Photo courtesy of Pleasantview social media page.

Pleasantview Home in Kalona has announced a fundraising campaign to order a new chiller for the campus.

Pleasantview Marketing Director Jessica Janecek described what the chiller was and why they were looking to replace it, “It’s basically a large air-conditioning unit that keeps Pleasantview cool. Ours is, I guess you could say, tired after many years, so we’re looking to replace it.”

The goal is to reach $50,000 of community donations. In its campaign announcement, Pleasantview also announced that the first $50,000 would be matched by two community donors. The campaign will culminate in the home’s benefit sale on October 31 and  November 1.

Those wishing to donate or participate in the campaign should contact Janecek. Her full interview can be heard on today’s In Touch with Southeast Iowa Program.