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Commemorative Gifts Program
Commemorative Tree: $5,000 (University Park Campus)

  • The cost includes the price of the tree, plaque (5"X10", placed at the base of the tree), shipping,
    labor and materials to plant, stake, mulch, water, and on-going maintenance, etc.
  • Tree cost may vary slightly depending on the species selected.
  • Small ornamental or flowering trees in the 6' to 8' height range are also an option.
  • Larger trees, multiple trees, or supplemental planting will be considered at additional cost to the donor.

    Commemorative Bench: $10,000 (University Park Campus)

  • The cost includes the bench, plaque (2"x10", placed on the bench), labor and meterials, etc.

    Commemorative trees and benches will be maintained for the useful life of the tree.
    If a commemorative tree or bench becomes unsightly due to disease, vandalism, or
    acts of God (OPP reserves the right for aesthetic judgements) or if a tree or bench
    needs to be removed or relocated due to unforeseen construction within 10 years of
    its installation, it will be replaced at no additional cost to the donor.
    After 10 years, the tree or bench will not be replaced.

    Site Selection

  • Commemorative trees and benches shall be located on the University Park Campus except for the Arboretum.
    Please contact the Arboretum if a tree or bench is desired in this location.
    http://arboretum.psu.edu - (814)-865-9118
  • At this time, commemorative trees and benches are not permitted at athletic facilities.
  • If the donor(s) do not have a particular location in mind, the Penn State Landscape Architect
    will suggest a few general areas of the campus and the varieties of trees that are appropriate.
    We will work closely with the donor(s) to select the most appropriate area on campus.
  • Once the area is identified, a detailed map will be provided showing the primary location and
    possibly an alternative location.
  • The final location and tree species, which must be provided by Penn State Landscape Architect,
    will depend upon utility location checks.

    Plaque

    A bronze plaque to acknowledge the gift and the person honored will be placed at the site.
    A mock-up of the exact working will be sent to the donor(s) for approval. The plaque will read:

    • Common and Bontanical tree names ( for trees only)

    • One line beginning with "In memory of (name)", or "To commemorative (name)", or "In celebration of (name)"

    • One line beginning with "Donated by (name)"

    Timing
    • Trees are installed in the spring and fall each year.

      • Spring installation donation deadline: March 1

      • Fall installation donation deadline: September 1

    • Benches will be installed once materials and labor can be coordinated.
    Contact
    • Laura Carson

    • Office of Donor Relations & Special Events

    • Email: lmc5050@psu.edu

    • Phone: 855-249-0222