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Capital Campaign Updates

There is still quite a bit happening with the Capital Campaign! While the expansion project is underway, we are still in the midst of the campaign to finalize our goals for
the next generation of Highground Supporters!

The Highground Rising: The Journey to Building a Strong Future

The Highground Rising: The Journey to Building a Strong Future

Jan 30, 20245 min read

The Highground Staff and Board of Directors are excited to announce the latest update regarding the organization’s mission to create a lasting legacy for The Highground and those who hold it close.  The $4 million capital campaign has been a testament to the unwavering support and dedication of the Veteran community and advocates, and The […]

Devoted Patrons Give to “Fire Team” Giving Society for The Highground Rising Campaign

Devoted Patrons Give to “Fire Team” Giving Society for The Highground Rising Campaign

Feb 1, 20224 min read

The ongoing $4M capital campaign to build a Welcome Center at The Highground and support further Park improvements launched earlier this year. And thanks to an incredible and growing group of supporters, The Highground Rising has raised over $1.4M in cash and pledges. The Highground is honored to acknowledge the contributors to-date in the Fire Team Giving Society: Sandy […]

Unwavering Advocates Pledge to “Squad” Giving Society for The Highground Fundraising Campaign

Unwavering Advocates Pledge to “Squad” Giving Society for The Highground Fundraising Campaign

Dec 14, 20214 min read

The ongoing $4M capital campaign to build a Welcome Center at The Highground and support further Park improvements launched earlier this year. And thanks to an incredible and growing group of supporters, The Highground Rising has now raised $1.4M in cash and pledges. Hardee’s of Neillsville, Colby and Medford, Denny & Mary Ann Solie, Crescendo Fundraising Professionals, LLC, Joan Jungwirth, Gerald & Alice […]

Steadfast Community Partner Pledges to The Highground’s Fundraising Campaign

Steadfast Community Partner Pledges to The Highground’s Fundraising Campaign

Nov 16, 20212 min read

The Highground is pleased to share that Festival Foods has pledged to the Company Giving Society (between $25,000 and 49,999) for The Highground Rising, the ongoing private $4M capital campaign to build a Welcome Center at The Highground and support additional Park improvements.  “The Highground facility is extremely important to our local service members, veterans, and their […]

Leading Benefactors Pledge to “Platoon” Giving Society for The Highground Fundraising Campaign

Leading Benefactors Pledge to “Platoon” Giving Society for The Highground Fundraising Campaign

Oct 14, 20213 min read

Donations support the mission to build a new Welcome Center at the Park The Wisconsin Department of Veterans Affairs, Independent Hardee’s Franchisee Association, John & Rebecca Scaletta, Northside Elevator, Inc., Mall Furniture, Wayne, Bonnie & Lorraine Short, Julie Diesing, Scott & Angie Kissinger, Bankers’ Bank, Forward Bank and the Ronald & Joyce Wanek Foundation, Ltd./Ashley […]

Major Donors Pledge to “Company” Giving Society for The Highground Rising Campaign

Major Donors Pledge to “Company” Giving Society for The Highground Rising Campaign

Sep 8, 20213 min read

Gross Motors, Inc., Kuhl Equipment, Inc., Russell’s of Neillsville, Northwestern Bank, Citizens State Bank of Loyal, Don & Cindy Quicker, James & Christine Krizenesky, Carol Shea and David Dvoracheck have pledged (between $25,000 and $49,999) to the Company Giving Society for The Highground Rising Capital Campaign, the ongoing private $4M capital campaign to build a Welcome Center […]

Major Donors Provide Catalyst for The Highground Rising Campaign

Major Donors Provide Catalyst for The Highground Rising Campaign

Jul 20, 20213 min read

Michele Benson, Al and Kay Lamovec, Gary and Kay Weirauch, and the William and Gertrude Casper Foundation have pledged (between $50,000 and $99,999) to the Battalion Giving Society for The Highground Rising Capital Campaign, the private $4M capital campaign to build a Welcome Center at The Highground and support additional Park improvements. Gary Weirauch, Volunteer Board […]

Wuethrich Foundation and Grassland Dairy Products Commits $100,000 to The Highground Rising Campaign

Wuethrich Foundation and Grassland Dairy Products Commits $100,000 to The Highground Rising Campaign

Jun 9, 20212 min read

The Wuethrich Foundation and Grassland Dairy Products, Inc. of Greenwood, Wisconsin, has pledged $100,000 for the Theater Room naming rights to The Highground Rising $4M capital campaign. Since 1904 and through five generations, the Wuethrich Family has worked with hundreds of Wisconsin dairy farmers to consistently produce the highest quality dairy ingredients.  Chairman of the Wuethrich Foundation, […]

$250,000 Pledge Provides Catalyst for Highground Rising Campaign

$250,000 Pledge Provides Catalyst for Highground Rising Campaign

May 27, 20213 min read

A $250,000 pledge has been given by the Listeman Foundation for The Highground Rising, the private $4M capital campaign to build a Welcome Center at The Highground and support additional Park improvements. “The Listeman Foundation has been supporting The Highground since funding the initial property purchase in 1985. The Listeman Foundation’s contribution to the current capital campaign demonstrates our ongoing […]

The Highground Rising Campaign Surpasses $1M

The Highground Rising Campaign Surpasses $1M

May 7, 20212 min read

“The Highground Rising” $4 million expansion campaign for The Highground Veterans Memorial Park has surpassed $1M.  Upon reaching the $1M milestone, several major donors who offered a challenge of $400,000 have extended the challenge to June 8. According to Gary Weirauch, Highground Rising campaign chair, the generous donors who offered a challenge to The Highground friends […]

The Highground $4M Expansion Campaign Launches with $834,374

The Highground $4M Expansion Campaign Launches with $834,374

Apr 15, 20212 min read

The $4M Highground Rising Campaign Launch celebration, held at The Condensery in Osseo, Wisconsin, announced the campaign has raised $834,374 in pledges and gifts since beginning soliciting prospective donors late last year. The goals of the campaign will build a 12,000 square foot Welcome Center, complete ADA accessibility throughout the park, create new services and […]