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To help prevent or reduce the likelihood of coronavirus infection among residents and staff, and to avoid hospitalization for those who may become ill, the Appleton-based homeless shelter will use a $45,000 grant to implement plans to enhance social distancing of residents from two shelters assisting people in Calumet, Outagamie and Winnebago counties (includes the […]

The Ruth and Pat Crawford Family Foundation was created by Pat and Ruth as a way for their charitable intentions and gifts to endure far beyond their natural lives. As time goes by, the people who knew Pat and Ruth Crawford will lessen, but the spirit of their generosity will continue to leave a lasting […]

The Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region helps generous and caring people like you give back to the causes and community you care about most. Establishing a charitable fund is a great way to make our community a better place. Giving is easy and effective, and finding the best fit for your charitable goals, […]

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 […]

Every nonprofit organization is guaranteed to have a few things in common.   Their nonprofit tax-exempt status.  They all have a mission that centers on the work that they do.   They all need or have budgets.   At the Nonprofit Leadership Initiative (NPLI), we’ve always integrated financial education into many of our programs, including our year-long Leadership […]

When donors, nonprofit partners and community members visit the Community Foundation, they’re greeted by a display of local art. As part of our building’s remodeling, we left an empty wall that serves as a rotating art display where local artists are invited to exhibit their work. The display elevates the importance of local art as […]

U.S. Venture’s Greg Vandenberg is part of the Community Foundation’s grant team, collaborating to fund vital programs that help the most vulnerable individuals and families in our community

By Peter Mariahazy, Community Foundation Board of Directors As a donor and volunteer of the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region, I’m proud of the organization’s impact that goes well beyond financial support. The Community Foundation adheres to the highest standards in supporting agencies that improve and strengthen the community as a whole. With […]

By Brian Leone Tracy Resource Development Director, Appleton Downtown, Inc The fun and educational children’s program Creative Kids is returning to downtown Appleton this summer for its second installment. Creative Kids was created by Creative Downtown Appleton in partnership with The Building for Kids and is tied to the popular interactive art walk, Art on […]

Things have been busy at Crossfire Ranch and we want to thank the Chilton Area Community Foundation (one of five Community Foundation affiliate partners) for supporting the youth we serve through our mentoring program! For those just learning about Crossfire, we help build resilient youth and change the trajectory of vulnerable youth through equine-assisted mentoring […]

Hello! My name is Crystal Harrison, and I am eager to join the team as the new Donor Services Manager. I work closely with the David L. and Rita E. Nelson Family Fund within the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region—our largest donor advised fund—as well as a diverse portfolio of other funds within the […]

The Trout Museum of Art in Appleton spring exhibition, Unraveled. Restructured. Revealed. Where Contemporary Art and Diverse Perspectives Intersect, is open now through May 23. Sixty-one artists explore personal narrative, social justice, pop culture, socio-political commentary, and identity politics through art. By Ashley Acker, Marketing Manager, Trout Museum of Art Trout Museum of Art and […]