🌟 Exciting news for the Fox Valley! The Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region has proudly distributed $3 million in grants to 79 incredible nonprofits, thanks to the Otto Bremer Trust Community Responsive Fund. As one of only six partners in the Trust’s 2024 pilot program, we’re honored to support these vital organizations making a difference in Northeast Wisconsin. Together, we’re building a stronger, more vibrant community! 💙 #CommunityImpact #FoxValley #OBTGrants #Nonprofits #TogetherWeThrive Get in the Loop and read more at: https://lnkd.in/gFgdbKCN
Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region
Appleton, Wisconsin 3,657 followers
We strengthen our community for current & future generations by helping people make a difference in the lives of all.
About us
We strengthen the Fox Valley area of Wisconsin for current and future generations by helping people make a difference in the lives of all. Together, we flourish. We fulfill our mission in four main ways: 1. We accept and professionally manage financial charitable gifts for the long term in flexible, easy and efficient ways. 2. We partner with people to help them engage in giving that fulfills their charitable dreams. 3. We award grants that achieve results and sustain a vibrant community for all, forever. 4. We use our knowledge of community needs to lead and convene people around issues and opportunities.
- Website
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http://www.cffoxvalley.org
External link for Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Appleton, Wisconsin
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1986
- Specialties
- Charitable giving expertise, Effective grantmaking, Prudent investment of charitable dollars, Preservation of charitable legacies, Easy, efficient and effective charitable giving, Knowledge of community needs, and Convening groups around community issues
Locations
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Primary
4455 W. Lawrence Street
Appleton, Wisconsin 54914, US
Employees at Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region
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David Plekenpol
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Bill Gunckel, CISSP, MBA
Experienced IT Leader with strong business engagement
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Marti Hemwall
Vice President Community Engagement at Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region
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Betty Van Den Broek
Administrative Associate-- Community Engagement at Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region
Updates
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Pickleball: the perfect blend of fun, fitness, and friendship for people of all ages and one of the many activities Thompson Center on Lourdes in Appleton offers as part of its mission of enabling everyone 50+ to celebrate life! In 2023, the organization received $148,374 from multiple funds within the Community Foundation to support its work. Learn more about Thompson Center on Lourdes' activities and future expansion and relocation plans in The Loop https://lnkd.in/grJWHZcr To read our Report to the Community, visit https://lnkd.in/gpyiY86E
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Downtown Appleton just got a splash of vibrant color with new mural art! 🎨 20 high school students from the Appleton Area School District had the opportunity to collaborate with local artist Irineo (Neo) E. Medina on the 'Paint the City 3" project, supported by many partners including the Community Vision Fund and the Fox Cares Foundation Fund with the Community Foundation. Get in The Loop to find out why this project is about more than the art itself at https://lnkd.in/g3F9tQ2H Additional partners: Appleton Downtown City of Appleton Government Creative Downtown, Inc. #AppletonArt #CommunitySpirit #PaintTheCity"
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Chilton's community spirit shines brightly with the recent grand opening of Matt's Field of Dreams at Nennig Park! 🌟 As a heartfelt tribute to Matt Kolbe, whose positive spirit remained unwavering despite facing health challenges throughout his life, this new inclusive playground celebrates acceptance, kindness, and togetherness. Featuring a baseball-themed design the playground welcomes children of all abilities to play and grow together. Join the Kolbe family and Chilton community in keeping Matt's legacy alive by embracing the joy and inclusivity this playground brings to Calumet County. Get in The Loop and read more at https://lnkd.in/gSiGnTQg #InclusivePlay #CommunitySpirit #MattKolbeFoundation #ChiltonStrong
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Our Nonprofit Leadership Initiative partner has a Program and Communications Manager job opportunity as a result of leadership promotions. Learn about this position, and a Database Specialist CRM job opportunity with the Community Foundation, here https://lnkd.in/gnvg326Z.
Exciting changes are happening at the Nonprofit Leadership Initiative! NPLI's Executive Director, David Weiss has accepted a position as Director of Donor Services at the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region and our very own Program and Communications Manager, Hope Schaefer, MS has been promoted to Executive Director of NPLI. We are excited to watch both of them make an impact on the community within their roles! With Hope's promotion to Executive Director that means we are hiring for the Program & Communications Manager role! Interested in joining our team or learning more about the role? Check out the position details here https://lnkd.in/gs79FaSY
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The Bergstrom-Mahler Museum of Glass in Neenah provides educational opportunities for people to learn about glass arts. A standout feature of the museum's programming is the small, portable glass furnace nicknamed “Ray the Dragon.” Ray has visited local libraries, schools, and festivals demonstrating the mesmerizing glass-blowing process used to create beautiful art pieces including paperweights, ornaments, and more. In 2023, the museum received 12 grants totaling $37,566 from several funds within the Community Foundation to support art exhibitions, operational costs, and educational programs. Learn more and see "Ray" in action on our YouTube channel: https://lnkd.in/gVCksMtV To read our Report to the Community, visit https://lnkd.in/gpyiY86E #BergstromMahlerMuseumofGlass #GlassBlowing #CommunityReport
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"I inherited money from my parents. My parents were very generous people and I wanted to honor them by using some of the funds to give back to the community as they always did." Get in The Loop to learn more about Linda's inspiration for giving to her community foundation. Read more at https://lnkd.in/gJsvaCPu. #GiveBack #Donate #CreateImpact
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Our recently released 2023 Report to the Community reflects the incredible giving spirit and partnerships in communities throughout our Fox Valley region. Celebrating $32 million in grants and scholarships awarded from donors' charitable funds to 1,548 nonprofit organizations locally and beyond working to make a difference that leads to greater flourishing for all! Thank you to everyone who is helping to create stronger Fox Valley communities today and for generations to come through your Community Foundation! Get in The Loop and read more at https://lnkd.in/gQmNPWxk. #ReporttotheCommunity #Scholarships #Grants
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Help us congratulate Alona Boots, the Community Foundation's new Donor Services Specialist, David Weiss, the Community Foundation's new Director of Donor Services, and Hope Schaefer, Nonprofit Leadership Initiative's new Executive Director on their roles. 👏 Meet Alona here: https://lnkd.in/gBzUr33h Learn more about David and Hope's transitions here: https://lnkd.in/gAvYk3ma #PeopleOnTheMove #StaffUpdates #Employees
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The Community Vision Fund has awarded 47 grants to local nonprofits totaling $558,700 from January-June this year. Grantmaking is ongoing from the fund, which addresses community needs and advances well-being for all in our Fox Valley region communities, while experiencing a record number of grant requests. Learn why and see the list of grant recipients so far this year. Get in The Loop at https://lnkd.in/gbk-NymR. #TheLoop #Grants #FoxValley
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