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Trailblazing Together: Kathrine Switzer to Headline Our 25th Annual Women’s Fund Luncheon Celebrating 30 Years of Impact

Posted on Jul 15, 2025, by

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 […]

The Monthlies Project Reaches One Million Period Products Distributed with Community-Led Power

Posted on Jun 11, 2025, by

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 […]

Empowering the Future: Celebrating Fall Graduates of Starting Point

Posted on Dec 13, 2024, by

On Wednesday, December 4 Fox Valley Technical College was alive with excitement and hope as 15 remarkable women graduated from the Starting Point Program, a cornerstone of the Women’s Fund’s work. This milestone marked not just the culmination of their journey through the program but also the beginning of new chapters in their lives, brimming […]

Join us for Connection Matters: Funding Cuts, Human Costs

Posted on Oct 18, 2024, by

For many years, federal Victims of Crime Act (VOCA) funding has been a lifeline for nonprofit organizations serving victims in our community, particularly survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault (DV/SA). However, significant reductions to this funding beginning in 2024 have created challenges for many agencies to maintain the level of services needed. Join us […]

A Record-Breaking Women’s Fund Luncheon: A Heartfelt Thank You

Posted on Sep 16, 2024, by

By Julie Keller, Executive Director, Women’s Fund for the Fox Valley Region We are thrilled to announce that this year’s Women’s Fund Fundraising Luncheon was an incredible success! Held in our new location, the Fox Cities Exhibition Center, we welcomed almost 1,100 attendees and raised an astounding $245,000 in support of women and girls in […]

Community Foundation Grants Help First 5 Fox Valley Develop a New Family Resource Center

Posted on Sep 13, 2024, by

Grants totaling $110,000 from four charitable funds within the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region were distributed to First 5 Fox Valley to plan for the transformation of the Trout Museum of Art building in downtown Appleton into the Together for Families: Fox Valley Family Resource Center. A foundational start to the project included […]

Celebrating Disability Pride Month: Empowering Healthy Relationships and Sexual Health for Women with Disabilities

Posted on Jul 12, 2024, by

July is Disability Pride Month, a time dedicated to honoring the achievements, history, and struggles of the disability community. This month is not just about celebrating diversity, but also about fostering a deeper understanding and awareness of the issues faced by disabled people.   Women with disabilities often face a double bind of discrimination due to […]

Women’s Fund grant focus areas create impact

Posted on Jun 6, 2024, by

On May 7, 2024, the Women’s Fund for the Fox Valley Region hosted “Spotlight,” an event that celebrated the organization’s impact and awarded seven Impact grants to local nonprofits serving women and girls in Outagamie, Calumet, Waupaca, Shawano, and northern Winnebago counties, focusing on enhancing economic opportunities to help them reach their full potential. Grants […]