In 2024, thanks to the gifts of so many Okontoe friends and a tremendous volunteer effort, we have nearly concluded Phase 1 of our septic infrastructure project.
We have completed seven of the nine new outhouses which have come at a cost of $69,000.
These expenses have been 100% paid for by generous donations. Our thanks to all our faithful friends for your prayers, volunteering and donations throughout the duration of this project.
And now, we have another exciting announcement!
We have been given a generous gift of $75,000 designated towards the next phase of our urgently-needed septic system upgrades.
In total, there are five systems to replace: the Dining Hall, Shower House, staff housing and RV dump station.
This $75,000 gift gets us more than halfway to our Phase 2 goal of $125,000.
The donor and the Okontoe Board are hopeful this will inspire all of us to consider joining in and contributing towards this phase of the project.
Our desire is to complete this stage of fundraising by the spring of 2025 and begin construction shortly thereafter.
Will you join us?
Please join us in prayer for this project and consider how you can participate.
If you’d like to participate financially, please visit our donation page:
(select “Septic System Capital Campaign”)
Or mail your check to: Okontoe, 110 Bow Lake Rd, Grand Marais MN 55604.