Memorial Tree and Bench Program
SIUE is pleased to offer a tree and bench program to honor and remember friends and relatives. The program is designed to assist the University with planting trees and installing benches in locations that have been identified as appropriate.
Trees can be placed on any one of SIUE's three campuses. Donors can choose from SIUE's approved tree varieties list to have a tree planted in memory of a loved one. The University will select the location for the tree and the donor will be recognized on the SIUE Facilities Management website as a contributor to the Tree Legacy Program. The cost to purchase, install and maintain each tree is $1,500.
Benches can be placed in The Gardens at SIUE. Each bench is installed with an affixed plaque. The cost to purchase, install and maintain the teak wood bench is $3,000. The University will select the location for the bench and keep it in The Gardens for 10 years.
Your purchase of a tree and/or bench helps beautify our campus, creates a sense of ownership and provides a meaningful amenity that thousands of outdoor users can enjoy and appreciate as times go by.
Please note, the purchase of a tree or bench is not tax deductible.
For more information, contact Donna Meyer at donmeye@siue.edu or (618) 650-3917.
