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Seven reasons a community foundation may be your best choice for a donor advised fund When it comes to charitable giving, a donor advised fund is one of the most flexible and effective tools available. A DAF allows you to set aside assets for philanthropy, receive an immediate tax deduction, and distribute those assets to […]

Social Capital Strengthens Communities Through Connection Social capital is at the heart of thriving communities. The more we engage with each other — by joining groups, volunteering, or simply connecting with neighbors — the stronger our shared foundation becomes. These interactions create a network of support that’s healthy for individuals and communities alike, offering everything […]

New LACF Capacity Building Grant program focuses on operations and growth Nonprofits often face a daunting reality: their passion for their mission doesn’t always align with the skills required to manage complex operations, from accounting to board governance to staff management. Leaders frequently find themselves stretched thin, juggling their core work with responsibilities for which […]

Schloegel leaves after six years as LACF CEO CEO Jamie Schloegel has stepped away from her role at La Crosse Area Community Foundation. She wants to dedicate more time to her family as her children approach their final years before leaving home. Significant growth during Schloegel’s leadership Since 2018, Schloegel has led LACF through remarkable […]

La Crosse County Board Chair Proclaims Welcoming Week Honoring the diversity and inclusion that makes La Crosse County a vibrant and thriving place for all residents, including immigrants and newcomers, La Crosse County Board Chair Tina Tryggestad today officially proclaimed September 13-22 as Welcoming Week in La Crosse County. “Welcoming Week reflects La Crosse County’s […]

Local nonprofits crushing creative solutions It’s no secret that local nonprofits rise to the occasion to meet needs across the region. Check out a handful of recent grantees meeting a variety of needs including safety, transportation, and community learning and support. Chariots4Hope is providing a vehicle repair shop that offers repairs on a need-based sliding […]

New community grants program created by and for local nonprofits As many local nonprofits know, La Crosse Area Community Foundation took a break from grantmaking earlier this year to listen, learn, and evolve our community grant processes. During that time, we learned much from nonprofit representatives in our community, including directors, board volunteers, and paid […]

Community Engaged Fellow Nainil “NJ” Jariwala at La Crosse Area Community Foundation is wrapping up his first quarter with us as a new school season is about to begin. Here he shares what he’s accomplished and learned so far. Lucky for us, he’ll be with us through spring semester 2025. LACF Community Engaged Fellowship Experience: […]