The Loop

Dental care is critical to a person’s overall health, especially in children. But the pandemic and financial constraints have been barriers to families trying to access proper care, causing decreases in visits. Organizations like volunteer-driven Tri-County Dental help fill the gaps and meet thousands of students where they’re at, offering preventive care to avoid emergencies […]

When I moved to the Fox Valley in the early 1980s, one of the first things I encountered was a lack of childcare for infants and toddlers. Most of the programs in the area at that time were for children preschool age and up. With an infant son at home, I decided to do something […]

Written by Gathering Waters: Wisconsin’s Alliance for Land Trusts. Earth Day is April 22, 2023. Last month, the Wisconsin Policy Forum released an in-depth report on the importance of natural resources in Wisconsin and the state of conservation funding. Dive in and read the full report. Here are some key takeaways: Outdoor recreation is a […]

Everyone knows the U.S. Constitution guarantees the right to legal representation if someone is accused of a crime, but fewer consider legal protections for victims of crime. Crime victims, especially those from historically underinvested communities such as immigrants, women, people of color and those in the LGBTQIA+ communities, often face formidable barriers to seeking justice. […]

What is it like to learn your child has autism? And how do you find resources to give your child the best opportunities for learning and for experiencing all the joys and challenges life has in store? Listen and subscribe to our podcast, Voices from the Valley: A Podcast of the Community Foundation for the […]

The Sole Burner is back for its’ 41st year! Gary Akgulian, the event’s committee race director, said there are multiple reasons to join the American Cancer Society Sole Burner 5K this year. “It’s been going on for 41 years now and is a staple spring event in the Fox Cities that makes a difference, raising […]

In the Fox Valley, acceptance happens every day. April is Autism Acceptance Month — 30 days dedicated to embracing the diverse and unique experiences across the autism community. But true inclusion is a year-round effort. The Autism Society of Greater Wisconsin works throughout the calendar year to ensure that autistic individuals and their families feel […]

“Managing Strategy with Focus and Agility.” That was the theme of the day when the Nonprofit Leadership Initiative (NPLI) Steering Council met for a strategic planning retreat on March 7. Pictured above: Steering Council Retreat – front row – Becky Boulanger, Jeff Hunter, Tammy Geenen. Back row – Rich Thompson, Jeff Hahn, David Weiss, Andrew […]

Hello! My name is Julie Pahnke and I am Appleton Education Foundation’s new Grants and Scholarships Manager. This is a newly created role where I’ll manage and further develop the Appleton Education Foundation’s growing grant and scholarship programs. It is a pleasure to be working with the wonderful, talented and dedicated team members that make […]

Appleton grew from trade and industry, thrived in tandem with the rise of Lawrence University, and has been transformed by music and activism. Coming soon: The newest installment in PBS Wisconsin’s history series, Wisconsin Hometown Stories: Appleton tells the story of a city built by the power of the Fox River and reinvented by generations […]