Nov 20, 2025 | General, Women's Fund
Program Highlights Members of Women’s Fund 100 Strong and community participants celebrated 2 grants going to organizations that serve Portage County by supporting women who have experienced violence. Through the generosity of WF100 Strong donors and from the support...
Nov 12, 2025 | General, Growing Our Communities, News & Events
When families in our community face hunger, they turn to their neighbors and now there’s a simple way to help. The Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin has launched a local giving website that connects generosity directly to the organizations feeding Waushara and...
Oct 23, 2025 | General, News & Events
It all began when Sue Schulfer and Moe Lewandowski were colleagues. Sue invited Moe to a Women’s Fund of Portage County event, an invitation that would leave a lasting positive impression. “I found myself sharing what I learned with just anyone that would listen,...
Sep 25, 2025 | General, News & Events
Marc Bickford’s journey that led him to the Community Foundation is one of perseverance, problem-solving, and a deep commitment to keeping resources within the community. For him, it all began as a young lawyer in Wautoma, fresh out of law school and eager to help...
Jul 29, 2025 | General, News & Events
Karli Klismith’s connection to the Foundation runs deep – rooted in her childhood, nurtured by her family, and continuously strengthened through her unwavering commitment to making a lasting impact. Growing up, Karli was always familiar with the Foundation’s...
