The stories we share
Hamilton Literacy Resources project brings books home and people together When the School District of La Crosse’s elementary library team planned to bring author and illustrator Angela Dominguez to area […]
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A grant that helps veterans find their way back
Foundation support strengthens outreach for the La Crosse Area Veterans Mentor Program A recent microgrant from La Crosse Area Community Foundation is helping the La Crosse Area Veterans Mentor Program […]
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Measuring what matters: How a local sculpture connects Onalaska
Made possible through a grant from La Crosse Area Community Foundation, Onalaska Art Keepers brought “Calibration” — a graceful, light-catching sculpture by local artist Luke Achterberg — to life at […]
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Building a better path
How the Mental Health Coalition is reimagining justice for people in crisis When someone in crisis encounters the justice system, the difference between care and punishment often comes down to […]
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Guided by scent, powered by community
How La Crosse’s K-9 unit supports community and dementia care When a person with dementia goes missing, time matters. Confusion, memory loss, and vulnerability, especially in extreme temperatures, can quickly […]
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Grant expands inclusive opportunities for neurodivergent individuals
La Crosse grant supports creative inclusion for neurodivergent youth La Crosse Area Community Foundation today announced a grant that will fund more inclusive experiences for youth and young adults who […]
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Fall 2024 Competitive Grants Announcement
Snow has quickly followed the dropping leaves and changing temperature. At this time of year, we get to welcome autumn and a season of gratitude. The end of 2024 is […]
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Grant Funds Outdoor Skills and Character Pop-up Camps
Free pop-up camps to be held throughout La Crosse County More than 350 local youth will be able to attend free outdoor skills and character day camps this summer. La […]
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Clearwater Farm Creates New Wetland Habitat, Education Space
With grant funding from La Crosse Community Foundation, Clearwater Farm is developing a new wetland habitat and education space. The project aims to educate the community about the importance of […]
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New mental health crisis stabilization facility coming to La Crosse
The greater La Crosse area will have a new resource for people experiencing mental health crises next month. Community grants, including one for $50,000 from La Crosse Community Foundation, have […]
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