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Nelson Fund Provides $2.5 million to Local Nonprofits 

Posted on Sep 21, 2023, by Community Foundation

The David L. and Rita E. Nelson Family Fund within the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region provided 24 nonprofits with a much-needed financial boost with grant awards totaling more than $2.5 million. The fund made two $500,000 grants: To support the Door County Historical Society’s project to restore the Eagle’s Bluff Lighthouse in Peninsula […]

Housing Now Coalition highlights lack of affordable housing

Posted on Sep 20, 2023, by Community Foundation

Like the rest of the country, Northeast Wisconsin is experiencing an unprecedented lack of housing inventory, especially at prices that are affordable to the average person. Significant underproduction, rising costs for housing materials and labor, rising interest rates, and increasing demand have created a perfect storm. As one of the largest investments someone can make […]

Alarming rise in mental health issues among teen girls sparks urgent community response

Posted on Sep 19, 2023, by Julie Keller, Executive Director, Women's Fund

Teen girls experience record high levels of violence, sadness and suicide risk amid “significant” and “heartbreaking” declines in youth health and well-being overall, according to the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Most teen girls (57%) felt persistently sad or hopeless in 2021, double the rate for teen boys (29%). Nearly 1 in 3 […]

Voices from the Valley: Celebrating Special Olympics!

Posted on Sep 15, 2023, by Community Foundation

In this episode, we’re talking about including and empowering our neighbors and family members with differing abilities and exploring the power of inclusion in our communities through Special Olympics. Our guests today include parents, coaches, volunteers, and of course the incredible athletes who inspire us all with their determination, courage, and sportsmanship. These game-changers are flourishing […]

Community Foundation welcomes Choua Schommer

Posted on Sep 13, 2023, by Choua Schommer, Donor Services and Finance Coordinator

Hello! My name is Choua Schommer, and I recently joined the Community Foundation as the Donor Services and Finance Coordinator. I support the grant cycles by serving as a liaison for the donor services and finance teams and working with people through different processes and project planning. I am excited to work at the Community […]

The Power of Connection

Posted on Sep 12, 2023, by Annette Look, NPLI Program and Communications Manager

Perhaps you’ve heard the statistic from the U.S. Surgeon General – loneliness is as lethal as smoking 15 cigarettes a day. While the statistic may shock you, we here at Nonprofit Leadership Initiative (NPLI) recognized the significance of community building and networking long before it became a headline-worthy topic. NPLI’s Three-Prong Approach When NPLI was […]

Madi Schneider joins the team!

Posted on Sep 7, 2023, by Community Foundation

Hello! My name is Madi Schneider, and I am the newest member of the Community Foundation’s Community Engagement Team! The Foundation’s commitment to helping area nonprofits succeed greatly aligns with my interests and passions which made me incredibly excited to come onboard! I am originally from Appleton, but more recently lived in Minnesota while my […]

Mental health: Back to school resources

Posted on Sep 5, 2023, by Community Foundation

Do you know how our youth are doing, as far as mental health and wellness? How can we in the Fox Valley help our teens, and prevent the things that can lead to anxiety or even a crisis? The answers are complex, and challenging. NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) has published a helpful website, […]

Voices from the Valley: Local Podcasters Lifting Our Community!

Posted on Aug 31, 2023, by Community Foundation

Today we’re doing an entire podcast episode about podcasts! Why do people like them so much, and how are organizations using this audio platform to tell their stories in a whole new way? And what do you need to do to start your own podcast? It’s easier than you might think! What is a podcast? […]

Boys & Girls Clubs of the Fox Valley celebrates 25 years of impact!

Posted on Aug 29, 2023, by Community Foundation

Experts say living a life of gratitude is the scientifically proven path to happiness. So, when the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Fox Valley celebrated its 25th Anniversary on Friday, August 18, it was no surprise to see so many smiling faces amongst the crowd of former and current Club members, donors, Board members, […]