Framing The Future
Schedule
Wed, 20 May, 2026 at 04:00 pm
UTC-05:00Location
1010 Huron Street | Manitowoc, WI
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The public is invited to participate in the renovation kickoff celebration planned for Wednesday, May 20, 2026, 4:00 pm at the McKinley Building located at 1010 Huron Street, Manitowoc. Participants will have the historic opportunity to knock the bricks out of a blocked-up window to officially kick-off the project and commence the transformation, in addition to viewing renderings of the project and meeting Board Members. Enter through the gym on 10th streetFraming the Future: A New Vision for McKinley is phase one of the rehabilitation project and will cost $1.5 million. Thanks to the generosity of the West Foundation, and Jim and Barbee Lester, $1 million has already been raised. The full vision for this project is expected to require $12 million.
“This is not just a renovation,” stated Pastor Matt Sauer, Founder and Executive Director of the Manitowoc Warming Shelter. “It is a resurrection of purpose, a reclaiming of space, and a commitment to ensuring that this historic place once again serves the people of Manitowoc, especially those who need it most.”
“This project represents more than restoring an historic building; it represents restoring opportunity,” reflected Alex Hunt, Executive Director of The Haven and Board Member. “Turning McKinley into affordable housing shows what is possible when a community values both its past and the people who need a stable place to call home.”
“This building, McKinley School, represents decades of service in the ministry of education to the Manitowoc community,” remarked Sister Leonette, Sister of Franciscan Charity and Board Member. “It will continue to provide a very vital ministry, offering what is the birthright of each individual person, that is, to live with dignity, supported by a caring community.”
“This is such a rewarding project…We preserve a historical building, beautify the neighborhood and enhance the lives of individuals in our community,” shared Thomas Veeser, Chief Nursing Officer, Froedtert Holy Family Memorial.
ABOUT THE NEIGHBORHOOD MANITOWOC COUNTY: The Neighborhood of Manitowoc County, Inc. is an approved 501(c)3 and registered with the state of Wisconsin as a non-profit corporation.
CONTACT: Pastor Matt Sauer | (920) 682-4688 or [email protected]
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Where is it happening?
1010 Huron Street, 1010 Huron St, Manitowoc, WI 54220-3314, United StatesEvent Location & Nearby Stays:
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