The Milwaukee rugby community has once again shown what’s possible when we work together.
This fall, the club wrapped up the first stage of its facility campaign, a focused fundraising drive designed to accelerate progress toward the long-planned Milwaukee rugby complex. Thanks to extraordinary generosity—from both our supporters and our business partners — the campaign raised a total of $55,433.
Corporate Sponsors Step Up With $25,000 in Matching Funds
Three long-standing supporters of Milwaukee rugby — Spectrum Wealth, Harlequins Enterprises, and Four Leaf Contracting — committed up to $25,000 in matching funds for this phase of the project. Their leadership provided the momentum needed to activate the entire rugby community and doubled the impact of every dollar donated.
The Rugby Community Contributed $30,433
Individual donors once again proved that this club is truly member-built. A total of $30,433 was contributed by current players, alumni, parents, coaches, and friends of the club.
Among these donations were 24 contributions of $1,000 or more, granting each of these supporters “Founder” status in the development of the future complex. These Founders will be recognized permanently as part of the facility build—an enduring reminder that our progress is possible because of the people who believe in this project.
Founders Class of 2025: The Ash Family, Richard Carpenter, Pat & Myra Covault, Joe Cunningham, Matt & Lydia Doyle, Vic Drover, Tom Fossell, Al Gillette & Kathy Zimmerman, Joe Grams, Jeff Hoffman, Robert Jacobs, Chase Johnson, John Kieffer, Kurt Kinderfather, Robert Lemke, Dre Martin, The Moder Family, Joe O’Brien, Joe Ohm, Nate Olsen, Joseph Osvatic, Marc Petersen, RUDY, Charlie Wagner, Ryan Walczak, Drew Webster, Aaron Young.
A Strong Start—And a Bigger Goal Ahead
With over $55K raised in the matching campaign, the club is now launching the next phase of its long-term facility effort: a new $250,000 fundraising goal. This expanded phase supports land preparation, equipment, and the critical first stages of construction for the future Milwaukee rugby complex.
And importantly — Founder spots remain open. Supporters who donate $1,000 or more during this next phase will join the original group of 24 in being permanently recognized as Founders of the facility project.
Together Toward a Home of Our Own
Milwaukee rugby has always been powered by its community. This campaign proves once again that when our alumni, families, and supporters come together, we can build something lasting—something that will benefit generations of players.
Thank you to every donor, every sponsor, and every advocate for helping us take the next step toward a home worthy of the sport and the people who play it.
