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Causes: Community Foundations, Philanthropy
Mission: Established in 1986, we strengthen our community for current and future generations by helping people make a difference in the lives of others. Our job is "Helping Donors Share." Service region: Calumet, Outagamie, Shawano, Waupaca and northern Winnebago counties in Wisconsin.
Programs: Grants are awarded from charitable funds established by individuals, families, businesses and organizations reflecting their wishes for giving back in ways that collectively strengthen our community for current and future generations. These grants make a difference in the lives of people throughout the fox valley region in the areas of arts and culture, education, community improvement, health care, human services, the environment and religion. Our discretionary grant program includes the following efforts: 1) help strengthen nonprofit organizations; 2) provide community leadership grants to support and advance key community initiatives consistent with our grant priorities, 3) increase access and inclusion and educating children and youth in the areas of arts and culture and environmental sustainability; 4) and raising awareness of community issues to help spark action resulting in positive change.