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Watering Truck Capital Campaign

Ensuring 32,400 petunias continue to bloom across our community

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For 39 seasons, the Ludington Petunia Parade has transformed Ludington Avenue and the Marina with vibrant color and community pride. This beloved tradition depends on one essential piece of equipment: a reliable watering truck.

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A new(er) watering truck will allow the Petunia Parade to continue beautifying our streets, supporting volunteers, and bringing joy to residents and visitors for years to come. 

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Details on why the Ludington Petunia Parade is seeking a new(er) watering truck can be found here.

old petunia watering truck
Old Watering Truck, retired in 2016
Current Petunia Watering Truck
Current Watering Truck, 2004 Ford
Model of future Watering Truck
Model of a Ford 550

Campaign Goal: $75,000​

This capital campaign will fund the purchase and long‑term operation of a newer watering truck that meets the needs of the program.

  • Estimated truck cost: $60,000

  • Estimated annual maintenance: $5,000

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Truck Requirements​

The Petunia Parade is seeking a truck that meets the following needs:

  • Ford 550 (or comparable)

  • Gasoline engine with automatic transmission

  • Rear‑wheel drive with hydraulic brakes

  • 14‑foot flatbed (minimum)

  • Under 100,000 miles

  • Model year 2020 or newer

  • Licensed at 24,000 GVW

  • Convenience package (AC, radio, automatic windows)​

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How to Give

Online

Use the donation link on this page.

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By Check
Make checks payable to Ludington Petunia Parade, Memo: Truck Campaign
Mail to: PO Box 5, Ludington, MI 49431

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Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD)
Available for donors age 70½ or older. Please use the check instructions above.

The Ludington Petunia Parade is a 501(c)(3) tax‑exempt organization. Tax ID is available upon request.

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Suggested Giving Levels

  • Master Gardener – $10,000

  • Blossom – $5,000

  • Bud – $1,000

  • Sprout – $500

  • Seed – $100

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All donors, unless directed otherwise, will be featured on our website and social media sites. At the conclusion of the campaign, donors in the top three giving levels who wish to be recognized will be honored through local media, a donor recognition board on the south end of Ferry Street, and acknowledged in the July 4th Parade.

Truck Requirements

Thank you to these campaign donors

Master Gardener

$10,000+

  • The Brian & Barb Koblinski Family

Sprout

​$500+

  • Robert & Mary Anne Andrews Fund of the Community Foundation for Mason County

  • Jim & Jane Clark

  • Mike & Cindy Genter

  • Michelle King*

  • Dan & Ann Sleeman*

  • Doug Warrick

  • Rebecca Harris-Warrick, in memory of Sherry & Betsey Warrick

  • Mary Lou Ohnsman & John Walters​​

  • Cathy Webster

Blossom

$5,000+

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Seed

​$100+

  • Steven & Brenda Begnoche*

  • Brad Chapman*

  • Rachelle Gaudette

  • Sarah Genson

  • Gordy's Skate Company

  • Kimberly Hamm*

  • Dan Hinderer*

  • Dave & Therese Hoyle

  • Steve Hunt*

  • Debra Kinnaird*

  • Suzy Koths*

  • Mason County Garden Club

  • Dr. Jennifer Miller*

  • J Oakes

  • Steven Ohnsman*

  • Chuck Paukstis*

  • Anne Pettigrew

  • Jac Russell*

  • Jenna Simpler*

  • Gerald & Lisa Skar

  • Sons of the American Legion SQ 76

  • Merry Strohmer

  • Kaitlyn Szczypka*

  • Bob & Carole Vipond*

  • John and Gwen Woodward*

Bud

$1,000+

  • Suzanne Roberts Babbie, in honor of Bette and Don Roberts, from their children

  • Kathy Bromley*

  • Judith Cartier*

  • Ludington Rotary*

  • Patrick & Maria O'Hare

  • Bob Womack

* denotes donation via Ludington Rotary's EPIC Day of Service Fundraiser

The Ludington Petunia Parade, a 501(c)3, is a volunteer project dedicated to the beautification of the Ludington community, funded by businesses, industries, and interested donors. The Ludington Petunia Parade board continues the tradition started by Ellery and Sue Sabin in 1988.​         

 

The Ludington Petunia Parade Board appreciates the support of the many citizens who enjoy this community project.

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