Community support

Made possible by people.

Artists, neighbors, local businesses, and generous organizations all have a part in this story. We are grateful for the people who help turn shared ideas into places.

Colorful mural in the Star Bridge district

Support that shapes a place.

The park’s supporters include the Michigan Economic Development Corporation, Leopold Kantzler Foundation, Herbert H. and Grace A. Dow Foundation, Dow Company Foundation, Consumers Energy Foundation, Bay Area Community Foundation, Rollin M. Gerstacker Foundation, Andrew Huie Family Fund, and Bay City Rotary Club.

The project also recognizes financing support from Bay County Growth Alliance, corporate support from Go-To Transport and Anderson Eye Associates, and individual support from Dena Wirt and Ashley Anderson.

Many hands. One community.

Local partners include the City of Bay City, Marshall M. Fredericks Sculpture Museum, Studio 23, Bay Area Chamber of Commerce, Gougeon Brothers, Valley Roofing, and Opportunity Center.

Read the existing community support letters

For partnership conversations, get in touch with the project team.