Fangshi Denglou - Built in 1920 after contributions from villagers, this denglou is five stories high.

The deficits have been overcome (one year it reached $8 million, he says) and the company even recorded a slight surplus after contributions last season.

After solid contributions as a true freshman and sophomore for the Ducks, Leunen became one of the most important pieces to Oregon's 2006-2007 campaign.

Renovations started in 1991 after generous contributions from charitable organizations, local politicians and residents.

"The company did not have a history of going after personal contributions," Mr. Halterman said, "and that support should be dramatically higher than it is."

In 1986, the Gym/Sport's Hall for Games Lessons and the community was opened after contributions from parents.

Besides the constant chase after contributions, the company is searching for a new home, probably at five times the rent of the bargain space it is losing.

"By doing that, we will be able to seize their funds and go after anyone who provides them help or contributions or assistance whatsoever," he said.

Then, after more lobbying and contributions, it persuaded the City Council to ask the state to pass the bill.

Wilson later returned contributions associated with Harrell after unreported contributions to his own campaign were discovered.