Lights

More than 72,000 visitors celebrated the 2011 Holiday Season with a drive through IBEW Holiday Lights in the Park. With the support of our sponsors, volunteers, and the community, the season was filled with light – and hope. A total of $60,000 was raised for our charity partners.

$18,000 to Second Harvest Heartland

A donation of $18,000 will provide 64,800 meals to those in need in our community. Second Harvest Heartland is able to provide 18 meals for every $5 donated.

$18,000 to Union Gospel Mission

A donation of $18,000 will provide 9,184 meals, and other life-changing care such as safe shelter, warm clothing, free medical and dental care, educational opportunities to men, woman, and children in need.

$12,000 to St. Paul Parks Conservancy

This donation will complete the needed funding for multi-use turf at Oxford Field in St. Paul’s Rondo neighborhood.

$12,000 to UnderConstruction

UnderConstruction is an 8 week summer program that introduces high school students to the construction trades and teaches them what it takes to be an employable worker. A donation of $12,00- provides 34 under served youth the opportunity to participate in this program.

Music

Holiday Lights Vol. 3 sold out at a record pace at both the park and at Kowalski’s Markets.

Thank You Kowalski’s for your generosity and commitment to the community.