Memorial Bench and Tree Program

How the program works

You or a group are invited to purchase a tree or bench to commemorate special events, honor individuals or agencies, or memorialize loved ones. Trees and benches can be ordered at any time to be placed (as weather permits) in city parks, trails, golf courses, and playgrounds.

Submit an inquiry to purchase a tree or bench.
After submitting your application, someone from OPF or a Park Planner will reach out to confirm details.
Once that is approved, an invoice will be sent. Payment is due at the finalization of order.

Once a memorial tree or bench has been donated, we will work with you until project completion.

Unsure where to donate a bench? These parks are in great need:

Fontenelle Park (along trail)
Miller Park (along trail)
Levi Carter Park (along trail)
Spring Lake Park (2-3 around the lagoon; at right)
Hanscom Park
TaHaZouka Park
Meadow Lane Park
Roxbury Park
Brook Haven Park
Maple Village Park
13th Street trail north of Mt. Vernon Gardens
Bemis Park

More Information

Name Plaques

In the application, you’ll have the option of having the name of the individual for whom the donation is made on a plaque to be added to the tree/bench. Engraving is limited to about 65 characters.

Placement

We will do our best to honor your wishes for where you would like the bench or tree to be placed, pending park management considerations. You also may allow us to select the most appropriate place.

Memorial Tree Pricing

Each Memorial Tree costs $600. This includes the tree, installation/planting, mulch, and inscribed plaque.

These donations qualify as a charitable contribution tax deduction as the Omaha Parks Foundation is an IRS recognized 501(c)3.

Memorial Bench Pricing

Each Memorial Bench costs $2,500. This includes the bench, inscribed plaque, concrete padding, and installation.