LACF welcomes new impact specialist
La Crosse Area Community Foundation has welcomed Keli Frigo as its new impact specialist. She succeeds Ellen Heydon, who recently transitioned to a new professional opportunity. Frigo brings nearly two […]
More »Why funding nonprofit overhead matters more than you might think
Not long ago, someone asked me what percentage of their donation “actually goes to the cause” and how much is “just overhead”. I get that question a lot. Maybe you’ve […]
More »Tax-smart strategies for year-end giving
Charitable giving always starts with a generous heart. As the year winds down, many people consider where they want their generosity to make a difference. If you’re among them, there […]
More »How La Crosse Area Community Foundation reviews and decides on grants
If you’ve ever applied for a grant, you know the anticipation that comes after hitting “submit.” What happens next? At the La Crosse Area Community Foundation, we want you to […]
More »Quarter 3 nonprofit Capacity Building Grants announced
As summer winds down and the rhythm of fall begins to stir, there’s a sense of both reflection and momentum in the air. Gardens are in full bloom, pollinators are […]
More »Where you open a donor-advised fund matters
Why donor-advised funds at your community foundation offer something special Donor-advised funds (DAFs) have taken off in recent years — and for good reason. They’re flexible, tax-smart, and easy to […]
More »What charitable giving tax law changes mean for local philanthropy
A new deduction for everyday donors and growing scrutiny of endowments are reshaping how we give — and how we build trust Starting in 2026, new charitable giving tax law […]
More »What do a mechanic, a language table, and a reporter have in common?
Four grant-funded projects, one shared goal At first glance, a mechanic, a language table, a reporter, a back-to-school bash, and a health educator might seem like they’re working in different […]
More »From cooperation to collaboration — what’s the real difference?
Cooperation is comfortable. Collaboration changes everything. We’ve all seen it: well-meaning nonprofits and public agencies working side by side, attending the same meetings, even referring people back and forth. That’s […]
More »When trust breaks down: Gen Z and La Crosse’s future
Why rebuilding trust starts with listening, not lecturing Some stories don’t begin with hope; they begin with the hollow feeling of absence. A missing hand at the table. A voice […]
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