Support the White House Ballroom Project: Leave Your Mark on History
Support the construction of the new White House ballroom by contributing funds and potentially having your name immortalized inside the historic building. Companies like Google, R.J. Reynolds, Booz Allen Hamilton, Lockheed Martin, Palantir, and NextEra Energy have already pledged significant donations, with Lockheed Martin committing over $10 million. Individual donors, including Blackstone Group CEO Stephen Schwarzman, have also shown their support. The fundraising effort is led by Meredith O'Rourke, a top political fundraiser for President Trump, in partnership with the Trust for the National Mall, a nonprofit organization that supports the National Park Service.
The construction of the 90,000-square-foot annex on the South Lawn of the White House is funded by private donors and the president himself, with nearly $200 million already pledged. Donors have the option to make a lump sum payment or spread their contribution over three installments, with the expectation of receiving recognition associated with the White House Ballroom. The pledge form allows donors to request anonymity if desired. President Trump has personally engaged with business executives to encourage contributions, with a \"legacy dinner\" fundraiser scheduled for October 15 to further support the project.
Private funding for public memorials and buildings in Washington is not uncommon, with historical examples like the Washington Monument and the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial receiving significant support from private sources. The new White House ballroom aims to be a lasting symbol of American ideals, supported by a diverse group of donors from various industries. Join the effort to contribute to this iconic addition to the People's House.