The Simone memorial, Wendy Ingham, the owner of the Trade Street Gallery, said. is an opportunity to honor Nina Simone and to give opportunities to others.
The Memorial Project comprises three distinct phases: 1) a life-size bronze sculpture by noted American sculptor William Behrends, 2) a needs-based scholarship open to applicants from all academic disciplines, and 3) a large-scale music festival.
We appeal to the global community to help the Nina Simone Project complete payment on Zenos Frudakiss bronze sculpture of Nina Simone, located at Nina Simone Plaza in Tryon, NC. An outstanding debt of $55,000 remains of the $106,000 costing. Donations are tax-deductible. Checks should be made payable to Nina Simone Project and mailed to PO Box 182, Tryon NC USA 28782. Thank you, in advance, for helping in this memorial effort. Every contribution will bring us closer to the goal. www.ninasimoneproject.org.
