The City of Charlevoix and the Charlevoix Downtown Development Authority (DDA) welcomes and appreciates the donation of furnishings and other appropriate items to enhance our public parks system.  The Adopt-A-Bench Program provides civic-minded individuals the opportunity to purchase a bench that not only provides for rest and relaxation of park visitors and pedestrians, but also allows for the recognition of someone special in a unique and lasting manner.

 In the case of furnishings donations, every effort must be made to match furnishings currently placed throughout our parks.  The criterion for furnishings styles was based on park design, function, aesthetics, and maintenance.  While a complete listing of each park’s furnishings needs has not been developed, the City of Charlevoix reserves the right to determine each park’s individual furnishings needs on a case-by-case basis.  Please also note that any requests for aparticular furnishing or placement location is subject to approval and recommendation by City of Charlevoix staff with final approval by Charlevoix City Council.

The process of adopting a bench is simple and straightforward.  Interested donors are asked to follow the steps listed below:

1. Review the City of Charlevoix Adopt-A-Bench and Public Space Gifting Policy by clicking HERE.

2. Contact the Charlevoix DDA to discuss bench or furnishing style options and park location selections.  The Charlevoix DDA may be reached by calling 231 547-3257, emailing kcarey@cityofcharlevoix.org or completing the online contact form by clicking HERE. 

3. Once furnishing and location preference is determined, the donor will be asked to submit formal plaque language and payment.  Checks may be made payable to “Charlevoix Downtown Development Authority.”

4. Upon approval of plaque language and clearance of payment, City of Charlevoix staff will order the requested furnishing(s).

5. City of Charlevoix staff will contact donor upon delivery of the furnishing(s) to discuss an installation schedule.

By encouraging participation in its Adopt-A-Bench Program, the City of Charlevoix hopes to keep its park system beautiful and flourishing for all to enjoy!