Expanding Opportunity with The Connection Co. Our March Voices of Impact session brought community members together for a...
Growing Our Communities
Learn about how the Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin connects people and resources to enhance Portage and Waushara counties now and for future generations.
Impact Story: Amanda Bronk
Amanda’s story is one of connection woven through places, people, and moments that all, in one way or another, lead back to...
Giving Tuesday – Mary Hesch Pay it Forward Fund $10,000 Gift to the Green Circle Trail
Each year, Mary Hesch’s generous spirit shines brightly as she gives back to her community through the Mary Hesch Pay It...
Neighbors Helping Neighbors: A Trusted Way to Support Local Families Facing Hunger
When families in our community face hunger, they turn to their neighbors and now there’s a simple way to help....
Collaboration Lives Here
COVID-19 Relief Funds Reflect Collaborative Strength of Our Communities Central Wisconsinites are well known for their...
Inclusivity Lives Here
Success Looks Like Me In May 2019, Portage County hosted its first Hmong Week to recognize and celebrate Hmong culture and...
Integrity Lives Here
Dr. Kristina Mott and her staff at Town & Country Veterinary Clinic in Wautoma exhibit INTEGRITY through their...
The Right to Feel Wind in Your Hair
A group of community volunteers in Portage County is giving seniors the chance to...
Addressing Hunger in Waushara County
Food insecurity is a critical issue in Waushara County. Although the county has a lower unemployment rate than the national...
Arthur E. Heinz and the Heinz Living Legacy Circle
The Heinz Living Legacy Circle was named after Arthur (Art) E. Heinz, who was born and raised in Chicago and retired to...









