Mel's Charities

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Mission: provide “Great Times for Great Causes” supporting non-profit organizations in Ozaukee County. We have a strong emphasis in human services, special needs, and memorial scholarships.

Credibility: Since 1999 over $1,400,000 in grants have been dispersed.

Accountability: 100% of net monies raised at our events are donated back to the community. Mel’s Charities is a registered 501(c)(3) organization. Federal EIN# 35-2357385

Transparency: All business transactions are properly accounted for and available to the public.

Sustainability: We are committed to sustaining our mission for the long term.

Where we’re going

Today, Mel’s Charities “Great Times for Great Causes” resonates across the county. What began as a once-a-year pig roast, has expanded to include a calendar of events. If it’s fun and impacting lives in Ozaukee County, Mel’s is there. We have stayed true to our slogan, “What We Raise Here, Stays Here” because 100% of the net proceeds raised is going right back into the community.

In 2021, the Board of Mel’s Charities, Inc. provided grants totaling over $232,000 to Ozaukee County organizations serving special needs, human services, and memorial scholarships. What began as a $350 gift in 1999 has exceeded $1.6 million in total grants!

As Mel says, “It’s amazing what can be accomplished by having fun, not taking yourself too seriously, and a huge dose of God’s grace. And we’re just getting started!”

Today, Mel’s Charities “Great Times for Great Causes” resonates across the county. What began as a once-a-year pig roast, has expanded to include a calendar of events. If it’s fun and impacting lives in Ozaukee County, Mel’s is there. We have stayed true to our slogan, “What We Raise Here, Stays Here” because 100% of the net proceeds raised is going right back into the community.

In 2021, the Board of Mel’s Charities, Inc. provided grants totaling over $232,000 to Ozaukee County organizations serving special needs, human services, and memorial scholarships. What began as a $350 gift in 1999 has exceeded $1.6 million in total grants!

As Mel says, “It’s amazing what can be accomplished by having fun, not taking yourself too seriously, and a huge dose of God’s grace. And we’re just getting started!”