Tree & Bench Memorials and Donations

Tree/Bench Memorials and Donations

The Crystal Lake Park District offers options to purchase a personal dedication in our parks:

Trees

Shade Tree Options
Swamp White Oak, Kentucky Coffee, Winter King Hawthorn, Sugar Maple, Marmo Maple, Northern Pin Oak, Hackberry, Catalpa, Bald Cypress, Ohio Buckeye, Shade Master Locust, American Hornbeam, Paperbark Maple, State Street Maple, Gingko, American Century Linden and Hybrid Elm.

You will be contacted to discuss order details. You will receive an email notice after installation of the tree or bench. Orders placed before May 15 will be planted in the spring. Orders placed between May 15 and October 15 will be planted in the fall (weather permitting.) It is not possible to specify an exact date of planting. If the tree dies within the first year after planting, it will be replaced at no charge.  Replacements after one year are optional, and the donor is responsible for the cost.  The tree will be the property of the Crystal Lake Park District. To protect the tree from damage and disease, and to reduce littering, donors may not decorate the tree or leave personal mementos at the planting site.  Items placed on or near the tree will be removed and discarded.

Bench Donations

Park benches may also be donated. The bench size, style and location is determined by the Park District. A small plaque will be installed on the seat back of the bench at no charge. Benches can be installed year-round as weather permits. Please allow 8-10 weeks for installation.  

Recognition

You have the option to recognize your donation as a small plaque on the tree or displayed in the Tree of Life located in the lobby of the Administration Office. Your donation will be recognized with a leaf-shaped brass engraving. If you wish to be recognized in both locations, there will be an additional $25 charge.

How to Donate

If you would like to consider a tree or bench memorial download the Tree/Bench Memorial brochure. Credit card payments must be made in person at the Crystal Lake Park District Administrative Office. You will be contacted when your order is received to discuss the details. For more information contact Jess Etten, 815.459.0680 ext. 2108.

Brochure