KDK – The Club of Cultural Figures

Future for KDK is a community initiative aiming to raise funds for the restoration and revitalization of the building of the former Club of Cultural Figures in Veliko Tarnovo and to bring it back to life and also to preserve the public function and architectural value of the building.

*The dilapidated building of KDK and the back yard*.

VISION FOR KDK

The vision of the TAM Club and the Varna Social Teahouse is for KDK to become a modern cultural and social center, which will offer the local communities and guests of Veliko Tarnovo a place for dialogue and a diverse program of cultural events. And young people from at-risk social groups to get the opportunity for their first secure job and support through a mentoring program.

COMMUNITY DEBATE AND SUPPORT

The discussion on the future of KDK started in 2020, with the participation of representatives of institutions, non-government organizations, business and the local community (video). Dozens of artists, cultural managers and citizens have publicly expressed their support for the idea (videos #FutureFromKDK)!

Playlist with the public debate and videos in support of the campaign.

The Municipality of Veliko Tarnovo recognized the cause and in April 2021 decided to lend the first floor and the backyard for a period of 5 years for the purposes of the initiative. Dozens of volunteers took part in cleaning the premises.

ARCHITECTURAL PROJECT

The architects from Atelier IA got involved in the project completely free of charge, in creating an architectural project for the premises on the first floor and the back yard. The project was publicly presented and was given the green light from the Municipality of Veliko Tarnovo. The feedback from the community at every step of the process is important!

*Design Previews of the premises from the project of Atelier IA*.

THE FUNDS NEEDED

Preliminary calculations show that the repair will cost no less than BGN 50,000. This includes the cost of replacing the electrical installation, air conditioning and dealing with the damp issues, electrical installation, lights, change of flooring and window and door frames.

We rely on donations from citizens and companies to raise the money and on the work of specialists!

As of beginning of July 2021, the costs of cleaning the building amount to BGN 2,063, and donations are BGN 1,125.

BECOME PART OF THE #FUTURE FOR KDK CAMPAIGN

If you want to join the campaign for a new life of KDK in Veliko Tarnovo, you can do it in several ways, description below.

Donate!

Donating by bank transfer (account in BGN)
- Bank account holder: VT events
- IBAN: BG15BPBI79311028842301
- BIC/SWIFT: BPBIBGSF
Donating through PayPal: http://www.paypal.com/paypalme/futureforKDK

By becoming our Patron: www.patreon.com/tamvelikotarnovo

By organizing charity event

If you are an artist or cultural manager, you can support the campaign by organizing a charity theater performance, concert, party, exhibition, screening, and donate part of the proceeds to the campaign!