Make a Lasting Impact

$270,000 raised towards community giving goal of $1,000,000

Hills Bank presenting check to City of North Liberty

Thank you for your thoughtful consideration to support Building North Liberty’s Next Stage campaign! Donor levels are outlined below. To visit with our team to select the best philanthropic opportunity for you, your estate or business, contact Jillian Miller at (319) 626-5757 or [email protected].

The park will be completed in four phases. The total project cost is an estimated $16 million. Our goal for community support is $1 million.

While donor recognition at Centennial Park begins at $500, gifts of all amounts are appreciated and can be made through the Community Foundation of Johnson County.

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Name a Feature

Gifts associated with a particular feature or furnishing within the park, recognized at the location of the adopted feature.

Seat Block

$5,000
Quantity: 20

Reach Out

Name a limestone seat block within the park. Recognized with a plaque.

Bike Parking

$5,000
Quantity: 2

Reach Out

Name a bike parking structure near the future pavilion or splash pad. Recognized with a plaque.

Seat Wall

$15,000
Sponsored by:
Anonymous

Name the concrete seat wall bordering landscaping on the side of the stage. Recognized with a plaque.

Picnic Table

$15,000
Quantity: 5

Reach Out

Name a permanent picnic table and umbrella within the plaza. Recognized with a plaque.

Parklet

$20,000
Sponsored by:
Steve and Kandy Smith

Name the landscaped nook along Saint Andrews Drive. Parklet includes a modern metal bench and bike repair station. Recognized with a plaque.

Green Room

$20,000
Quantity: 2

Reach Out

Name one of two green rooms inside the event center. These rooms will be spaces for stage performers and bridal parties to relax and get ready. Recognized next to the green room door.

Assisted Listening

$30,000
Quantity: 1

Reach Out

Sponsor the installation of a hearing assisted listening system at Centennial Center. Recognized on receivers and entry plaque.

Lobby

$75,000
Quantity: 1

Reach Out

Name the foyer of the Centennial Center. Recognized with signage inside the lobby.

Partner Levels

Gifts with recognition reflective of gift level. Exact displays to be determined.

Supporters

$500 and under
Give Now

While not recognized in the park, donations of any amount are appreciated.

Stage Hand

$500 to $4,999
Give Now

Name listed with fellow Stage Hand-level donors at the park.

Opener

$5,000 to $14,999
Give Now

Name included on an artistic donor wall reflective of gift level.

Headliner

$15,000 to $24,999
Reach Out

Name included on an artistic donor wall reflective of gift level.

Center Stage

$25,000 to $49,999
Reach Out

Name included on an artistic donor wall reflective of gift level.

Spotlight

$50,000 to $99,999
Reach Out

Name included on an artistic donor wall reflective of gift level.

Ovation

$100,000+
Reach Out

Name synonymous with an area of the park (The Plaza, The Lawn, Rock Park, Play Yard) and included on an artistic donor wall reflective of gift level. Details in the Ovation section below.

Encore

$500,000+
Reach Out

Name synonymous with an area of the park (Pavilion, Event Center, Stage) and included on an artistic donor wall reflective of gift level. Details in the Encore section below.

Ovation Partner

Gifts to name areas throughout Centennial Park. These philanthropic gifts will be named in perpetuity with the donor acknowledged in the adopted area with a creative plaque, archway or signage. Ovation partners’ name or business logo also included on donor wall.

The Plaza

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The paved path, decorative concrete, seating areas, landscaping and greenspace between the event center, rock park and pavilion for residents and visitors to gather, unwind or host events.

The Lawn

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The focused lawn in front of the stage that will house audiences of 500 to 5,000 for free and ticketed music, comedy, dance, theater and acrobatic shows and outdoor movies.

Rock Park

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One of the exciting features the City has already incorporated in the park. Since their installation in 2018, 10 large boulders have provided children unique entertainment.

Play Yard

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A premier splash pad, small shelter and three playgrounds in the northeast corner of the park — with inclusive play features to offer fun for children of all mobilities. Construction anticipated during Phase Two (2026).

Encore Partner

Gifts to name areas throughout Centennial Park. These philanthropic gifts will be recognized by name in all City references and marketing of the park in perpetuity unless otherwise noted. Encore partners’ name or business logo also included on donor wall.

Pavilion

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A versatile, open-air pavilion with space to host farmers’ markets, craft fairs, beverage gardens, luncheons, graduation parties, guest speakers, celebrations and a seasonal ice rink. The pavilion will also provide additional programming space for events that extend beyond the event center and stage. Construction anticipated during Phase Three (2027).

Event Center

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A multipurpose space is critical for our growing community. Designed to accommodate a 300-person seated or 499-person standing room event. Public events will include craft fairs, author visits, nonprofit programs, community breakfasts and small concerts. Private rentals will include weddings, business functions and reunions.

Stage

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A unique outdoor performance venue for North Liberty, Johnson County and Eastern Iowa. A wide range of free and ticketed entertainment will be showcased seasonally including performances by touring artists, comedians, symphony orchestras, theater companies, acrobatic groups, local dance studios and school choir and band ensembles.

Center & Stage

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Naming rights for the Event Center and Stage are available separately in term agreements, or together to secure naming rights for the heart of the park in perpetuity.

Thank you to our donors

Encore

$500,000 +

Ovation

$100,000 to $499,000

Shive-Hattery

Spotlight

$50,000 to $99,999

Hills Bank

Center Stage

$25,000 to $49,999

MidWestOne Bank

Headliner

$15,000 to $24,999

Johnson County Board of Supervisors

Opener

$5,000 to $14,999

Think North Liberty

Stage Hand

$500 to $4,999

Heyn’s Ice Cream
Daniel and Samantha Brown
Paul M.T. Park
Jason, Michelle, Owen and Luka Kofoed
Steve and Carol Gallagher
Andy, Diane, Lindsey and Sydney Roethler
Pat and Steve Smith
William and Diane Green
Nick and Laura Bergus
Melanie and Josh Harrison
Shelly Simpson
Ervin and Cynthia Root

Stage Hand

$500 to $4,999

Cate Koeppen
Dennis, Emily, Evan and Colin LaMantia
Richard and Cathy Grugin
Mark and Donna Hallett
Coffee Fossils
Jennifer Garner
Ross Family
Bila Family
Ashley Bermel & Friends
Russell Husted and Ruth Hurlburt
Mark Cunning and Lynn Whiteman
Brian and Sheila Wayson

Stage Hand

$500 to $4,999

Mark and Janet Jorgensen
Ada Woo and William Ching
Bill Montgomery
Liz and Alan Bergeron
Cady and Peter Gerlach
Shelly and Michael Maharry
Diana Choi
Terry Roets
Patrick McGarvey
Jillian and Rob Miller
Anonymous (3)

Park Feature Donors