Mission Stéphane Bern is a foundation that deals with the preservation of French heritage buildings. It might be a good resource for you, you do have to apply, showing pictures of what needs to be fixed, and why the building is a heritage building. They’ve chosen the buildings for 2022 but I believe they are still taking applications for 2023. Good luck, you are doing a great thing in both your work and in your efforts to care for the chateau!

I truly love what you guys are doing. I truly believe in what you’re doing with the youth. I am excited to see all the progress and growth of your program since it’s beginning that being said, I have saved your information and will donate as soon as I am able.

Many châteaux have years, if not decades, of deferred maintenance. You're proposing redoing a roof that likely lasts 100 yrs. It is probably the most expensive maintenance cost associated with châteaux. I applaud your willingness to undertake this much needed repair. I follow several château vlogs, but yours is so spectacular inside and out. Good luck with this project. You'll be in my prayers.

Just started donating for the work of His Kingdom. May The Lord do exceedingly above anything you can ask or hope.

I love what you are doing to save this château. It is truly amazing.

I appreciate what your doing. God Bless your roof project. God Bless the participants committed to helping with the new roof.

You guys are doing a good service for this world for Jesus. Praying. Blessings.

You two are amazing....truly a gift from God! People know your hearts and they are willing to help you out in troubled times. You deserve it! God bless!

Miss seeing your videos so glad you’re posting again. Love the work you are doing for the Lord. And Congratulations on the funds for the next steps on renovating the chateau. Praise God! 💟✝️

I’m so glad that you are getting help with the roof. I love your openness about the project and the finances. It is measure of your integrity. I hope at some point you and Leslie will be able to take a reasonable salary so that small things can be accomplished. I love your content. I hope you are blessed with what you need. (A John Deere, if you can get one in France😊)To those reading comments, give scriptures a try. They offer comfort and hope.

Life teaches us humility...

No judgement here, just pure joy for this news. This building is so beautiful and you both have demonstrated this labor of love in so many ways. Continued best wishes … ❤😊❤

Put up the good fight 👍👍 Keep it going 💪

Nice video and very informative. I'm happy funds are coming in for the new roof. Continuing prayers for your mission.

I pray the Lord Blesses all that you are doing🙏💜🌈💜

In England you can invite a local university to bring their students along in whatever building work needs doing with their tutor and they do work under their supervision. There are lot of areas this could apply too...even just fixing old books to fixing the roof. Check out if France does something like this.

Start a buy me a coffee account and call it Buy the Chateau a Roof Tile perhaps that goes to wherever you need it to? That way folks can donate along....so glad to see you ask for some help. It takes a village to conserve history! And maybe the board could help you include in the lease certain maintenance things are non-profit's responsibility and thus make room to charge just a bit more for the experience?

@Eric-kf6dy

Жыл бұрын

The PayPal account they created (link in description) works just like BMAC you can basically donate any amount one time only or monthly.

Love the music!!!

I enjoy your videos and what your doing. I think there's nothing wrong with educating youth and having a emphases on religious studies. I hope your spectrum isn't narrow and notes more than Christianity. I've noticed that your roof needed help! I'm glad others see the value in your program and donate. I can see that you both have good hearts! I wish you well and hope those who donate follow this project through as this Heritage Chateau won't be inhabitable over time! Thank you for your educational videos!

I have a old home and I claim Psalm 91 and blood of Jesus till we have Provision to fix. When we have down pour believe it or not it’s in our shower!!💜🌈💜

Great explanations about the property. It also shows that you are both flexable in making this successful. Oppertunities sometimes can be a stress that you never anticipated too it's full extent. You're planting the seeds, and the harvest will be made easier for generations.💝

I was really surprised to see my name as a comment 😂 I’m sorry if you took it as a personal criticism. Not meant to be. You both are so hard working for a wonderful project. Glad you’ve had some good news on donations. The chateau is beautiful and the attic with all the bedrooms are amazing. I truly hope it works out ! Will be watching!

@chateaudelagrifferaie953

Жыл бұрын

All good. It was a good point and well taken

I am so glad you have come to the understanding that doing this on your own was just not a possibility no matter how much you prayed. It fills me with hope now that I know you are putting yourself and the Chateau into a position where there is a good chance of success and the beautiful concept of helping young people my be successful. Long term planning is the key to all this and that includes long term financial planning. I am sure there are many people that will want to help you and the youth you hope to help. I have no doubt that your desires are pure and intentions are for the best. I wish you the best of luck and look forward to seeing you all be a big success!

Congratulations on getting started with the roof!

I could not donate a huge amount but I think you both are doing good works for teens and young adults. While I am agnostic I do believe in giving, gathering and sharing knowledge. Good luck with the roof project and raising the funds needed.

Lindo castelo amei 💗🥰🇧🇷

Congrats on the great start to being able to have the funds for the roof. When you selected this chateau, I wondered why you chose one that would be such a challenge. Hoping once it's repaired it will be an investment for your future. Your good works will be rewarded.

Great ministry

I am so excited for you guys!

So glad to see you'll be getting on top of things, literally, and I see no shame in inviting participation from interested others. Blessings!

Great. Hope It all turns well!

Can't believe you still have that guitar with all the hockey stickers on it. Plus you could see the "Sweet Salt" sticker. Classic🙂.

Excited for you guys!

thanks, Rob.. very helpful information..

I have been watching your restoration since the begining I now understand that good things happen to good people when in need Wonderful news .Im not into scriptures etc but have a huge respect for you both . I am dying and can only donate a small amount but please know it comes from my heart Love to you both from Kay from Australia xxxxxx

@stephaniewilliams9469

Жыл бұрын

Awww! I’m sad for you! How kind you are!

@teepeeX

Жыл бұрын

My thoughts are with you Kay where u I'm Adelaide

@kaytreble1123

Жыл бұрын

@@teepeeX NSW Honey

@davidsmith3736

10 ай бұрын

I would be great if you accepted Jesus as your Lord and Saviour before and if you die.He's waiting.

You are Chateau Angels ❤Your chateau is so unique and beautiful. Glad you are fixing the roof!

Guys, you probably already know this but here it is: chateau Purnon got a government French historic restoration awarded annually! It is in large amounts! You might contact them, and see what the process is to apply! They also have a large intricate roof, and from the looks of the scope of the work being done, we’re awarded a large amount! They award several millions of dollars per year! It is well worth checking out, for sure! So why not check it out, if there is a way, there is a will!

I think what you are doing is fabulous.

Huge respect to you!

I want to contribute. I want to help. As a retired Pastor I really believe in what you are doing. I would even be interested in helping paint or wall paper your upper levels when you get to that point. I did it. It's not much each month but I hope it helps! No need for a tax deductible receipt. Love and blessings to you both!

This all sounds very informative. I'm impressed with your emphasis on what sounds like your one and only, sole purpose of "trying to help kids." which is very honorable. You have made provisions for should your project fail in some way. If that should happen, would consider being part of the support system for programs such as IVHQ, Americorps, Canadian Youth for Christ, or Peace Corps in impoverished areas of the world? Christian leadership shaped after such works by St. Francis of Assisi and St. Basil of Caesarea and oriented to youth leadership. I'm sure you had considered those kinds of ideas before settling on the chateau in France concept and wonder how it became your choice. Great to see the chateau being saved and restored for its national historic value. Keep up the good works.

I really enjoy your programmes , you are great to listen to , and you have the Messiah at the beginning. The Chateau is beautiful . YOUR CAMERA WORK IS great. and how is Mr Bingley?

Nice to see the Hildebrand section on the bookshelf…I’ve got a similar Hildebrand section

Wow what a beautiful place I wish I could be there to help.

Great tidings ! Upwards and onwards ;-)

Thank God the new roof is coming. James

When I bought and restored my 1903 Victorian commercial building, I saved the roof for last, which, in hind sight was good cash flow wise, but a challenge keeping it sealed as it need a full replacement (but I managed). I leased the building space on 1st and basement floors to my restaurant company for free and worked hard just to get my restaurant up and going and making money (cash flow). I would have loved donations! (obviously I couldn't since I had a for profit business - that at times was non-profit, lol) but I saved and saved money for a full replacement, which was awesome when it was completed. If I would have put all my money in the roof at first, I would have never been able (money wise) to get the business up and running - so it is a balancing act and in my opinion, you are doing things in the right order - I did the same thing and it all worked out in the long run. I am an accountant and controller, so I had a background in cash management and with that and project management - this is how you work to achieve your long term goal. I will enjoy watching the videos of your roof replacement. I support your mission !

@chateaudelagrifferaie953

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for the good word. I resonated with the strategy.

Good luck🍀🙏🌌 Love Sue❤❤❤🇬🇧❤❤❤

Another couple are selling their roof tiles as coasters sets to help pay for the repairs $35.00 for a set of 4 really neat and actually classy...shipping to the USA total price $65.00...

Hello, just wondering about the birds and small animals getting in issue. Could you use chicken wire or bird netting to keep them out? It would not keep the rain out, but it would be fairly inexpensive and easy to install. Keep up the great work, love what you are doing!

You should speak to Billy from The pethericks channel. Their chateau is pretty much like yours. Billy has learnt how to replace tiles how to cut them and more, he uses a cherry picker. Look at his videos for inspiration about this problem and better yet talk to him. He is very helpful.

Great news, your roof will be done sooner than you figured. As far as finances, being on KZread can be a moneymaker as I am sure you know. I recently noticed another chateau owning couple recently renamed their channel to something that in the title spoke to what they are doing, as opposed to the family name. Their subscriptions and views appear to be escalating. Might this be an option for you? There are so many chateau channels. Cheers from Vancouver, BC

The old buildings definitely need to breathe to maintain the health of the structure. However, that doesn't mean you can't utilize some good old North American window screen wire to keep birds and insects out lol. Better than damage that birds, bats and insects can do.

Ah, Rob and Leslie, your appeal to fix the roof has hit me hard! I wish I could help. Maybe if you are still in a needful situation in the new year I can, but right now I'm donating to help buy a manse for our minister and there are so many other commitments, it's not looking good. Cost of living here in Canada has gone through the roof. Please know my thoughts and prayers are with you all. I love what you are doing.

@chateaudelagrifferaie953

Жыл бұрын

Thanks for thinking of us, but truly, no pressure, we're doing great, and we know that we will be totally fine:). You keep supporting the folks you're supporting and keep up that good work. We'll be 100% ok:)

Do consider having some extra money in store for when you fix the roof it's a prime time to fix beams that need to be fixed and changed. Also have you gotten your house worm treated yet that's something you need to get done and is easy to do yourself

PRAISE THE LORD!!! When it looks like there is not a way, HE makes a way!! Standing with you brother and sister!!

Have you thought about doing something for not just teens but for adults? I would pay to do a Christian ministry at a Chateau in France. I’m Canadian so this would be fun. Great news about the roof. A priority indeed

To fully restore that roof it’s going to be a ball park figure of anywhere from 500,000.00E or about 1,000,000.00E and that’s with replacing the timber as well it’s sad that the cost is so high I would of tried to do the roof first before anything else

@winnie1659

Жыл бұрын

Unfortunately yes.

I was wondering if you will have any input on the color of the slate that will be used. Also, will measures be taken to ensure that the slate used in each section of the roof is the same color and thickness? Will each section involve the restoration of the wood frame and surrounding masonry, in addition to installing the new slate? Will an architect and a project manager be retained to ensure historical authenticity, quality of workmanship, and coordination of work between each craft?

@tracypaddy4002

Жыл бұрын

Pretty sure France has rules about all these things you've asked.

@bolinfan1519

Жыл бұрын

@@tracypaddy4002 Excellent. The French do not mess around.

Can you have a Patreon account? People can donate as little as $5 a month to more and you post the projects the money is being raised for. Has worked very well for Chateau LaLand.

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Can you post a link for the donations options?

I heard the Country of France helps finance preserving these Chateaus

These are the nicest people. Do you have any programs that target young married couples to give marriage advice and how you used your faith to keep your marriage strong?

@chateaudelagrifferaie953

Жыл бұрын

We have literally been talking about this, perhaps some year:)

Une fois le toit sauvé , le château sera sauvé ! mais pourquoi ne vous intéressez-vous pas aux personnes qui voudraient passer leur retraite dans ce genre d'habitat ? bien-sûr en mélangeant les jeunes et les anciens vous aurez plus de chances d'aboutir dans vos projets , on peut très bien imaginer que de futurs retraités du monde entier pourraient investir dans votre château ET le faire vivre sainement en y habitant ; le parc boisé est très intéressant et utile aussi pour les réunions estivales , je suis jardinier retraité et si je peux me rendre utile ...

Is there anyway you can make some part of the property into a B&B .? I know you maybe can not with the non profit .

👋👍❤️

Hey, I met your son David last night, Oct 14th at PCH homecoming. Soccer team won.

@chateaudelagrifferaie953

Жыл бұрын

ohhhh great, we were wondering how the game went:)

@54waky

Жыл бұрын

@@chateaudelagrifferaie953 2-0

How about "Buy a Shingle go fund me " come up with cost for a single shingle and let me buy one or more at a time, depending on what they can afford., It makes people feel they have a part ofChateau

Looks like 24/12 pitch.

Considering you're a professor maybe you could run seasonal classes in France as profit and then be able to apply for a French loan.

Hi Rob, I love watching your videos and have wondered why you don't set up a Patreon account or a "Buy me a coffee" type account? I will be donating and would love to come help restore this grand lady one day; let us know how we can come volunteer. God bless you, Leslie, and your ministry.

Chateau de Brueil. Renovation paod for by France for Renovation. I'll attach video where they say that

@bolinfan1519

Жыл бұрын

The government won't fund 19th century properties; they're too common. Pre-revolutionary chateaux have priority.

Just from looking at it I thought you might need a French drain & some strategic landscaping? I hope things go well for you and your organization. I don’t really understand the school/ ministry thing. I don’t think I’m really into that. But regardless I think you’re nice, interesting people. Maybe the students could help you in the restoration? I’m actually a little disappointed that it’s not solely your house and trying to come up with money to restore it.

You keep mentioning the IRS, but your castle is in France. I’m by no means an expert but are you getting guidance from a tax attorney with knowledge in both tax laws? I’d be more worried about setting things right in regards to French taxes. There is a tax treaty between France and the US, but the impôts might pop in to question revenue coming from the US, non-profit or not. Given the major undertaking, I’d take the Monument Historique route. And there quite a few ways to receive grants in France (see Purnon for instance). Good luck for the reno, your castle is absolutely stunning and could generate a lot of revenue. Investing in a new roof would repay itself.

Turret maybe 40/12.

All u need to do is get a big rooler....and rool some tar on that roof.....old school👍

Instead of buy a coffee called it buy a tile..

How do you not make any income in France when you run a bible college in a chateau in France?

@hello15848

Жыл бұрын

@@m.m.6670 Non profits have employees, they also have expenses. He needs to make the NP in France them be eligible for loans.

With all my respect. In one of your videos you mentioned about One million dollar you won…. but you don’t have money In another video you said you sold the beach house so you can have money to buy the château, in another video and one of your travels to America you said that the people -renting- the house have it very well taking care…. I love your château but like I said with all my respected I heard one video then another like in this one the letter have dated 03/03/2021 is not like you said recently in 2 months 2023 Well I understand also another things refer how to buy a château in France if you don’t have money but you will have all those students giving them everyday 3 meals? and for long period time. Just want to wish you the best luck to you for your honestly and help young people, you are the mirror for the next generation.

@chateaudelagrifferaie953

Жыл бұрын

Yes.... perhaps I can clarify. Season 1 Episode 4 explains the finances pretty well I think. We sold, or mortgaged everything, so sold our main house, sold property in Canada, mortgaged the Beach house, which we do rent. Sadly we did not win million it was the cumulative sale and mortgage of our properties. With the 2021 letter, I just had the first approval on my laptop, and didn't want to go find the new one to put it up. We were "reinstated" very recently. (I won't bore you but it related to a retroactive reporting issue)... Got to run, but I'll clarify the student situation next. Sorry for miscommunication. I'll try to be more precise. Usually I over-explain.

@chateaudelagrifferaie953

Жыл бұрын

Ok, back to the computer now. (read the other comment first). So... with the study abroad.... the students do pay fees, and that money goes towards their expenses, so food, van rentals, hotels, and other costs (in a variety of countries incidentally). We don't get a salary, but their participation is a break even for us financially.

Video of Chateau du Bruiel restored by French Government

You’re doing good work there. It’s God’s house. This is ministry. Looking for the favor of God over the chateau!

Depend on it. God's work done in God's way will never lack God's supply. He is too wise a God to frustrate His purposes for lack of funds….😍💕🥰💪🏻 Hudson Taylor

Your non profit business model won't maintain the chateau. You need to have an engineering depreciation report of the chateau that lays out a plan for repair. any money raised goes towards the repair projects identified in the report. you could make a million dollars per year and so long as the money is budgeted for the chateau, that meets the non profit status. if you have a board, you have expenses that exceed non profit status because they need money for luxuries. More important than the roof is the entrance way structural issues. that is first priority, not the roof.

@teepeeX

Жыл бұрын

Exactly

As I tell every chateau owner, after getting the diagnostics before you buy the property, you should’ve known what needed repair. I don’t understand why do people buy these places without the funds to fix them. Sorry, I don’t get it.

Definitely open a "buy me a coffee" account. It makes it easier for individuals to donate $5, $10 etc at a time. It may not seem impactful, but even at $5.00, if 100 people donate then that's $500.00. Make sure to include the link on every video and you will be amazed at how fast the money is raised. If also seen where people start a "go fund me" account. With the target amount set. And that too is successful. However, the buy me a coffee seems to make people more comfortable. As each time, they can purchase multiple "cups" and funds do generate quickly. As well as you have timely access to the donations.

@Eric-kf6dy

Жыл бұрын

The PayPal account they created (link in description) works just like BMAC you can basically donate any amount one time only or monthly, check it out.

@gingermonette7455

Жыл бұрын

I agree with setting up alternate donation platform. I'll donate now thru PayPal, but with the recent revelation about them, I plan to get off that platform. Using GiveSendGo, people can see and get excited about the progress towards the goal. Don't feel sheepish about letting people know they can help--we WANT to feel a part of your project!

"Wir Reparieren das Dach" und nur gerede.. ich hab die Videos geschaut, wie viele andere auch, und ich mag es zu sehen wie was passiert, aber Ihr redet nur, 24 Minuten nur gerede keine Taten das etwas gemacht wird, finde ich echt schade. Bei Videos von anderen Chateaus wird gezeigt wie räume oder anderes gemacht werden, Ihr dagegen redet irgendwie 90% nur, ich denke das die Leute sowas sehen wollen.. es sollte einfach mal etwas Kretik sein, dass Ihr vielleicht auch mal etwas mehr Arbeit zeigt.. Ich würde mich auf jedenfall da drüber freuen, da ich euer Chateau echt schön finde. Liebe Grüße aus Deutschland vom Max

@kathyvick2710

Жыл бұрын

@Max It sounds like this is the first time you have seen this vlog. This couple don’t live at the chateau full time. They run a non-profit ministry at the chateau for college students for a number of weeks. I think they do 1 or 2 of these sessions then go back to the USA. He’s a professor at a college and his wife is an interior designer. They are “talking” in this video because they are in the USA. If you watched when they were at the chateau getting ready for students, you would have seen the projects that they do. The last time they renovated a bathroom and it was gorgeous. This couple realized that when they bought the chateau it will cost money doing the repairs and renovations. They did a number of rooms, bathrooms, areas on the first floor, as well as the kitchen downstairs. This chateau is not meant to be a “business” to make money like other chateaus that offer their place for events, like weddings or parties; a bed and breakfast, or a hotel. They are doing this as a ministry therefore getting the funds to do all the work needed can be challenging. They do a lot of the work themselves and get professionals as needed. I just hope you understand that they don’t just talk about doing the work…when they are in France…they do the projects they can with the money they have.

@Max-dc9mj

Жыл бұрын

@@kathyvick2710 Vielen Dank, ich habe mir die ganzen Videos angesehen und schaue auch weiter, ich wollte Niemanden Angreifen habe nur meine Meinung und Anreize da gelassen, da muss man mich nicht gleich so anfahren. Das Video mit dem Badezimmt im Erdgeschoss fand ich zum Beispiel total toll, ich schaue mit gerne videos an wo Ältere Gebäude Renoviert werden, wäre es nicht so weit von mir würde ich meine Hilfe anbieten, denn ich Mache so Arbeiten auch total gerne.

Perhaps at some future time you will be qualified to do classes on how to legally finance and support a non-profit in France along with all that entails. Bring in certified experts to assist in teaching. Could be beneficial to lots of ministries as God's Kingdom expands. 🤷‍♀️

just a thought for the slate covering down pipes ......... use chicken wire across top of the whole gutter ....it will stop slate falling in the the gutters and blocking down pipes Another thought have you thought of giving access to local ministeries access in the off season..( I no you still work...... but its just a thought)

The people who commented on your video were right. First job in restoration is making it watertight. If it was not in your budget to fix or replace the roof,and the complexity of the roof, perhaps you shouldn’t have bought this place. I’m not trying to be mean, just honest. Every restoration video or tv show I have ever watched, the roof, windows and all outside things were done first.

@stephjezo6470

Жыл бұрын

Wow, pretty sure they knew going in the roof would be an issue at some point. One just never quite knows when. How does your comment do any kind of good? It is free to just leave your two cents out and to be a decent human. If you can't say something nice and all......

@bolinfan1519

Жыл бұрын

First of all, constructive criticism is beneficial if it is accompanied by well-thought out solutions. But solutions can only be arrived at if the problems have been properly identified. Secondly, the problem is not "a shortage of capital"; there will be more surprises down the pike requiring bailouts if the Hildebrands don't get better organized. As I understand it, this property is following a "pay as you go" renovation, relying on revenues from visiting students to fund repairs. But the property is not ready to become a going concern. It requires initial investment for major repairs before scheduling groups for stays at the chateau. Someone else in the comments here mentioned the need for "diagnostics" prior to acquiring a property like this. I would heartily agree, and would add that it's never too late to get a professional assessment of the property's condition, along with high-level estimates of capital investments for renovation, and an expense forecast for maintenance and operations. The next step is to group the capital investments into discrete projects, and build an investment forecast based on available funding and project dependencies. At some point in the timeline, revenues will start to be generated, growing over time before reaching a plateau. You now have the information and tools to schedule your work and forecast your cash flows. Does your spreadsheet show negative cash flows at any point in the timeline? How are you going to handle that? Can any projects be re-sequenced to get more revenue earlier, without causing other problems? Are some projects really necessary, or can they be deferred? These are the kinds of things a business-minded construction project manager would handle. It's how you get organized. Now if the Hildebrands do get organized and have a roadmap in hand, they may find that the condition of the chateau makes it too costly to proceed; the cash flows will be too much in the red instead of in the black. That is the worst case. But it would be better to find that out before the next surprise hits them in the face. Who knows what other hidden problems may exist without that professional, diagnostic report? But if the cash flow forecast isn't too bad, and the diagnostic report says the roof is the only project that cannot be funded by operations, then yes, your request for donations may be achievable. The estimated cost to repair the roof is 250,000. Does that include carpentry and masonry work, in addition to replacing the slates? Does it include fees for an architect and project manager? Two donors have already offered 100,000, if I heard that correctly. So you need 150,000 more? How solid is that 250,000 estimate? Have you assessed your ability to raise funds from the public? Can you raise 150,000+ from people? Let's say you have 20,000 subscribers and friends, and assume 25% of them can make a donation. (People are struggling to survive with hyperinflation, and 25% may be too high a figure because of that.) Anyway, we have an estimate of 5,000 who can make a donation. That works out to 30 bucks per person. 5,000 people donating 30 bucks apiece. Is that doable in your mind? That figure will need to go up if there are any cost overruns on the roof, or if a proper diagnostic reveals further surprises of a critical nature. Sure, there are plenty of people who aren't business-minded who don't need a lot of data before deciding to pitch in. But can you find 5,000 people @ 30 bucks like that? If you get organized with a roadmap, you may be able to find a couple more serious investor/donors who will cough up that extra 150,000+. I used to teach the business case development course for Capgemini at the Château de Béhoust in Île-de-France, and Capgemini charged Fortune 500 clients up to $500 per hour for my advice. Consider this advice to be my donation to your cause. :)