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CLH: The Ripple Effects of Arts & Culture

On October 14th, community members gathered virtually to discuss the impact of arts and culture in Portage County. Hosted by Sarah Ross, Director of Community Grants and the Women’s Fund, the Community Lunch Hour panel of local leaders discussed both the present and...

Investing in Tomorrow: The Value of Organizational Endowments

If you're looking for a way to help your nonprofit thrive long-term or want to make a lasting impact as a donor, an organizational endowment might be an ideal solution. At our recent Community Lunch Hour, we learned more about Organizational Endowments from speakers:...

Lunch and Learn Series

The Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin has a lunch and learn series called Community Lunch Hour. This event offers opportunities to explore and learn more about various community topics while creating connections. Attendees will also be provided ways to get...

Connecting the Data Dots: Learning from the Community Foundation

Commitment reflects our promise to be a reliable resource for the community. It’s about taking action that ensures stability, upholds trust, and promotes equity, guaranteeing that the decisions made today will safeguard and enhance the long-term prosperity of Portage...

CLH: Celebrating Stories of Women’s Athletics in Portage County

During this community lunch hour, we celebrated Portage County women in athletics and our community's rich history of women in sports. Women’s Fund Director Sarah Ross led discussions with Sheila Miech, former UWSP women’s soccer coach and the first woman inducted...

Events

2024 Gala of Gratitude

November 9, 2024

Join the Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin for an evening of camaraderie, collective giving, and celebration of our community working together in the spirit of gratitude.