Project 1, the APS/APRL Expansion Fund Raising Program, is the cornerstone of the APS Development Plan. A larger headquarters will allow the APS and APRL to meet the challenges of the next 100 years. Project 1 supports this proposal and will allow your favorite services and programs to be enhanced and new initiatives to support the hobby.

To make this vision a reality the APS must raise at least $1.5 million to complete the project and we're counting on each member to come to the aid of the Society. If each APS member makes a one-time contribution of $25 we would be within easy striking distance of achieving our goal. Some members are in a position to contribute more and we're counting on them to help put us over the top.

All donations received by December 31, 2003 will count as Project 1 donations. All donors of $100 or more will have their names inscribed in the Project 1 Book of Donors that will be placed in the American Philatelic Society Grand Hall of Honor.

While supplies last, donors of at least $500 will receive a limited-edition Match Factory wooden cut-out, part of the "Historic Bellefonte" series. Donors of $1,000 or more will be recognized as Tiffany donors and those who contribute $10,000 or more will become members of the President's Circle.

The APS and APRL are tax exempt organizations under IRS code 501 (c)(3). Your support for Project 1 is critical. Please respond generously.

Donations may be submitted electronically on our secure page or they can be mailed to: Project 1, American Philatelic Society, 100 Match Factory Place, Bellefonte, PA 16823.

You can keep up to date visiting the APS Match Factory Website.

If, at any time, you have questions, please call Ken Martin at (814) 933-3803, ext. 218 or e-mail kpmartin@stamps.org.