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Grants Making a Difference • In the News

The Marilynn W. Taylor/Wohlt Cheese Fund within the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region awarded $233,000 in grants in fall 2025. Benefitting the residents of New London, the Village of Fremont, and nearby townships, this endowment fund supports community needs and provides scholarships for students to attend Lawrence University, Marilynn’s alma mater.   This year’s support included awards to the following projects:   New London Community Fund – $25,000 to […]

Grants Making a Difference • Regional Affiliates

The New London Community Fund within the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region awarded seven grants totaling $10,000 during its first-ever grant cycle in fall 2025. These grants were made possible thanks to a $10,000 grant from the U.S. Venture/Schmidt Family Foundation to kick-start granting to nonprofit organizations in the New London community.   Grants awarded support the following projects:   City of New London – Three grants: $1,500 for the Parks & Recreation Department to purchase a lifeguard chair […]

General • Legacy stories

On February 5, the David L. & Rita E. Nelson Family Fund within the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region, was awarded the Wisconsin Park and Recreation (WPRA’s) “Partnership Award,” the state association’s highest award given to a community organization in recognition for their outstanding work and service in promoting and providing quality recreational […]