Cheers to 90 years!

August 25, 2020

By Jamie Schloegel, Chief Executive Officer

 

Your La Crosse Community Foundation turned 90 years old in July, making us one of the oldest in the nation.

LCF was founded in 1930, when a streetcar still ran down Main Street and the Cass Street bridge was only a plan. Although La Crosse County has changed dramatically in the 90 years since, one constant holds strong: our commitment to protecting and growing the financial resources necessary to support the many local charitable organizations that continue to make our community safe, vibrant, and beautiful.

Here’s a snapshot of our most notable moments over the past 90 years:

 

 

Thanks to the forward thinking of those who established this source of permanent community capital, we now have much to be thankful for. Check out our highlights from 2019:

 

 

We’d like to thank all those who’ve given to the foundation over the years, whether it be a monetary gift or a gift of service, you are all helping to ensure that we remain a place that connects people, passion and giving in the La Crosse area forever.