Month: April 2024

When I was in middle school, my mother was diagnosed with breast cancer. I can still recall the mornings she would come into my bedroom to play with my hair as she lost hers. I remember the fear and uncertainty, but most of all, I remember the strength in her eyes — how brave she […]

Many young people lack basic financial literacy skills, such as budgeting, saving, investing, and the importance of making informed financial decisions. Junior Achievement of Wisconsin teaches these life skills and so much more: The 100-year-old organization prepares students for the workforce by teaching them essential employability skills, such as teamwork, communication, problem-solving, and critical thinking, […]

April marks Sexual Assault Awareness Month (SAAM), a time when Reach Counseling and its partners focus on raising awareness about sexual assault. This year’s theme, “Building Connected Communities,” spearheaded by the National Sexual Violence Resource Center, emphasizes the powerful role of community cohesion in combating sexual violence. Reach Counseling has been a key provider of […]

A $150,000 grant from the David L. and Rita E. Nelson Family Fund within the Community Foundation will help build improved portages along the Fox River locks system. The locks open May 17. Since reopening the locks in 2015, non-motorized boaters have been portaging around the lock and dam system through temporary or makeshift portages […]

In the Fox Valley, acceptance happens every day. April is Autism Acceptance Month — 30 days dedicated to embracing the diverse and unique experiences across the autism community. But true inclusion is a year-round effort. The Autism Society of Greater Wisconsin works throughout the calendar year to ensure that autistic individuals and their families feel […]

We hope you can join the Women’s Fund for the Fox Valley Region for an inspiring and impactful panel discussion aimed at tackling one of the most pressing issues in our community — access to affordable, high-quality childcare. Families across the area are facing challenges in finding reliable childcare options, but there’s hope on the […]

A display of local art greets donors, nonprofit partners and community members when they enter the Community Foundation! A wall serves as a rotating art display where local artists are invited to exhibit their work, its prominence elevating the importance of local art in the community. Featured artists rotate every few months. Painter Cristian Andersson’s […]

Did you know that drug and alcohol-related deaths in Wisconsin have tripled over the last 15 years? In this episode, we are talking about addiction and recovery. How big of a problem is addiction in our area, what’s being done already, and what are some of the barriers to finding the help people need?  We […]

Your legacy matters. It reflects your values and tells your story for generations to come. How can you ensure your impact lasts beyond your lifetime? Include charity in your estate plans and support the causes, organizations or our community for the long term. Crafting a plan can be rewarding and fulfilling. The Community Foundation can […]