Matching Grant Supports The Power of Community Campaign

The Marathon Lions Club has announced they will contribute up to $5,000 to the Marathon City 2020 LTD’s The Power of Community Campaign benefiting the Heritage Center Park and building project. The Marathon Lions will match $1 for $1 up to the next $5,000 if enough money is raised through The Power of Community Campaign within the next 60 days, until May 4, 2018.

“We are excited to support The Power of Community Campaign for the Heritage Center Park project,” said Keith Paul, Treasurer, Marathon Lions Club. “The Lions’ matching grant is intended to spark more community support for the project because we feel it will become an important gathering space in our Village. Our organization wants to see the park project come to fruition because it shows a visible commitment to neighborhood stabilization, community pride, and growth and development in the Village of Marathon.”

Paul encourages community members to donate online and show their spirit for Power of Community Campaign. Click here to donate now!

The club’s matching grant will substantially support Marathon City 2020’s efforts to raise funds for The Power of Community Campaign. Marathon City 2020 plans to transform the worn-out parking lot and abandoned bank drive-thru on the Heritage Center property into an environmentally friendly and inviting greenspace. This “pocket park” will feature a covered stage, raised planting beds with built-in seating, a transitional area for additional seating or entertainment, bike racks and more so it can serve as a multifunctional place for education, relaxation, entertainment, and cultural attractions. Additionally, they plan to correct issues with the Heritage Center's front cornice and install a new visually appealing sign.

The Power of Community Campaign kick-off on October 26, 2017, and will continue throughout 2018. The organization’s goal is to secure necessary funds and begin construction in 2018, with anticipated completion by late summer so a grand opening can be scheduled by Labor Day weekend 2018 during the annual Fun Days community-wide event.

“The Marathon City 2020 board is extremely grateful to the Marathon Lions Club for their generous and timely donation to support our organization’s fund drive efforts and ultimately our community,” said Board President Edee Zuleger. “The Marathon Lions Club and Marathon City 2020 LTD share a mission of helping the local community thrive by creating welcoming gathering spaces like the Heritage Center Park; it will be a vibrant resource and place where people can celebrate community pride.”

Contributions to Marathon City 2020 Ltd. (TIN: 47-5638829) are tax deductible as charitable nonprofit contributions under code section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code. To donate online, visit their website at www.marathoncity2020.com. Donations can also be payable to the Marathon City 2020 and mailed to: Marathon City 2020 Ltd., PO Box 423, Marathon, WI 54448.