Cathedral Square Friends is working to beautify the square through hanging flower baskets.
76.04% Raised
$10,265 donated of $13,500 goal
19 Donors
Campaign has ended
Building on Our Success
We are taking the next step to improve Cathedral Square by expanding our successful “Color the Square” initiative. In 2019, eleven light poles in and around the park were decorated with two baskets each which were overflowing with colorful flowers and plants. The sponsor-funded project delighted visitors who attended concerts and other events in the Square as well those eating lunch, playing games, or just enjoying the park.
With the project so well received, this new effort will concentrate on getting funding for 8 more baskets to be hung on 4 other poles in the Square. The new baskets would join the other improvements made to the park during the last year, such as the very popular new playground that Milwaukee County Parks installed.
Why Donate? Because Great Public Spaces are Important
As a non-profit “Friends” group, our main objective is to help improve the overall quality of Cathedral Square, which is a significant location for several reasons.
It was donated by Solomon Juneau in 1837 and is Milwaukee’s oldest park. It’s surrounded by and used by numerous local residents and businesses. It’s a place where our community comes together. Regardless of your personal connection, you want to have pride in your local area and enjoy relaxing in a more beautiful public space.
Great public spaces feel cared for, with attention and detail. For example, Milwaukee’s Riverwalk along Pere Marquette Park looks cared for due to the help of planted flower baskets along the water’s edge. Also, around the perimeters of private properties such as the Pfister hotel, you’ll find attractive flower baskets and other elements which help to make it a special place. Both are great local examples that help to define their identity and create a sense of arrival.
Sponsorship Levels
Premier Sponsor ($1,800). Fund two hanging baskets for two years. Donations at this level will receive recognition in Cathedral Square and on the website.
Supporting Sponsor ($500). Water and maintenance of two baskets for a year. Donations at this level will receive recognition on the website.
Contributing Sponsor ($250). Water and maintenance of one basket for a year. Donations at this level will receive recognition on the website.
Sustaining Sponsor ($100). Donations at this level will receive recognition on the website.
Donations of any amount are welcome and appreciated.
We Want to Thank Our Premier Sponsors
Argosy Foundation
Associated Bank
East Town Association
SportClub
Milwaukee’s Downtown BID #21
Taylor’s
Van Buren Management, Inc.
This Is It!
The Campaign
Any funds raised in excess of the goal will be used for future years of watering and maintenance of the flower baskets.
If enough funds for 8 additional baskets isn’t obtained before the end of campaign the plan is to move forward with a minimum of 22 baskets based on the amount of funds raised.
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Last Updated: September 1, 2020 by Cathedral Square Friends, Inc.
Color the Square III
Cathedral Square Friends is working to beautify the square through hanging flower baskets.
Building on Our Success
We are taking the next step to improve Cathedral Square by expanding our successful “Color the Square” initiative. In 2019, eleven light poles in and around the park were decorated with two baskets each which were overflowing with colorful flowers and plants. The sponsor-funded project delighted visitors who attended concerts and other events in the Square as well those eating lunch, playing games, or just enjoying the park.
With the project so well received, this new effort will concentrate on getting funding for 8 more baskets to be hung on 4 other poles in the Square. The new baskets would join the other improvements made to the park during the last year, such as the very popular new playground that Milwaukee County Parks installed.
Why Donate? Because Great Public Spaces are Important
As a non-profit “Friends” group, our main objective is to help improve the overall quality of Cathedral Square, which is a significant location for several reasons.
It was donated by Solomon Juneau in 1837 and is Milwaukee’s oldest park. It’s surrounded by and used by numerous local residents and businesses. It’s a place where our community comes together. Regardless of your personal connection, you want to have pride in your local area and enjoy relaxing in a more beautiful public space.
Great public spaces feel cared for, with attention and detail. For example, Milwaukee’s Riverwalk along Pere Marquette Park looks cared for due to the help of planted flower baskets along the water’s edge. Also, around the perimeters of private properties such as the Pfister hotel, you’ll find attractive flower baskets and other elements which help to make it a special place. Both are great local examples that help to define their identity and create a sense of arrival.
Sponsorship Levels
Donations of any amount are welcome and appreciated.
We Want to Thank Our Premier Sponsors
The Campaign
Any funds raised in excess of the goal will be used for future years of watering and maintenance of the flower baskets.
If enough funds for 8 additional baskets isn’t obtained before the end of campaign the plan is to move forward with a minimum of 22 baskets based on the amount of funds raised.