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What isLa Crosse Community Foundation?
A grantmaking organization that manages endowed charitable funds established by individuals, families and nonprofits to support causes they care about both now and in perpetuity.
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Ways to Give2023-24 Global Awareness Classroom Grant RFP
REQUESTS FOR PROPOSALS – Released September 19, 2023
GLOBAL AWARENESS FUND CLASSROOM GRANT
Attention all K-12 staff in La Crosse County schools! If you would love to bring a special multicultural experience to your students, but need the [...]
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Common Misconceptions About Community Foundations
A look at the misconceptions and realities of community foundations
When it comes to community foundations, misunderstandings and misconceptions are common. Community foundations, which play an essential role in promoting local philanthropy, are [...]
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Nicholas Byrne Padesky Scholarship Redefines Traditional Criteria
Channeling Philanthropic Gift Requires Thought
Nicholas Padesky had always considered himself fortunate. When his parents, Tim Padesky and Tara Johnson, informed him of their intention to commemorate his Central High School graduation with a gift [...]
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See All StoriesGearUp Inc. Levels Playing Field for First-Generation Students
GearUp Inc. fills void in education funding When Unity Vang starts classes at the University of Wisconsin–Stout next week, she’ll represent the first generation in her family to attend college. It’s an entirely new experience for all of them — so many preparations and so many unknowns. But with help from GearUp Inc., she’ll be […]
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