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Disaster relief efforts are underway to help those affected by the catastrophic flash flooding on July 4 in Texas Hill Country that has killed more than 130 people, with many people still missing.   Community foundations in Texas are rallying to support the ongoing rescue and recovery efforts of these devastating flash floods. If you would […]

The Community Vision Fund, a fund within the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region, provided a grant to support Lawrence University’s Summer Music programs – the Lawrence Chamber Music Festival and Lawrence Summer Music Institute – which bring talented high school and college-age music education and free performances to the Fox Cities each summer. […]

Written by Stacie Hazlett-Rothe, Communications & Outreach Specialist with the Women’s Fund for the Fox Valley Region For 30 years, the Women’s Fund for the Fox Valley Region has been driving real change for women, girls, and for the future of our community. From funding programs that increase access to education and healthcare to breaking […]

More than 3,000 residents of the Fox Valley area braved the hot and humid weather on Saturday, June 21, 2025, for the 5th annual Fox Valley Pride Event. Sponsored by the Community Vision Fund, a fund within the Community Foundation, this year’s event saw an increase in both vendors and attendance and introduced its first-ever […]

Lindsay joins the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region as our new Vice President of Community Engagement. She has more than 20 years of valuable experience in both nonprofit and corporate sectors, implementing transformative initiatives, increasing organizational efficiency and effectiveness, and empowering growth and development.   Prior to joining the Community Foundation, Lindsay has […]

Did you know that business owners are philanthropically the most generous people in the United States? According to Fidelity Charitable, the median annual donation for an entrepreneur is 50 percent higher than those who are not entrepreneurs. They bring philanthropy home.  This is just one of the many topics Phil Cubeta discussed during his Bringing […]

Last month I shared a message of support for our nonprofit partners. Your community foundation and our region are supported by a strong and knowledgeable team that is always paying close attention to evolving community needs. In the coming months, you will hear more from this team as part of our commitment to keep you […]

On Friday night, June 20, 2025, families, including parents, children, grandparents, and other relatives, gathered for an enjoyable evening at B.A.B.E.S., Inc.’s “Takin’ It Outside” event. Hosted at Appleton Memorial Park, this free, family-friendly gathering was sponsored by the Community Vision Fund, a fund within the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region. “The Community […]

From growing up on a dairy farm to her first career as a TV reporter to spending the last 26 years at the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region, Tammy Geenen has a heart for serving others. On July 30, Tammy, our Vice President of Community Engagement, will be transitioning to a new chapter […]

Written by Andrea Peterson, Program & Communications Manager for the Nonprofit Leadership Initiative In today’s complex nonprofit landscape, exceptional financial leadership is no longer a luxury – it’s a necessity. Whether you’re an Executive Director, Program Manager, or Board Treasurer, mastering financial strategy is crucial for ensuring mission success and organizational sustainability. That’s why the […]