Nicholas Byrne Padesky Scholarship Redefines Traditional Criteria
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 […]
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La Crosse Community Champions: Don and Barb Frank receive the 2023 Forever Friends Award
When the La Crosse Community Foundation team was discussing nominations for this year’s Forever Friends Award, the Franks immediately came to mind. They were among the first people to start […]
More »Forever Society Spotlight: Remembering Ron Burman, and his beloved wife Valerie
Friends from all over the world gathered in late January for Ron Burman’s funeral. He passed peacefully on January 5 at the age of 89, leaving behind a charitable legacy […]
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Fund Spotlight: Heather & Stephen Ross and Maureen & Robert Freedland LPEF Fund for Diversity Education
Designated Fund Spotlight The Heather & Stephen Ross and Maureen & Robert Freedland La Crosse Public Education Foundation Fund for Diversity Education was established in November of 2021 for the […]
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Fund Spotlight: Borton Construction Scholarship Funds
The Borton Construction Scholarship Fund was established by the founders of Borton Construction, Paul and Melissa Borsheim, in 2008 to support continued education in construction-related fields such as engineering, drafting, design, or other trade areas.
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Forever Society Member Spotlight: Wayne and Joan Wojciechowski
Wayne and Joan Spieker Wojciechowski Memorial Fund Wayne Wojciechowski established the Wayne and Joan Spieker Wojciechowski Memorial Fund in 2021 to honor the passing of his beloved wife, Joan. The […]
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Scott Henke Memorial Fund for the Care and Shelter of Animals
Honoring a life that loved his furry friends The Scott Henke Memorial Fund for the Care and Shelter of Animals was established by his father Paul and sister Nicole following […]
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Marian Mieden Early Childhood Education Scholarship
The Marian Mieden Early Childhood Education Scholarship was established as a memorial to her. Her passion in life was to educate young children. This scholarship was established in 2009, in […]
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Agency Fund Spotlight: La Crosse Dubna Friendship Association David Bell Memorial Fund
Agency Fund Spotlight – La Crosse Dubna Friendship Association David Bell Memorial Fund The La Crosse Dubna Friendship Association David Bell Memorial Fund was established in 2020 to provide annual […]
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Donor Spotlight: Magerus-McKinney Fund
All about the Magerus-McKinney donor advised fund John Magerus and Everett McKinney are the type of people you love to have in your community. They care deeply about the welfare […]
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