The upkeep and maintenance of Old Salem Shrine and its cemetery are funded entirely by donations and much of the work done by volunteers. We value your gifts of both time and money.

Donate

Your donation or memorial gift helps to preserve Old Salem Shrine as a monument to the early settlers and offer people today a glimpse into a simpler way of life.

Note: We may recognize donors in our newsletter. If you prefer your name not be shared publicly, please note your donation should remain anonymous.

Donate by mail:

Old Salem Shrine
c/o Maggie Hobbs
1452 Sargent Avenue
Saint Paul, MN 55105

ENDOWMENT GIFT

In 2021, the Estate of Jill (Zehnder) Lewis established an endowment fund to care for Old Salem. The “Zehnder Memorial Endowment,” honors one of the founding families and Jill, who served as Old Salem’s president for 30 years. Your gifts to the fund are appreciated and will help ensure Old Salem’s legacy into the future.

Donate online

  1. Choose “Endownment or Investment Account.”

  2. Enter the amount you’d like to give and choose “One Time” or “Recurring.” If recurring, indicate date you’d like the transaction to process.

  3. In the “Specify” line, enter “Zehnder Memorial Endowment Acct 8000.”

  4. Click “Add to Basket.”

  5. Click “Continue to Payment” and enter your payment information to complete the transaction.

Donate by check

Payable to: Minnesota Methodist Foundation. Please write “Zehnder Memorial Endowment Acct 8000” in the memo line.

Mail to:
Minnesota Methodist Foundation
PO Box 26423
Minneapolis, MN 55426



Donations to Old Salem Shrine are tax deductible as an entity of the United Methodist Church (Federal Tax ID: 41-0952757).

 

Volunteer

Interested in serving on the operating committee, helping with grounds maintenance or upkeep on the building? We’d love your help.

ITEMS FOR PURCHASE

Before he passed away, local artist DA Krech sketched Old Salem Shrine in its peaceful, moonlit setting. A few artist-numbered, framed prints were produced. These reproductions are equally as fitting for framing and hanging in your home. Recommended…

  • Before he passed away, local artist DA Krech sketched Old Salem Shrine in its peaceful, moonlit setting. A few artist-numbered, framed prints were produced. These reproductions are equally as fitting for framing and hanging in your home.

    To purchase, click “buy now,” and choose “Artist Sketch” from drop-down menu. Enter amount $35 ($25 plus shipping).