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Art can spark creativity, inspire conversation, and bring people together. The Community Foundation’s latest rotating art display, “Chain Reaction,” does just that. The exhibit, featuring husband-and-wife artists Irineo (Neo) and Valerie Medina, is a testament to collaboration, perspective, and artistic transformation.  Neo and Valerie’s artistic process is a creative visual exchange—Neo begins each piece with […]

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 […]

The Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region is pleased to announce that we have earned our re-accreditation from the Council on Foundations. This significant accomplishment reaffirms our adherence to the Community Foundations National Standards by representing our commitment to rigorous, sector-driven best practices that exceed federal and state law requirements and demonstrates accountability and […]

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 […]

Hello! My name is Kelley Baryenbruch, and I recently joined the Community Foundation as Senior Executive Assistant to the President and CEO. I am excited to be part of a fantastic team of people who work hard using their time and energy to make our community a better place to live.    In my new role […]

Did you know that the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region awarded $1.75 million in scholarships in 2024? Scholarships were awarded from among 238 funds created by people, businesses, and organizations to help students achieve their educational dreams. Many thanks to the generous donors who are partnering with us to make this incredible achievement […]

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 […]

Retired businessperson and city council member Tom Lederer was honored with a 2024 Community Hero Award from our Clintonville Area Foundation affiliate partner. Lederer moved to Clintonville in 1982, and the award recognizes his highly visible, longtime commitment to community service.  In his role with the city council, Lederer is an active member of several […]