Author: Kaelyn Ahola

(WFRV)- It takes a lot of work behind the scenes to help donors make the best charitable choices when giving. In this segment, Michelle Weber, Chief Financial Officer of the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region, discusses her work with the foundation and explains what happens behind the scenes when donors make gifts or […]

 Hello! My name is Mya Berzsenyi, and I recently joined the Community Foundation as the Community Engagement Coordinator. I provide administrative support to our Community Engagement and Nonprofit Leadership Initiative teams. With my passion for supporting nonprofits and local organizations, I am excited to be part of the Community Foundation’s team! While I grew up […]

The Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region recently hosted its annual Himebaugh Legacy Circle appreciation at The Hillside at Plamann Park in Appleton. This giving circle was created in 2007 and now has more than 340 members who carry on their legacy of giving by planning a future gift to the Community Foundation. During the event, Curt Detjen, President & CEO of […]

The Brillion Area Family of Funds* awarded $38,279.55 in grants this spring from its Brillion Area Family of Funds Endowment Fund within the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region to improve the quality of life in the greater Brillion area. 2026 spring grant recipients include: Brillion Athletic Association: $5,000 to the Peters Park Baseball Diamond Infield […]

The Chilton Area Community Foundation* awarded $61,630 in grants this spring from its Chilton Area Community Foundation Fund within the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region to improve the quality of life in the greater Chilton area. This year, the Chilton Area Community Foundation is celebrating their 25th anniversary and over $875,000 awarded in grants from their […]

Earlier this year, the Brillion Area Family of Funds reached a milestone of raising $1 million to establish a permanent endowment fund for the Brillion community. During a celebratory luncheon held at the end of May, Tammy Koehler, Advisory Board Chair for the Brillion Area Family of Funds, shared her gratitude to all those who […]

For 25 years, Curt Detjen, President & CEO of the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region has led with a deep commitment to strengthen the place many of us call home. Under his leadership, the Community Foundation has grown into a nearly $700 million community resource that connects donors, nonprofits, and community partners with […]

On Friday, June 12, Friends of High Cliff State Park gathered with donors and community partners for the dedication of the Lime Kiln Trail Waterfall Area and Stairs. This celebration marks the completion of the Waterfall Area improvements and replacement of the Mid and Upper Trail Stairs as part of the Lime Kiln Trail restoration project at High Cliff […]

Written by Stacie Hazlett-Rothe, Communications & Outreach Specialist with the Women’s Fund for the Fox Valley Region The Women’s Fund for the Fox Valley Region is proud to announce that more than $72,500 in grant funding has been awarded this year to local nonprofit organizations working to improve the health, safety, and economic security of women and […]

(WFRV)- How do you truly determine the needs in a community? You look to trusted leaders like the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region. In this segment, Megan Schuessler, vice president of donor services and gift planning, discusses how the community foundation identifies local needs. She breaks down the results of a recent survey […]

Hello! My name is Katie Juedes, and I am very excited to introduce myself as the Administrative Support Coordinator for the Appleton Education Foundation (AEF). My role is to provide excellent administrative support to the AEF team. I am very eager to be a part of AEF’s mission to strengthen and enhance education in our […]

Access to quality health care and supportive services is essential for a thriving community. Across the Fox Valley Region, nonprofits work to improve physical, mental, and behavioral health. Learn what the Community Foundation of the Fox Valley Region is doing to support our community’s health on WHBY Focus Fox Valley with Hayley Tenpas. Listen to […]