“Ask and it will be given to you; seek and you will find; knock and the door will be opened to you. For everyone who asks receives; the one who seeks finds; and to the one who knocks, the door will be opened.”
Matthew 7:7-8
About Growing Opportunities
Growing Opportunities (GO) is a $10 million capital campaign that allows Wisconsin Lutheran High School to purchase the adjacent 3-acre Pick ‘n Save property, develop expansion and renovation plans by updating the Master Site Plan, and support the Viking Annual Fund. The WLHS community—alumni, friends, and partners—have come together to help us successfully complete the first phase of the campaign in January 2026, marking a significant milestone in making this long-envisioned expansion a reality.
How the Land Will Be Used
This property offers the opportunity for expansion in a variety of ways. The Master Site Plan is being redeveloped to make the best use of our entire property allowing us to better meet the needs of our growing student body and generations of students well into the future.
The overall goals of the Master Site Plan for the whole campus are to:
To learn more, consider attending one of the future plans presentations at a local congregation. Click here to find upcoming presentation information. Unable to attend a presentation, but want to learn more? Contact Ryan Oertel ('93) to set up a meeting or phone call at ryan.oertel@wlhs.org.
The overall goals of the Master Site Plan for the whole campus are to:
- Enhance safety and security (e.g., visitor entrance, traffic flow, etc.);
- Address student learning and growth outcomes by improving and expanding academic, fine arts, and group learning spaces;
- Improve student life (e.g., cafeteria and kitchen);
- Expand athletic facilities (e.g., court space, weight room, locker rooms, etc.).
To learn more, consider attending one of the future plans presentations at a local congregation. Click here to find upcoming presentation information. Unable to attend a presentation, but want to learn more? Contact Ryan Oertel ('93) to set up a meeting or phone call at ryan.oertel@wlhs.org.
How My Donation Will Be Used
Your donation will help in two vital ways:
If you are interested in making a pledge towards the campaign, please use the form provided here, or contact our Mission Advancement office at 414-453-4567.
- Help pay for future construction and renovation costs;
- Support the annual needs of the 900+ students that currently call Wisconsin Lutheran home.
If you are interested in making a pledge towards the campaign, please use the form provided here, or contact our Mission Advancement office at 414-453-4567.
How the WLHS Foundation is Involved
The WLHS Foundation is an important financial partner in this project’s success, as it is committed to ensuring the ministry is sustained and thrives well into the future. Click here to learn more about how to join this special community of givers making a difference in the lives of WLHS students.
Next Steps in the Process
- Gathering Feedback - Initial concepts are being presented to conference congregations for input and feedback. If you have questions or would like to provide feedback, please click here.
- Concept Development - Working with partners for space and size verifications, cost estimates, and phasing concepts
- Project Planning - Refine the phasing concepts and cost options based on project priorities
- Final Recommendation – Identify phases and cost estimates for the final master facility plan
For any questions regarding this project, please contact the WLHS Mission Advancement office at 414-453-4567.
