Fundraising for the 2026 Star Spangled Spectacular is entering its final week, and organizers say they are closing in on their $50,000 goal. Co‑chairs Josh Newhouse and Matt Brostad report that just over $13,500 is still needed to fully fund this year’s celebration, themed “Built on Freedom, Bound by Community.”
Newhouse said several donors are still finalizing contributions and expressed optimism that the community will help push the campaign across the finish line. He noted that this year’s lineup of entertainment and activities has generated strong interest, and “every donation helps us meet our goal.”
Residents wishing to contribute may mail checks to:
Josh Newhouse, Fundraising Co‑Chair
P.O. Box 457
Storm Lake, IA 50588
Donor Categories
Through June 16–22, 2026
- 1776 Society ($1,000 and above) — Tyson Foods–Turkey Operations; King’s Pointe Waterpark Resort; Citizens Community Credit Union
- Liberty Bell Ringers ($500–$999) — Orren Knoffloch; Dan and Ronda Bacon; Edwards Storm Lake; Kiwanis Beavers; Storm Lake Garage Door – Mike and Katie Solem
- Patriots ($350–$499) — Dr. Jason and Brooke Huisenga; Maggie Martinez
- 250 Club ($250 commemorative level) — Storm Lake Hy Noon Kiwanis; Rick and Kim Martin and Family; Casey’s General Stores; Hamilton Law Firm, P.C.
- Skyrockets ($200–$349) — Michael Pierce; Matt and Ana Phillips; Mark and Christine Young
- Firecrackers ($100–$199) — Clyde and Marcia Krause; Loren Movall; James and Jolene Hultgren; Storm Lake Hy‑Vee; Jason and Erika Dierking; Kosky Country Meats; Ken Schweller; ISG, Inc.; Duane and Donna Queen; Reding’s Gravel and Excavating Co., Inc.; Butch and Nancy Sadusky; Sports Rehab & Professional Therapy; Automotive Service Center; Jared and Tyonia Eggers; Flourish Health and Boutique; Craig and Nancy Fratzke; Roy and Michelle Grant; Jim and Barb Jorgensen; Lalone Family; Leo’s Kitchens; Marlin and Sherry Lode/Randy and Pat Merrill – In Memory of Don and Lois Biggins; Michael and Claudia Pertzborn; Mike and Lori Porsch; Rich and Jene Robinson; Drew and Katie Schwint; Tom and Sue Smith; Norman and Kathy Sorenson; Iowa Lakes Electric Cooperative; Scott and Joni Wulfekuhler
- Sparklers (up to $99) — UnityPoint Family Health Center; UnityPoint Buena Vista Clinic; Scott and Kathy Schwaller; Rosene, Pickhinke, Peters & Co. P.C.; Rod and Linda Dierking; Paul and Nina Havens; Pat and Carol Lenhart; Nelson’s Premix and Vet Supply; Nancy Sliefert; Nancy Johnson; Michael and Kellie Wells; Mary Drey; Martha Murray; Mark and Anne Hoffard; Keith and Debbie Hultgren; Kari Jansen; Joan Hamilton; James and Fern Bjorklund; Guadalupe Munoz Rocha; Dr. James Eliason; Dennis and Diane Julius; Dave and Tiffany Stern; Dave and Deb Merten; Dan and Julie Sievers; Dale and Kim Carver; Craig and Sue Mesenbrink; Cory and Alicia Gatzemeyer; Candy Clough; Brad and Darla Beukelman; Bill Patton
