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REQUESTS FOR PROPOSALS – Released September 19, 2023   GLOBAL AWARENESS FUND CLASSROOM GRANT Attention all K-12 staff in La Crosse County schools! If you would love to bring a […]

A look at the misconceptions and realities of community foundations When it comes to community foundations, misunderstandings and misconceptions are common. Community foundations, which play an essential role in promoting […]

Channeling Philanthropic Gift Requires Thought Nicholas Padesky had always considered himself fortunate. When his parents, Tim Padesky and Tara Johnson, informed him of their intention to commemorate his Central High […]

GearUp Inc. fills void in education funding When Unity Vang starts classes at the University of Wisconsin–Stout next week, she’ll represent the first generation in her family to attend college. […]

Disaster philanthropy brings out the best…and worst in humanity In the aftermath of the heart-wrenching wildfires that tore through Lahaina, we’ve witnessed the outpouring of love, support, and a global […]

This quarter’s grant cycle was HOT! It’s inspiring to see the incredible, creative, and generous service in the La Crosse area. We are continually in awe of what happens in […]

Nonprofit programing versus nonprofit overhead Before donating to charity, many donors want to know what portion of their donation the nonprofit will spend on programs versus overhead. Programs meaning actual […]

Support your favorite charities with ONE donation What if, with just one donation, you could support all your favorite charities? A donor advised fund allows you to do just that! […]

The La Crosse Community Foundation is excited to have Paige Hageman as our new fellow for the upcoming year, joining us through the Community Engaged Fellowships initiative at the University […]

The La Crosse Community Foundation has appointed a new senior donor services coordinator. Megan Pierce will fill the role, serving as the primary stewardship advisor for the foundation. In the […]