Wisconsin study confirms La Crosse is exceptional place to live
What good is happening here as a result of philanthropy? How does charitable giving in La Crosse County compare to other Wisconsin communities? Find out the answer to these questions and more by reading Executive Director Jamie Schloegel’s recent editorial in the La Crosse Tribune. Read here: Wisconsin study confirms La Crosse is exceptional […]
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5 Reasons Why Donor Advised Funds are SO Popular!
What if, with just one donation, you could support all your favorite charities? A donor advised fund allows you to do just that! Donor advised funds, or DAFs, are the fastest growing vehicle for charitable giving in the United States. According to the 2018 DAF Report by the National Philanthropic Trust, over 460,000 donor advised […]
More »Request for Proposals: Global Awareness Classroom Grants
The Global Awareness Fund Committee of La Crosse Community Foundation is excited to offer a classroom grant opportunity to all educators in La Crosse County schools. Projects must have a global theme, and a maximum of $500 can be requested. Applications are due October 15th. La Crosse Community Foundation GLOBAL AWARENESS classroom grant RFP 2019
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The Power of Partnerships
Partnership is the best prescription for treating the many ills that plague communities. Big problems like substance abuse, homelessness, and racism need widespread, coordinated efforts to effect big change. Lucky for us, our community’s culture is one that embraces collaborative partnerships. And we’re better off for it. La Crosse Community Foundation is a proud partner […]
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Charitable Chit-Chat with your Financial Advisor
Approaching your charitable giving through a long-term outlook similar to how you plan for retirement or a child’s college education can substantially increase your overall charitable impact. Did you know that your financial advisor is a great resource to help you find solutions to maximize your charitable impact? Your financial advisor should be able to […]
More »Announcing Summer Grant Awards!
La Crosse Community Foundation is pleased to announce the most recent awardees of our competitive grant program! Over $175,000 was awarded in August benefiting 15 nonprofit organizations. City of La Crosse City Vision 2040 Downtown Master Plan $20,000 Community Giving Fund Big Brothers Big Sisters of the 7 Rivers Region Resilience and Developmental Relationships $10,000 […]
More »What do we do?
Check out this video to learn all about what a community foundation does and how gifts to La Crosse Community Foundation can benefit the community we love forever. Also, the video is narrated by a cartoon version of Jamie. Enough said 🙂
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Top 5 Reasons to Give to La Crosse Community Foundation
Do you ever feel conflicted about where you should donate your hard-earned money? I do! My mailbox is constantly stuffed with solicitations from nonprofits doing great, important work. As a result, I often end up with a pile of gift acknowledgments at year end all representing $20-$100 gifts to a variety of nonprofits. And sometimes […]
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