Community Foundation Celebrates 40 Years of Philanthropy
Community Foundation Celebrates 40 Years of Philanthropy
Stevens Point, Wisconsin (February 14, 2022) – The Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin, located in Stevens Point, is celebrating its 40th anniversary of inspiring philanthropy and connecting people and resources to enhance Central Wisconsin now and for future generations.
“Honoring our past and celebrating the present inspires all the possibilities the future holds.”,” said Jenny Riggenbach, Chief Executive Officer of the Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin. “This anniversary is a celebration for our entire community. We are celebrating 40 years of philanthropy because of the partnerships we have created over the years with so many people, businesses, and nonprofits. Every donor and every act of philanthropy is an important part of our history, and we are eager to see what comes next. My favorite definition of philanthropy is “love of humanity” and we see that here in Central Wisconsin every day because of all the wonderful people that live in our community. This anniversary celebrates all of you.”
On April 15, 1982, the Stevens Point Area Foundation was established by a small group of local visionaries led by Mark Makholm, Gil Oelke, Jack Butler, and John Holdridge. At the time, there were not many community foundations in the state of Wisconsin. The vision these local leaders had 40 years ago helped create a trusted resource for donors to achieve their philanthropic goals and providing opportunities for people to give back to their community in more ways than they ever imagined.
Since its inception 40 years ago, the Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin has grown to an asset size to over$32 million with nearly 300 funds. Each fund allows the Foundation to partner with donors to support students, causes and well-loved programs in our community.
To celebrate their 40th anniversary, the Foundation will be sharing 40 stories over the next 40 weeks to honor the past, celebrate the present, and welcome to the future. They are asking community members to share their memories of the Foundation as well. If you have a story you would like to share, please email Jessica Hoerter at jessica@cfcwi.org. To read the stories, please visit their website at www.cfcwi.org/40 or stay connected on their social media channels Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
The Community Foundation of Central Wisconsin is a non-profit organization that inspires charitable giving by connecting people and resources to enhance Central Wisconsin now and for future generations. For more information on how you can give back to your community, please visit www.cfcwi.org.
Walk-In COVID-19 Vaccine Clinics at Waushara County schools
Waushara County Community Vaccine Clinics Offered for Ages 5 and Up
The Waushara County Health Department and Family Health La Clinica community health center, in partnership with Waushara County schools, will be holding several upcoming walk-in community vaccine clinics to help vaccinate the public against COVID-19. Clinic dates at each Waushara County school district location are planned. Vaccines are provided at no cost and no appointment is needed.These clinics are open to the community and will offer the Pfizer vaccine only for ages 5 and up. Each location will have two dates to plan for both first and second doses of the vaccine series. Only one dose is needed for those coming for a booster shot. Those who completed the 2-dose Pfizer or Moderna vaccine series at least 6 months ago or those who received the 1-dose Johnson & Johnson vaccine at least 2 months ago can get a Pfizer booster shot.The public is encouraged to choose the locations that are most convenient for them. All clinic dates below are scheduled from 4-6 pm. All doses of the Pfizer vaccine for ages 5 and up and boosters for ages 16 and up will be offered at no cost.
- Wautoma High School, 514 S Cambridge Street: Tuesday, January 11th and Tuesday, February 8th from 4-6 pm.
- Tri-County School, 409 S West Street in Plainfield: Wednesday, January 12th and Wednesday, February 9th from 4-6 pm.
- Wild Rose Elementary, 825 Mount Morris Street: Wednesday, January 19th and Wednesday, February 16th from 4-6 pm.
To schedule a no-cost COVID-19 vaccine or booster appointment on another date, call Family Health La Clinica Wautoma at 1-800-942-5330. There you can receive any dose of the Pfizer or Johnson & Johnson vaccine. To schedule a Moderna COVID-19 vaccine or booster, call the Waushara County Health Department at 920-787-6590. You can also visit www.vaccines.gov to locate vaccine types nearest you.
Family Health La Clinica is a community health center with clinics in Wautoma, Beaver Dam, Mauston, Friendship, and Stevens Point. They offer primary medical, dental, mental health, and addiction services to people of all ages and income levels. Private insurance, Medicaid (BadgerCare), Medicare, and uninsured are accepted, with a sliding fee scale for services based on income. Visit their website at www.famhealth.com and follow them on social media @fhlcchc.
