety. Nancy “Nondi” Harrington, Independent Fundraising Consultant, has been asked to coordinate this effort.

The first Board meeting for the Madison County Fairgrounds Improvement Foundation Inc. was held at 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday March 24, at the County Administration Building conference Room. Officers were elected and the Bylaws were presented and approved. Until further notice, these public meetings are scheduled for the third Tuesday of every month at 6:00 p.m. in the County Administrative Building in Virginia City, there is potential to hold the meetings at the fairgrounds in the summer. Interested community members are cordially invited to attend! Harrington added “this will be an incredible project and an amazing organization! I am honored to work with so many wonderful community members as we create a legacy for future generations.”

Our Mission: “The Madison County Fairgrounds Improvement Foundation Inc. is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization. Our mission is to preserve, promote and support the Madison County Fairgrounds through grants, donations fundraising and planned giving. Our aim is to continue the legacy of agriculture, recreation, education and community gatherings by providing funding for the Madison County Fair Grounds.”

Board of Directors: Rodney Braaten (President), Sheridan; Jim Anderson (Vice President), Alder; Jody Sandru (Secretary), Twin Bridges; Blake McKitrick (Treasurer), McAllister; Colten Clark, Ennis/Jeffers; Dan Doornbos, Alder; Ellie Reedy, Twin Bridges/Pony; Ken Walsh, Twin Bridges; Nancy Matheson, Twin Bridges/Amarillo, TX; Paula Christensen, Sheridan; and Trista Armstrong, Cardwell.

Advisory Board Members: Ann Gornick, Sheridan; Ann Hockanson, Harrison/Norris; Christy Todd (Fair Board Representative), Cameron; Mark Hoyt, Silver Star; Paul Marsh, Sheridan; Ron Nye (County Commissioner Representative), Twin Bridges; Terry Todd, Twin Bridges; and Todd Nelson, Silver Star.