The Children’s Museum of NH is starting off this year’s fundraising with the raffling off of one very cool prize. One lucky person will be the owner of a brand new 2012 MINI Cooper Convertible, valued at $29,000.

The model is pepper white with black bonnet stripes, and is equipped with a 6-speed automatic transmission, cold weather package (heated seats, heated power folding mirrors, and heated washer jets), Bluetooth with iPod adapter, power folding convertible top, 121 HP 1.6 liter engine, air conditioning, MINI Boost Stereo, 1-year free Sirius subscription, CD player, power one-touch windows, and power door locks.

This raffle is part of a new initiative by the Museum to raise funds imperative to the operation of its many award-winning programs. These programs are a huge resource for the “community on both local and statewide levels” says Justine Roberts, Executive Director of the Children’s Museum of NH. “We serve over 93,000 people a year and nearly half of those visitors are welcomed at no cost or reduced admission. We have free programs for families with children on the autism spectrum, for families navigating the challenges of Alzheimer’s, and for all Title 1 schools in New Hampshire. We also open our doors to arts, education, cultural management and science professionals as a meeting place and to encourage networking and collaborations. We are launching this new fundraiser so we can continue finding ways to make a difference for New Hampshire’s families.”

The winning ticket will be drawn on March 23, 2012 at the Cheers to Children event, which will include local food, live music, and wine. Those who want a chance at winning the fully-loaded MINI Cooper Convertible can order their tickets at www.childrens-museum.org, at the Museum’s front desk during regular business hours, or by calling the Museum at 603-742-2002. Tickets for Cheers to Children are available at $50 per person, or there is an option to buy the Ultimate Ticket: one car raffle ticket and two tickets to Cheers to Children for just $175, a $25 savings. 
 

The Children’s Museum of NH is located in the center of Dover and offers two floors of hands-on, interactive exhibits for children of all ages. Green Alliance members save $9 on a family admission (when 3 or more family members visit)! Save $10 on a $50 item from the Museum store, and save $12 on a Reciprocal Membership. Green Alliance Business Partners who sign up for a Signature Business Benefits package (levels vary) will receive CMNH passes, invitations to gallery openings, discounts off of corporate rentals, and much more!