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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 […]

From cultural events and a watershed clean-up to helping nonprofits build capacity to tackling systemic issues like the housing shortage, the Community Vision Fund within the Community Foundation awarded 71 grants totaling $840,800 during 2024.   About the Fund   The Community Vision Fund seeks to fulfill community needs and advance well-being for people living in the […]

This year marks the 30th anniversary of Fox Cities Greenways, Inc. Since 1995, the organization has worked to preserve environmental corridors, expand recreational access, and champion green spaces in the Fox Valley Region. With support from funds within the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region, Fox Cities Greenways has been involved in some of […]

Looking back on 2024, the Nonprofit Leadership Initiative (NPLI) celebrates a year of growth and transformation. We welcomed new leadership, with Hope Schaefer stepping in as Executive Director and Andrea Peterson joining as Program and Communications Manager, while also recognizing Amanda Barth’s well-earned promotion to Administrative and Program Specialist. Together, the team made a meaningful […]

In the fall of 2024, NEWVoices presented “Immigration Stories—Rise to New Opportunities,” a powerful choral concert that explored the immigrant experience through music. Held at the Lawrence Memorial Chapel, the concert, drawing nearly 600 attendees, was made possible with support from the Community Vision Fund within the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region.   “The […]

With the wisdom to save every penny and a passion for giving back to the community, a grandmother’s nickname, Penny, has been turned into a family legacy. From an early age Kaelyn Ahola learned the importance of helping people as she comes from a family of givers. Repeatedly she has witnessed her family offering their […]