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Written by Stacie Hazlett-Rothe, Communications & Outreach Specialist with the Women’s Fund for the Fox Valley Region In a powerful demonstration of community-driven change, The Monthlies Project has officially distributed 1 million period products across Northeast Wisconsin — a milestone made possible by the collective commitment of volunteers, schools, collaborative partners, and supporters working together […]

Thanks to a $7,500 grant from the Community Vision Fund within the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region, the Kimberly Public Library expanded its Love Notes Music Program. The grant helped bring live music, lessons, and accessible instruments to the community. Since last year, the Kimberly Public Library has hosted nearly 30 hours of […]

After nearly 28 years of dedicated service, Betty Van Den Broek is retiring from the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region. She initially joined the Community Engagement team and later became the Front Desk Coordinator, making her the first-person visitors would meet upon entering the Foundation’s doors. Kind, friendly, welcoming, and caring; those are […]

Message from Curt Detjen, President & CEO of the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region The Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region strengthens our community for current and future generations by helping people make a difference in the lives of all. We do this by connecting individual gifts to nonprofits through grants, and […]

Teaching children kindness and emotional literacy builds healthier relationships, stronger communities, and happier lives. The Kindness Project within the Community Early Learning Center (CELC) is leading this important work with the support of grants from these funds within the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region, including the Community Vision Fund.  The Kindness Project teaches […]

Written by David DeGrood, Public Health Epidemiologist with Outagamie County Public Health & Human Services In the heart of downtown Kaukauna, a splash of bold color and heartfelt expression has done more than brighten a wall – it has generated conversation around a topic on the minds of many: Mental Health. But many residents may […]

By Stacie Hazeltt-Rothe, Women’s Fund Communication and Outreach Specialist What happens when you hand a group of smart, motivated high school girls $10,000 and ask them to make a difference? You get Girl-Powered Giving—where leadership, empathy, and action meet. This spring, 15 young changemakers from Appleton North, Appleton East, Appleton eSchool, Neenah High School, and […]

The Chilton Area Community Foundation recently awarded $80,010 in grants from its Chilton Area Community Foundation Fund to 15 nonprofit organizations to improve the quality of life in the greater Chilton area.  The purpose of the Chilton Area Community Foundation Fund is to meet ongoing community needs and improve the quality of life for residents […]

In May 2024, 18 nonprofit leaders embarked on a transformative twelve-month journey through our Leadership Institute. This year-long series of modules was designed to enhance their confidence and capabilities in critical areas such as leadership, management, technical skills, and governance. Covering topics from marketing and board governance to fundraising, finance, and ethics, this dedicated group […]

The Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region was named Pillars, Inc.’s Community Partner of the Year. The award was presented at Pillars’ Report to the Community Event on Thursday, April 3, 2025, in which several Community Foundation staff and board members were on hand to accept the honor on behalf of the organization. “We […]