About Roots & Branches
Our mission is to grow a more beautiful community today and plant seeds of pride and stewardship to improve the natural environment of West Bend tomorrow.
We are a 501 (c)(3) non-profit, operating solely for charitable and educational purposes with contributions of material, time, and monetary support from individuals, businesses, corporations, and foundations.
What We Do
We instill pride and commitment in all ages to continue the traditions of Roots and Branches through the following programs:
Educational seminars
Milwaukee Riverkeeper Spring Cleanup with Roots and Branches of our parks and green spaces
Arbor Day Program for West Bend School District area 4th graders with West Bend High School SEED (Saving Earth Every Day) Club
Adopt-a-plot gardens around West Bend (SEE BELOW FOR INFO THAT CAN GUIDE YOU TO ALL THE BEAUTIFUL GARDENS AROUND TOWN!)
Recognition and awards to private residents and businesses for beautifying their properties
Take a stroll in downtown West Bend along Main Street! Visit the shops, grab a bite at a restaurant….and enjoy the 15 beautiful flower gardens! These gardens are directly in the ground and alongside the sidewalks. You will be amazed at the beauty!
If you haven’t driven west of 7th Avenue in West Bend along Oak Street, you’re missing out! Roots and Branches volunteers plant and maintain 3 incredible gardens on Oak Street. Be sure to stop by and visit!
Click on the photos above to see a hidden gem! Take a trek up to Barton along the Eisenbahn trail and visit our delightful Barton Garden! Maintained by a team of volunteers (always look for extra hands if you’re interested!) - this garden is packed full of gorgeous flowers. Make it a point to stop by located on Barton Ave.
Fundraisers
Roots and Branches is fiscally responsible by holding fundraisers each year so donations can go directly to programs:
Plant Sale in May
Garden Tour in July
Annual Campaign
GET INVOLVED
Contact us to learn more about the organization, the events and projects. Phone 262-335-5083 or e-mail: rootsandbranches@westbendwi.gov
2025 Board of Directors
President: Sharon Scott
Vice President: (vacant position)
Treasurer: Marian Roethke
Secretary: Donna Kogler
Director: Susan Steinhafel
Director: Karen Wysocky
Director: Leona Knobloch
Director: Kelly Breautigam
Director: Tammy Rohlinger
Director: Eve Haver
Director: Jack Freiheit
Staff Members
Director: Lisa Kitzke
Administrative Assistant: