ST. LOUIS—October 31, 2011—Clayton-based Moneta Group, a provider of long-term financial advice to successful families, has made a $75,000 to the Clayton Century Foundation to fund the Shaw Park Nature Garden.
The Shaw Park Nature Garden is a component of the new Recreational Trail being developed around the perimeter of the 45-acre park. Shaw Park is the City’s oldest and largest park, dedicated in 1937 and named for Charles A. Shaw, who served as Clayton’s sixth mayor.
“We are happy to take a leadership role as an active member of the Clayton corporate community,” states Gene Diederich, CEO of Moneta Group. “We have been located in Clayton for more than 50 years, and the Nature Garden will be an amenity for all of our employees to enjoy, as well as the community at large and the St. Louis region.”
The Shaw Park Nature Garden will be located at the corner of Forsyth and Brentwood Boulevards and be designed as a passive-use area, one that features sculptures and indigenous plantings. It will be a place for peaceful respite and will complement activities on the Trail and in the Park.
“This gift to the Clayton Century Foundation enhances the community experience and helps the City to achieve its goals,” says Gary Feder, president. “We look forward to bringing this projects to the public in time for the City’s centennial celebration in 2013.”
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About Moneta Group
Headquartered in Clayton, Missouri, Moneta Group provides “Family CFO” services to a select group of successful families. Founded in 1869, the firm’s primary role is serving as their clients’ advocate ‐ while helping them negotiate the many complexities encountered in managing their complex financial affairs. Advice is provided across a broad range of topics including investment management, retirement planning, estate planning, risk management, business succession planning, income tax planning, employee compensation planning and education funding. As the Family CFO, Moneta allows its clients the opportunity to continue doing what they do best: building wealth, pursuing hopes, and living the life of their dreams. For more information on Moneta Group, visit www.monetagroup.com.
About Clayton Century Foundation. A 501(c)3 organization, the CCF serves as a private partner to the City of Clayton to support the restoration and enhancement of our community’s cultural, recreational and environmental assets. CCF focuses on four priority initiatives: nurturing our parks, honoring our past, promoting public art and supporting sustainability. Projects undertaken are consistent with the City’s master plan, and contribute to a meaningful and enduring quality of life for residents, workers and visitors. www.claytoncenturyfoundation.org