2026 Fall Match Fundraiser
Join Us September 18 - 28, 2026
During Our Fall Match Fundraiser
Nature Changes Everything!
Help us continue to sustain our Neurodiversity Apprenticeship Program, expand, and enhance our programming so that people of all abilities can experience joy, connection, and belonging in nature at the Blue Lotus Center.
"Where barriers fade and possibilities grow."
Your Gift. Their Future. Double Your Impact.
Every gift will be matched to help make nature accessible for everyone and offer programming all year long.

Watch our campaign grow!
Raised so far: $98,956
Matching Funds: +$98,000
Total: $196,956
Nature Changes Everything Goal: $200,000
Thank you to our Challenge Grant Sponsors
Every gift you give will be DOUBLED thanks to our match sponsors who are challenging us to raise $100,000 in support of our apprentices, guests, and groups who visit the Blue Lotus Center!
Make a transformational impact with a lead gift that provides enriching outdoor experiences, therapeutic recreation, and meaningful connections in nature for thousands of guests throughout the year.
Thank you Sallie Davis
Invest in the future by funding one year of job training, supplies, mentorship, and professional development for a participant in our Neurodiversity Apprenticeship Program.
Thank you Leo & Lorraine Putchinski and Milwaukee World Festival
Provide a full week of outdoor recreation and therapeutic programming for nonprofit partner groups, helping hundreds of individuals experience the benefits of nature in an accessible and welcoming environment.
Thank you Joseph & Kathleen Menter, Sheryl Van Haren, Steve Girard and an Anonymous Friend of the Center
Fund a Blue Lotus Day, bringing children with disabilities and their families together to enjoy recreation, connection, and lasting memories in a safe, inclusive, and beautiful natural setting.
Thank you Neal & Patti Gottsacker, Laura & Dave Kohlmann, the Stackner Family Foundation, David Zucker and an Anonymous Friend of the Center
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Purpose!

Family!

Joy!

Memories!
Your gift creates lasting change
Provide a full week of outdoor recreation and therapeutic programming for nonprofit partner groups, helping hundreds of individuals experience the benefits of nature in an accessible and welcoming environment.
Fund a Blue Lotus Day, bringing children with disabilities and their families together to enjoy recreation, connection, and lasting memories in a safe, inclusive, and beautiful natural setting.
Your gift will help a young adult grow their skills and confidence through participation in our Neurodiversity Apprenticeship Program.
Provide adaptive recreation equipment so guests of all abilities can explore nature from the trails to the lake and to our gardens.
Support volunteer opportunities in which guests with disabilities care for our gardens and grounds, build confidence, friendships, and discover purpose.


Transformation!


Growth!


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