Message from Mel


This newsletter is dedicated to John Armbruster, a friend, mentor, and one of the most respected men in our community. John was one of the founding members of our board of directors. Mel's Charities will Never Forget him.

Thank You!

Summer is in full swing! Thankful for our volunteers who help make great things happen!

Wilo Cedar Creek Bike Race


The initial feedback from the sponsors and those who attended has been overwhelmingly positive.

There was laughter, smiles, pure joy, and world-class cyclists throughout the day in historic downtown Cedarburg.

A special thanks to Co-Chairs Todd Bugnacki and Daniel Delone and our event manager Amy Sterkenburg. They did an incredible job before, during and after the event.



Strawberry Festival Crew


Our volunteers were out in full force in downtown Cedarburg at one of the largest events in the State-Strawberry Fest!

We sold out of our famous pulled pork sammy's (700+)

Thank you to the most fun-loving, dedicated group that helps make this all come together.

Thanks to Chris Eden at Midwest BBQ Outreach, who smoked 300 lbs of pulled pork!



Mel's Events

Mel's Golf Scramble - July 15, 2024


We are grateful to the 200+ individuals that have registered! There is room for only 4 more foursomes.

Join us for Great Times for Great Causes at The River Club of Mequon


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Mel's Golf Outing

Melapalooza - July 27, 2024


Join us from 9 am-10 pm at Centennial Park in Grafton. It will be a family-friendly day of fun, food, beverages, softball, and live music.

The last game of the evening will feature our local first responders!

Support Mel's Throughout Ozaukee County

Round Up for Mel's


May 1- July 31 at the iconic Wayne's Drive-in located at Five Corners in Cedarburg.

Great burgers, Cedar Crest ice cream, and malts for a great cause!


Rotary Music Festival

July 3, 2024


Come enjoy the sights and sounds of drum and bugle corps competition at its finest during the 24th annual Rotary Music Festival!

Cedarburg High School Athletic Field at 7:30pm


Sponsored by the Rotary Club of Cedarburg-Grafton to benefit student scholarships and community service.


Mel's Charities is proud to be a sponsor of this event!


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Rotary Music Festival

4th of July Parades

Find Mel's in 4th of July parades!



Family Fun Before the 4th

June 29th 10:30am - Thiensville


Holidaze

June 29th 4:00pm - Grafton


Cedarburg 4th of July Parade

July 4th 10:00am


Family Fun on the Fourth

July 4th 1:00pm - Saukville

Gathering on the Green July 12-13


For the first time, Mel's famous Midwest BBQ Outreach Pulled Pork Sammy's can be purchased and enjoyed at this fabulous annual event in Mequon!

You can check out this year's music lineup and purchase your tickets.

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Gathering on the Green

Night at the Chinooks - July 31, 2024


Get Hooked with the Chinooks and support Mel's!

To order tickets, click on link:

Mel's Charities Night Chinooks


Select "Buy Tickets"

Enter promo code MEL

Choose your tickets and check out.

Please print your tickets.

Would you like to Volunteer?

Melapalooza 2024 - July 27, 2024


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Melapalooza 2024

Concours 2024 Car Show August 18, 2024


Join us on the shores of Lake Michigan to see 150+ vintage vehicles. Food, beverages and event proceeds to Benefit Mel's Charities.


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Concours 2024 Car Show

Save the Dates!

Fun in August!


August 3, 2024 - Farmers Market at Redeemer

August 10, 2024 - Cedarburg Art Museum - Find Mel's tent for our delicious food!

August 18, 2024 - Concours 2024 Car Show

August 23-24, 2024 - Country in the Burg

August 24, 2024 - Muscle's for Mels

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