Grants Making a Difference
On February 15, hundreds of people ventured out in a snowstorm to celebrate and experience the grand opening of the Appleton Public Library. The project was 17 years in the making following a 2008 space-needs study. The $40.4 million renovation, which began in 2022, added 7,000 square feet of space, including co-working areas, creation studios, […]
By Carolyn Desrosiers, Director of Community Engagement Despite it being one of the coldest days so far this winter, on January 20th, the warmth of community, hope, and voices raised in song radiated from the Lawrence Memorial Chapel in Appleton. It was the 34th annual Fox Cities Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration, and more […]
In a world where emotional well-being is increasingly recognized as a vital part of overall health, supportive, non-clinical spaces are essential. Thanks to a series of grants from the Community Vision Fund—a fund administered by the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region—Ebb & Flow Connections Cooperative has been able to bring these spaces to […]
With achievements beyond expectations, the Community Clothes Closet wrapped up its Pajama Hero project in early December with remarkable results. A total of 704 brand-new pajamas were donated, and $24,915 was raised to provide over 3,000 sets of pajamas to individuals and families in need this winter. These donations, which surpassed the initial goal of […]
In 2024, the Green Lake Area Animal Shelter (GLAAS) was awarded an $8,926 grant to purchase an anesthesia machine and surgery table to enhance its surgery room from the Howard and Avis Kolpin Fund within the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region. Founded in 1993, GLAAS is an open admission, full-service shelter, assisting any […]
The SAC Developmental Disabilities Fund within the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region annually supports community organizations dedicated to improving the lives of people with developmental disabilities through education, independence, and social opportunities. The fund awarded $22,340 in grants to 17 nonprofit organizations to support inclusive and accessible programs from camps and clubs to […]
The Marilynn W. Taylor/Wohlt Cheese Fund within the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region recently awarded grants totaling $180,500 to the Friends of New London Public Museum for its expansion to support a part-time Executive Director; Weyauwega Area Historical Society for their historical silo mural painting; Boys and Girls Club of the Fox Valley […]
Community health needs assessments are conducted to enable local health care systems and public health departments to learn about the true needs of community members. The assessments typically happen every three years and provide action-oriented plans for health organizations to focus their resources on the greatest needs in communities. A new local assessment process is […]
John and Sally Mielke have impacted countless lives through their careers and philanthropy across healthcare, education, and early childhood. While it has been almost four years since the passing of Dr. John Mielke, we do not have to look far to see his legacy at work throughout the community. His good work is in the […]
Our Shawano Area Community Foundation affiliate partner has announced $41,000 in grants to 19 nonprofit organizations to improve the quality of life in Shawano and the surrounding area, awarded through its annual competitive grant cycle. “We are excited to award $41,000 in grants to 19 local nonprofits working to enhance the quality of life in […]
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