In 2017, the Warren County Historical Society (WCHS) partnered with Benefactor Group to assess the philanthropic appeal and the potential for leadership gifts for a proposed $3 million campaign. The goals of the campaign were to make Harmon Hall and the Conference Center more accessible to all visitors, enhance the visitor experience across all three WCHS sites, and prepare for long-term sustainability. Benefactor Group conducted 20 individual interviews with 22 people. The results indicated that respondents were not excited or inspired by the campaign plans, with only 5% listing WCHS as their top philanthropic priority. The available leadership gifts were deemed insufficient to support a successful campaign. As a result, Benefactor Group recommended deferring the capital campaign and using the next 18 to 24 months to strengthen WCHS board governance and staff management, develop a vision and strategic plan, focus on building a robust donor giving program, and increase marketing and visibility. If a campaign is considered in the future, it was advised to revisit, refine, and articulate a compelling campaign case and goals.