Exciting News, Lake Lure Community!

Thanks to your incredible generosity and passion, we’ve not only reached our $25,000 goal for the RestoreLakeLure.com campaign by year’s end — we’ve blown past it! We’re thrilled to announce that together, we’ve raised over $27,000 and counting!

Your support is proof of how much Lake Lure means to so many folks around the country, and it’s inspiring to see these lake lovers, both near and far, come together to protect and preserve our beloved lake.

But the work doesn’t stop here. To ensure we can tackle the critical restoration projects that Lake Lure needs, we’re increasing our goal to $50,000. Every additional dollar raised will go directly towards stabilizing the lake, maintaining its ecological health, and protecting its beauty for generations to come.

Raising the goal is not about moving the finish line but about seizing the opportunity to address even more of Lake Lure’s pressing needs. With additional funds, we can expand our efforts and ensure the lake’s long-term stability and vibrancy. Every contribution — past, present, and future — is a vital part of this mission, and we’re honored to have your trust and support.

Our campaign Champions are proud to be in discussions with David DiOrio and the community advisory boards on future fund distribution:

"Private funding initiatives like the www.restorelakelure.com campaign play a vital role in bridging the gap between government support and personal sacrifices during times of crisis. This dedicated effort and selfless devotion of volunteers empowers the citizens of Lake Lure to come together, preserve what we hold dear, and invest in a future we can all be proud of. I look forward to working with the RESTORE LAKE LURE campaign champions and our community advisory boards in the near future to discuss the best use of these funds.  The Lake Lure Town Council is committed to ensure every donated dollar contributes to the restoration and preservation of our cherished lands." – Dr. David DiOrio, Town Commissioner.

We also want to extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Restore Lake Lure Champions — the passionate individuals and groups who have worked tirelessly to drive this campaign forward. Your dedication, creativity, and relentless efforts have been instrumental in spreading the word and inspiring others to join this cause. From organizing events to sharing the campaign far and wide, you’ve gone above and beyond to ensure its success. Lake Lure is fortunate to have such incredible advocates, and we’re honored to work alongside you in preserving the lake we all cherish. Thank you for being the backbone of this movement:

• Jaimee & Brad Peters, Owners, Lake Lure Marine

• Paul & Cara Brock, Owners, Lured Market & Grill

• John "Spence" Romine, Owner, The Lodge on Lake Lure

• Hope & George Wittmer, Lake Lure Properties, LLC

• Sharon Decker, President, Tryon Equestrian Partners Carolinas Operation 

• Lyn Weaver, Premier Sotheby's International Realty

• George Carter, GCC Real Estate & Property Management

• James Sciandra, NC Director, ACBS

• Ken Jordan, RestoreLakeLure Champion

 Let’s keep the waves of progress rolling and show just how much we can accomplish when we work together!

With Gratitude and Hope for Lake Lure’s Future, Sydney, Scott & Linda Freerksen, Founders, Restore Lake Lure Fundraising Campaign, Scott@RestoreLakeLure.com, www.RestoreLakeLure.com

"The Restore Lake Lure campaign seeks to bridge the gap between governmental support and personal sacrifice."