A group of local volunteers are working to bring beauty, color, nature to McCook. The group came together several years ago to oversee the installation of lights along the skyline of downtown McCook's buildings. Since then, lights have been added in Norris Park with the hope of more lights along Norris Avenue and Santa Claus Lane. The group has also added planters on the corners in downtown McCook during the summer and into the holiday season. They have also set their sights on helping homeowners with small projects such as painting and yard-work. 

Funds for the group are through MCFF's Celebrate McCook subaccount, which was created for all-things McCook related to make it a better place to call home.

You can be a part of Beautify McCook, by volunteering for projects such as hanging lights or watering plants. 

And in 2024, you can join "Friends of Norris" by contributing to the Beautify McCook fund. As a "Friend of Norris," you'll become an essential partner in our mission to enhance the charm and allure of our beloved downtown district. 

The program offers a unique opportunity for you to make a meaningful impact on the beauty of vitality of downtown McCook, without having to roll up your sleeves and do the work yourself...unless you want to. Project examples that funding may go toward: 

• Downtown season planters
• Downtown Christmas lighting
• Norris Park Christmas lighting
• Future beautification projects as identified by the community

Checks may be mailed to MCFF/Beautify McCook, Box 525, McCook NE 69001

or made online by clicking on the donate button.

For more information about joining "Friends of Norris," contact Amanda at amanda@mccookne.org or 308.340.4379.