Commemorative Programs

Memorial Tree & Bench Program

 

Celebrate a Special Occasion or Honor an Extraordinary Person

Sponsored by the Northglenn Community Foundation, the Memorial Tree and Bench Program allows groups and individuals to donate trees and benches to commemorate special events or as memorials to loved ones. Examples include graduations, anniversaries or wedding presents. Planting a tree for family members or friends provides a meaningful and enduring memorial that can be enjoyed for generations.

Memorial BenchBench Program

BENCH APPLICATION

Place and Adopt a New Bench:

2024 Cost: $2,600*
*Cost will be evaluated and updated annually to ensure the donation covers the cost of the bench, installation, and maintenance.

Includes:
• 6′ Cast Aluminum Bench, Steel Seat, Silver Powder-Coated
• Choice of Park or Trail Section
o Specific location determined based on need and availability
• Poured Concrete Pad for installation
• 2”x10” Commemorative plate inset into the back of the bench
• Portion of Bench Maintenance and Care Costs
o One bench replacement if irreparably damaged within 10 years of original donation
o Plate replacement if damaged at any point

Commemorative Plate Information:
• Limited to no more than 3 lines
• Each line limited to 40 letters/characters
• No icons or images
• Text must be approved by City Staff
Process and Timeline:
• Fill out an application online
• City staff will reach out to set a meeting to discuss availability of bench location and approve commemorative plate text
• Pay for the bench online or with a check
• City staff will order the bench
o 10 to 12-week lead time for the bench and plate to be delivered
• Staff will install the bench at the chosen site as allowed by schedules and optimal weather conditions.
BENCH APPLICATION

 

Adopt an Existing Bench

Cost: $650
Includes:
• Choice of any unclaimed bench that does not have a memorial plate.
• Commemorative plate attached to the back of the bench
• Bench Maintenance and Care
o One bench replacement if irreparably damaged within 10 years of original donation
o Plate replacement if damaged at any point
Commemorative Plate Information:
• Limited to no more than 3 lines
• Each line limited to 40 letters/characters
• Text must be approved by City Staff
Process and Timeline:
• Fill out an application online
• City staff will reach out to set a meeting to discuss availability of bench location and approve commemorative plate text
• Pay for the bench online or with a check
• City Staff and donor will work with our vendor to design and order the plaque
o 2-3 week estimated lead time
• Staff will install the bench plaque on the chosen bench as allowed by schedules and optimal weather conditions.

Tree Program

Cost: $350
Includes:
• Cost of the Tree
• Engraved Brass Plate, Mounted at City Hall
• Planting and care of the tree
o Re-plant guarantee in case of poor growth, vandalism, or other damages
• Choice of Park or Trail Section
o Specific location determined based on need and availability

Commemorative Plate Information:
• Limited to no more than 3 lines
• Each line limited to 40 letters/characters
• No icons or images
• Text must be approved by City Staff

Process and Timeline:
• Fill out an application online
• Set up a meeting with city staff to discuss availability of tree location and approve commemorative plate text
• Pay for the tree online or with a check
• Commemorative plate will be ordered by city staff and approved by you
o Plate will be hung upon receipt of final product
• Tree will be purchased and planted when staff schedules align with optimal weather conditions, within our planting windows:
o Late Spring – April thru mid-June

TREE APPLICATION

Questions

Contact:
Jenna Gragg
jgragg@northglenn.org

Payment

Make tax-deductible checks payable to:
Northglenn Community Foundation

Mail or bring check to:
Jenna Gragg
Northglenn City Hall
11701 Community Center Drive,
Northglenn, CO 80233