We need ‘Flower Power’

News from the Greater Polson Community Foundation

POLSON — We can’t envision looking down Main Street this summer and not seeing the blooming flower baskets. Flower baskets adorn cities from Whitefish to Hamilton. After the City of Polson had decided to no longer support the Flower Basket project or watering contract, the Greater Polson Community Foundation stepped in and has decided to help save the flower basket project.

We need your “Flower Power” help by providing donations for the 70 baskets that will enhance our downtown. A $200.00 sponsorship or any contribution will give you a sense of Polson Pride. The baskets signify a unique community statement. The flower basket project started in Polson in the late 1980s with a small group of citizens and in collaboration with the Chamber of Commerce. The project has bloomed in popularity and the demand for more baskets has grown. The Polson Flower baskets have been a beautification enhancement and marketing display that contributes to the increased out of area visitor capacity and expenditures. This is a wonderful way to give back to our community and enhance the beauty of our city. Visitors and locals alike love the look and feel that the flower baskets bring to our downtown. This strengthens our community pride and is good for the local economy as the baskets show we love and care for our neighborhoods. The downtown hanging baskets are a shining example of a project that is accessible to and appreciated by people of all ages, income levels, physical ability, and religions. The flowers represent a universal message of comfort and beauty and welcome all to our city.

To make your tax-deductible contribution please send your donation to: GPCF PO Box 314, Polson, MT 59860