WISCONSIN HERD AND BMO TEAM UP TO RAISE MONEY TO SUPPORT CHILDREN & FAMILIES IN NEED

JERSEYS FEATURING ARTWORK FROM FIVE LOCAL STUDENTS TO BE AUCTIONED OFF WITH PROCEEDS GOING TO OSHKOSH KIDS FOUNDATION

OSHKOSH, Wis. (Dec. 4, 2024)- The Wisconsin Herd, NBA G League affiliate of the Milwaukee Bucks, will partner with BMO for a fourth season to create specialty art-themed jerseys featuring five local students' artwork. The Herd will wear the jerseys during the game on Wednesday, December 11 against the Motor City Cruise with tip-off set for 6:00 pm CST. The game-worn theme jerseys will be auctioned online to benefit the Oshkosh Kids Foundation, which works to help children and families struggling to find stable housing, resources, and a self-sufficient life.

“At BMO, we are focused on fostering a community where every child and family can thrive without the hardships of unstable housing or limited resources,” said Tina DeGustino, Regional President, Wisconsin, BMO. “Through the power of art, sports, and shared compassion, we’re driving meaningful progress and creating unforgettable moments that make a real difference.”

Over 3,300 students from over 24 schools across Wisconsin participated in this year’s contest. Participating students were asked to draw what the Wisconsin Herd meant to them, and a panel of team members and BMO staff picked five winning students' art to feature on these specialty-themed jerseys.

The winners of this competition are from Denmark Middle School, Oakwood Elementary, Saint Francis Xavier High School, Sheboygan North High School, and Wilson Middle School. Each winner will be recognized with a personalized jersey at the Wisconsin Herd game on December 11.

Fans can bid on the jerseys online at https://herdarttheme.givesmart.com and at the game on Wednesday, December 11. The auction is open now until Wednesday, December 18 at noon CST. Proceeds will benefit the Oshkosh Kids Foundation.

About BMO Financial Group

BMO Financial Group is the eighth largest bank in North America by assets, with total assets of $1.4 trillion as of July 31, 2024. Serving customers for 200 years and counting, BMO is a diverse team of highly engaged employees providing a broad range of personal and commercial banking, wealth management, global markets and investment banking products and services to 13 million customers across Canada, the United States, and in select markets globally. Driven by a single purpose, to Boldly Grow the Good in business and life, BMO is committed to driving positive change in the world, and making progress for a thriving economy, sustainable future, and inclusive society. 

About Oshkosh Kids Foundation

We provide crisis intervention to children and their families; assist with transitional and affordable housing; provide strategic aid; and connect to partner resources for education, employment, transportation, and basic needs.

-- Wisconsin Herd--