The Ozaukee Nonprofit Center has finalized the results from the 2025 Illuminate Ozaukee season, and the numbers reflect another year of strong community engagement and support for local nonprofits. The drive-through holiday light experience welcomed more than7,150 visitors over 12 show nights and engaged over2,000 donors. The event was made possible through the support of 33 local sponsors, 46 participating businesses, 19nonprofit partners, and more than 115 volunteers. Proceeds from the 2025 season were distributed to 16 local nonprofit organizations, helping strengthen programs that support mental health services, youth and family programs, basic needs, and other critical community resources across Ozaukee County. With this year’s distribution, Illuminate Ozaukee has now provided more than $61,000 back to local nonprofits since the event launched in 2020.“Each year, Illuminate Ozaukee demonstrates the power of community,” said Carissa Barnes, CEO of the Ozaukee Nonprofit Center. “The support we see from visitors, donors, sponsors, volunteers, and partners directly strengthens the organizations working every day to serve Ozaukee County. The impact extends far beyond the holiday season. ”The 2025 event transformed Zeunert Park with more than 100 kilowatts of holiday lighting and provided increased visibility and engagement opportunities for participating nonprofits. Photos from the season, including community impact graphics and check presentations to nonprofit partners, are included with this release. For more information about Illuminate Ozaukee or the Ozaukee Nonprofit Center, visit https://illuminateozaukee.org
