Category: Member News

Cat Conservation day Presented By Network Health

We are purrfectly pleased to welcome all superheroes, comic fans, and cat enthusiasts to join
us for Cat Conservation Day presented by Network Health on Friday, August 15th from
9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Proceeds from this family-friendly event will support conservation of
threatened and endangered cat species around the world, including African lions and snow
leopards, through SAFE: Saving Animals from Extinction. This event is free with regular zoo
admission.


We’re asking guests to “suit up” and be Superheroes for Conservation by wearing superhero
masks and capes, putting on a pair of cat ears, and showing us your best cosplays and
costumes! Any and all superhero and/or cat-themed clothing and accessories are welcome – we
can’t wait to see your super-themed gear!


An assortment of pawsome activities will happen throughout the day. Guests can enjoy arts and
crafts, games, temporary tattoos, a bounce house, educational displays, and a fun scavenger
hunt activity featuring our very own cats. Face Painting by Lori & Friends will be on-site and
carousel rides will be available (both weather permitting), and a cat-themed merchandise sales
table will offer a variety of items for sale to raise funds for conservation.


Be here early to see our African Lion Chat at 9:15 a.m., where Loid and Anga will enjoy toys in
their yard. A Snow Leopard Chat at 11:00 a.m. will feature scent-related enrichment
for Bodhi, and a Canada Lynx Chat at 1:00 p.m. will give guests the opportunity to learn
more about our newest cat residents: lynx kittens Ranger and Cruz.
To learn more or to purchase tickets, visit newzoo.org.

Introducing The Promenade: Green Bay’s Premier 55+ Living Experience – Opening in September 2025

Green Bay, WI – The Promenade, an 83-unit luxury apartment complex designed exclusively for adults 55+, is celebrating its grand opening this August, with tenants set to begin moving in throughout September. Located in the heart of Green Bay, The Promenade offers a blend of upscale living, vibrant community connections, wellness-centered amenities, and opportunities for lifelong learning—all in one exceptional building. More than just a place to live, The Promenade offers a lifestyle enriched by connection, convenience, and comfort. Designed for those seeking a maintenance-free, independent lifestyle with all the extras.

Exceptional Amenities Include:

  • A private dog park where furry friends can play and socialize
  • A golf simulator with dozens of the most popular courses throughout the country
  • Professional-grade pickleball courts to support active, healthy living
  • A full Brown County Library chapter on-site for easy access to books and community resources
  • Lifelong learning opportunities in partnership with UW-Green Bay, fostering curiosity and growth
  • Community lounges on every floor designed for gathering, relaxing, and building friendships
  • An on-site café serving food and beverages daily
  • Outdoor heated swimming pool and fully equipped fitness center for year-round wellness
  • A dedicated wellness center focused on holistic health and overall well-being

“The Promenade is more than just beautiful apartments—it’s a destination for people who want to stay engaged, active, and connected to their community,” said Mary Beth Fumelle, Director of Housing for The Promenade, “We’re proud to offer a place where tenants can enjoy modern comforts and enriching experiences every day.”

At The Promenade, you’ll find more than a home—you’ll find connection, comfort, and a way of life designed just for you.

For more information or to schedule a visit, contact us at (920) 405-3245 or by email at mfumelle@PromenadeGB.org, or visit our website at Promenadegb.org.

Live Music In the Garden: Summer Concerts Wrap Up This Month at Green Bay Botanical Garden

(GREEN BAY, WI) (August 4, 2025) — Enjoy tunes and blooms with the beautiful
backdrop of Green Bay Botanical Garden this summer!
Experience live music, take in the sights of the stunning Schneider Family Grand
Garden, and even explore the new Washed Ashore: Art the Save the Sea
exhibit, presented by Dar Stumpf & Clyde Reed, through September 2. Featuring
nine spectacular sculptures created with plastic debris from the Pacific Ocean,
it tells the story of plastic pollution and how we can preserve the waterways that
many animals call home.


Beverages and light snacks will be available to purchase in the Garden’s
Concessions Building during our evening concerts, including the option to order
a boxed dinner from a local vendor ahead of time to pick up the night of the
concert. Guests are also encouraged to bring their own picnic (no alcohol
carry-ins allowed), and guests can enjoy a Seeds to Snacks activity before
Sanimax Concerts.


To make your experience more enjoyable, advance tickets are recommended
for all concerts.


Garden members can enjoy free at-the-door admission for the Thursday
Sanimax Concert Series (Select Thursdays through August 21). The general public
can purchase advance tickets or at-the-door tickets the evening of the concert,
based on availability. The Employment Resource Group Grand Concert Series is
open to Garden members and the general public, with two more concerts
through the beginning of September.


For more details, including how to purchase tickets, order a boxed dinner, or
sign up to volunteer, visit GBBG.org/Concerts.


Employment Resource Group Grand Concert Series
Select Fridays | 7–9 pm
Order a Boxed Dinner
Guests can order a boxed dinner before the concert from FOODelicious
Catering & Consulting. Order by Wednesday at 12 pm to pick up a meal on the
WPS Foundation Plaza near the Concessions Building the night of the concert.


Concert Lineup
Alive Again: A Chicago Tribute | Friday, August 8
This high-energy band brings the sound of Chicago to life with stunning
precision, capturing the legendary harmonies, horns, and timeless hits that have
defined generations.


Brews, Bistros, & Bonfires featuring Slippery When Wet: A Bon Jovi Tribute | Friday,
September 5
Sample craft brews, devour delicious food, and keep warm with bonfires as you
enjoy a show that will have you singing, dancing, and rocking all night long to
the legendary sounds of the 80s and beyond. Must be 21 and older to attend.
The Employment Resource Group Grand Concert Series is generously sponsored
by Employment Resource Group, Inc.; Dar Stumpf; Element; Dean Distributing,
Inc.; and Terri Trantow-Witek & Paul Witek.


Sanimax Concert Series
Select Thursdays through August 21 | 6–8 pm


Tickets on Sale Now
Garden Members: Free at-the-door admission (based on membership level)
General Public: Purchase advance tickets or tickets at the door the evening of
the concert, based on availability.


Order a Boxed Dinner
Guests can pre-order a boxed dinner before the concert from Not by Bread
Alone. Order by Tuesday at 12 pm to pick up a meal by 6:30 pm the night of the
concert near the Concessions Building on the WPS Foundation Plaza.


Seeds to Snacks | 4:30–6 pm
Enjoy a fresh garden snack from our harvest each week.


Concert Lineup
August 14 | NEW: Levi Ballenger
August 21 | The Pocket Kings


The Sanimax Concert Series is generously sponsored by Sanimax; US Bank; Dar
Stumpf; BayCare Clinic Eye Specialists; Greg & Jean Klimek; Mary Zaborski; Terri
Trantow-Witek & Paul Witek; CoVantage Credit Union; Main Street Health
Insurance; Schneider; and Dean Distributing, Inc.

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About Green Bay Botanical Garden
Green Bay Botanical Garden connects people with plants by providing year-round
educational and recreational experiences for everyone in an environment that
engages, inspires, and refreshes. First opened in 1996 and now featuring 47-acres of
display gardens and natural areas, the Garden touches the lives of more than 200,000
guests annually on average from northeast Wisconsin and beyond. For more
information about other happenings, visit GBBG.org or call 920.490.9457

Preva Health Opens New Orthopedic Walk-In Injury Clinic

GREEN BAY, Wis. – Prevea Health is pleased to announce the Prevea Orthopedic Walk-In
Injury Clinic, now open within HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital Medical Center, 1726 Shawano Ave. in
Green Bay.


This new service offers the community access to same-day care for orthopedic injuries related
to sports, recreation or work. No appointment is needed; most insurance plans are accepted,
and the clinic is open five days a week, Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.


“The launch of the Orthopedic Walk-in Injury Clinic reflects Prevea’s commitment to making
expert orthopedic care more accessible than ever,” said Luke Mitchell, Executive Director of
Orthopedics at Prevea Health. “By eliminating the need for appointments, we’re giving our
patients faster access to the care they need, when they need it most. This is a meaningful step
forward for Prevea and the communities we serve.”


At the Prevea Orthopedic Walk-In Injury Clinic, patients have quick access to Prevea’s
orthopedic specialists – including expert physicians, physician assistants and nurse
practitioners. These providers can deliver time-sensitive evaluations and treatment when
sudden muscle, bone or joint injuries occur, and when sprains, strains, swelling, fractures or
other acute orthopedic concerns arise.


The Prevea Orthopedic Walk-In Injury Clinic is also supported by Prevea’s full orthopedic team,
including Prevea orthopedics and sports medicine surgeons. Through this collaboration,
patients receive comprehensive orthopedic care as needed, including evaluations, digital X-ray
and imaging services, splinting, bracing and casting treatments. The location of the clinic also
allows for easy referral to other specialized providers as needed.
For more information about the Prevea Orthopedic Walk-In Injury Clinic, please visit:
prevea.com/ortho-walk-in

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About Prevea Health
Prevea Health is a community of passionate and accomplished physicians, caregivers and staff working
together to provide exceptional health care. Patients have trusted Prevea with their medical care needs
since 1996 when the organization was founded in Green Bay, Wis. Today, Prevea provides primary care
and a wide range of specialty medical care in clinic, hospital, and workplace settings across Northeast
Wisconsin. It is partnered with Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS) which operates hospitals in
Wisconsin. For more information about Prevea Health, visit www.prevea.com.


About Hospital Sisters Health System (HSHS)
HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital Medical Center in Green Bay, Wis., is part of Hospital Sisters Health System
(HSHS), a nonprofit Catholic health care ministry founded in 1875. Dedicated to our Mission to reveal and
embody Christ’s healing love for all people through high-quality Franciscan health care, HSHS clinicians
provide exceptional care centered on the whole person. Based in Springfield, Illinois, HSHS employs
nearly 11,000 colleagues who provide care in 13 acute-care, children’s and critical access hospitals and
home health and hospice programs in Central and Southern Illinois and Eastern Wisconsin. HSHS is
aligned with more than 1,000 primary and specialty physicians and advanced practitioners through its
owned affiliates HSHS Medical Group and Prairie Cardiovascular and its partnership with Prevea Health.
For more information about HSHS, visit hshs.org.

Green Bay Botanical Garden Classes & Event Schedule for August 2025

Washed Ashore: Art to Save the Sea

Presented by Dar Stumpf & Clyde Reed

Now–September 2, 2025
Free/Garden Member | Included with Daily Admission 
 
Washed Ashore is set to make a big splash this summer at the Garden, the only Wisconsin venue to host this traveling exhibit.

Dive into nine spectacular sculptures made with plastic debris from the Pacific Ocean, and learn how plastic pollution impacts our waterways.  Guests of all ages will be mesmerized as they interact with these larger-than-life art pieces, all while learning how small actions can make a big difference.

Learn more at GBBG.org/WashedAshore. 

Daily, Self-Guided Activities

Available Now–October 31 

(excluding special events)  
Free/Garden Member 

Daily Admission/General Public

Stop & Learn Signs

Anytime 

Seek out educational signs placed throughout the Garden to dig deeper into nature. 

Scavenger Hunts 

Anytime 

Hunt for clues and dive deeper into Washed Ashore, presented by Dar Stumpf and Clyde Reed.


Discovery Boxes 

Anytime 

Search for boxes placed throughout the Garden containing games and activities for kids.

S.E.E.D Packs

Anytime

Search, Explore, Experience, and Discover the Garden! Packs include short lessons, games, and observation activities.


Weekly Drop-In Activities  
 

Tuesday

Story Time 

August 5–October 28

10–10:30 am 

Take a break in the Garden with nature–themed stories and activities. 

Discovery Cart

August 5–26

10:30–11 am 

Stop by the Lodge for free, fun, hands–on nature activities and Bell Children’s Garden exploration. 

BMO Getaway Wednesdays 

August 6–27

Buy One, Get One Admission 

9 am–8pm 

Visit a Garden Ambassador

10–11 am
Volunteers are in the Garden to share their knowledge and answer your questions!

 
Discovery Cart

10:30–11 am 

Science activities focused on sustainability and protecting our Great Lakes!

CANCELED: Washed Ashore Upcycled Art

11:30 am–12 pm 

Create an upcycled art project inspired by the Washed Ashore exhibit. We’ll provide the materials – just bring your imagination!

Friday 

Story Time 

August 1–29

10–10:30 am 

Take a break in the Garden with nature–themed stories and activities. 

Programs & Events 

August
  

Thursday, August 7

FULL: High Tea with An International Flair

Northeast Wisconsin Unit of the Herb Society

6–8 pm
$28/Garden Member 

$34/General Public 

Friday, August 8

Employment Resource Group Grand Concert Series: Alive Again

7–9 pm

Lawn Seating: 

$45/Garden Member 

$50/General Public 

$10/Child (Ages 3–17 with one paid adult lawn ticket) 

Cowles Terrace Seating: 

$55/Garden Member 

$60/General Public 

Child discount not available. 

Thursday, August 14

Seeds to Snacks

4:30–6 pm 

Sanimax Concert Series: Levi Ballenger

6–8 pm

Thursday, August 21

Seeds to Snacks

4:30–6 pm

Sanimax Concert Series: The Pocket Kings

6–8 pm


About Green Bay Botanical Garden
Green Bay Botanical Garden connects people with plants by providing year-round educational and recreational experiences for everyone in an environment that engages, inspires, and refreshes. First opened in 1996 and now featuring 47 acres of display gardens and natural areas, the Garden touches the lives of more than 200,000 visitors annually on average from northeast Wisconsin and beyond. For more information about other happenings, visit GBBG.org or call 920.490.9457.

Editors, please note: Captions follow photos below. Interviews, virtual interviews (i.e. Zoom, FaceTime, etc.), pre-recorded videos, story leads, and additional high-resolution digital images are available by contacting the media representative at the top of this release.

Brown County United Way Childcare Scholarship Program

Childcare Scholarships Available – Apply Today!

Brown County United Way and Family & Childcare Resources of Northeast Wisconsin are offering childcare scholarships for families living in Brown County. If you or anyone you know could benefit from a scholarship, scan the QR code on the attached flyer (available in English and Spanish) to complete a very brief application. If approved, based on household income and size, 50%-75% of the cost of a family’s childcare will be paid weekly for up to 12 weeks, directly to their childcare provider.

Neville Public Museum Dinner Series Open For Registration

Green Bay, WI – July 29, 2025 – Enjoy dinner followed by an interesting and informative program at YOUR Neville Public Museum! Each event will begin with a dinner at 5:00 p.m. in the Neville classrooms followed by a program at 6:00 p.m. in the theater. 
 
Pre-Registration is required at https://www.nevillepublicmuseum.org/events/special-events/dinner-programs/


Thursday, September 18, 2025 

9/11/01: Diverted to Gander by Glen Prasser                              

The passengers of Delta flight #37 were given little information when their captain announced a surprise diversion to Gander, Newfoundland, on September 11, 2001. Landing among 30+ jumbo jets they soon realized this was no routine refueling stop. Discover the unexpected kindness, care, and joy that prevailed in one of America’s darkest moments

Thursday, October 23, 2025

Echoes of Samhain: Tracing Irish Roots in Modern Halloween by Julianne Stanz   

Uncover the ancient Irish origins of one of the world’s most widely celebrated nights—Halloween. In this engaging program, we explore the fascinating transformation of Samhain, the Celtic festival marking the end of the harvest and the beginning of the darker half of the year, into what we now know as Halloween. Join us for a journey through time, tradition, and tale, where ancestral spirits, mischievous fae, and the mysterious take center stage.

Thursday, November 13, 2025 

Keep Our Waterways Clean by Ed The Diver & Christie B.       

Join this dynamic duo on a deep dive through their underwater adventures, inspiring communities to respect and care for our waterways and each other.

Thursday, December 11, 2025 

Evergleaming: Celebrating America’s Aluminum Christmas Tree by Joe Kapler      

Discover how Wisconsin-made Christmas decorations became Space Age pop culture icons in 1960s America, and how they now serve as a window into both innovative mid-century design and nostalgic family holiday traditions. Learn the story of Aluminum Specialty Company of Manitowoc, who introduced the “Evergleam” aluminum Christmas tree in 1959.

Thursday, February 12, 2026 

Rituals of Romance by Leslie Bellais                                                 

A bride in a chaste white wedding dress, her face hidden behind a veil, bridesmaids in matching dresses, piles of wedding gifts: all of these have become such entrenched traditions of the wedding ceremony they seem eternal, yet these rituals have existed for less than 200 years. Explore how these traditions emerged and why they have fossilized into the wedding rituals we experience today.

Thursday, March 19, 2026

The Gaelic Harp by Jeffry Pockat                                                       

Journey through the rich legacy of the harp in Ireland and Scotland—a symbol of nobility, resistance, and cultural pride. Explore the evolution of the instrument, the lives and stories of those who played it, and the powerful role harp music held in shaping Celtic identity.

Thursday, April 16, 2026 

Angel in a Gray Bonnet: Cordelia Harvey by Jessica Michna   

Step into the remarkable true story of Cordelia Perrine Harvey, who rose from personal tragedy following her husband’s death to national heroism during the Civil War, persuading President Lincoln to establish three hospitals that would lay the foundation for today’s VA system.

Thursday, May 14, 2026 

One Room Schools by Susan Apps-Bodilly                                     

This colorful reflection will transport youngsters back in time and make their grandparents and others of that generation nostalgic – perhaps even prompting them to share memories of their school days.

Community Foundations Award $1.5 Million in Local Grants Through Regional Philanthropic Partnership

Green Bay, WI – The Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region, Greater Green Bay Community Foundation, and Oshkosh Area Community Foundation are proud to announce the distribution of $1.5 million in grants through the 2025 Otto Bremer Trust Community Responsive Fund. This regional philanthropic partnership leverages the combined knowledge of the three foundations to address urgent needs and opportunities across 10 counties in Northeast Wisconsin.

Building on last year’s pilot, the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region was once again selected as one of seven intermediaries to administer the 2025 Otto Bremer Trust Community Responsive Fund. New this year, an expanded partnership with the Oshkosh Area and Greater Green Bay community foundations broadened the reach of the initiative, enabling grants to support nonprofit organizations advancing work in literacy, foster care and adoption, children’s health and disability services, mental health, and capital projects for hospitals and clinics.

“We were pleased to be selected for a second year as an intermediary for the Otto Bremer Trust Community Responsive Fund,” said Curt Detjen, President and CEO of the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region. “Through our collaboration with the Greater Green Bay Community Foundation and the Oshkosh Area Community Foundation, we were able to expand to 10 counties making an important impact.”

Through this collaboration, each community foundation led a local invitation and application process tailored to the needs of their respective communities.

The following organizations were selected to receive funding based on alignment with the Otto Bremer Trust’s focus areas and the potential for meaningful impact in their service areas:

  • ADVOCAP: To enhance literacy support at Head Start programs in the rural communities of Markesan and Ripon, including daily literacy activities, culturally responsive reading materials, and routine vision screenings.
  • Apricity: To support the Residential Treatment Program, focused on the treatment of co-occurring substance use disorders and mental health disorders.
  • Aspiro: To provide comprehensive early intervention for children with disabilities and their families.
  • Bay Area Workforce Development Board: To coordinate resources, provide training, and offer support for local organizations serving youth transitioning out of foster care.
  • Boys & Girls Club of the Bay and Lakes Region: To support direct, targeted mental health services for the most vulnerable youth.
  • Boys & Girls Clubs of the Fox Valley: To provide mental health services for youth through a comprehensive and holistic model of care, including clinical and evidence-based practices for children and their families.
  • Boys & Girls Club of Tri-County Area: To help children ages 0–5 build strong language skills through books, songs, sign language, and play-based learning—while actively engaging and equipping families in under-resourced communities with tools and resources to foster literacy at home.
  • Brown County Oral Health Partnership: To provide dental care for low-income children in clinics, hospitals, and schools.
  • CAP Services: To support the early childhood development program in Waupaca and Waushara Counties.
  • Catalpa Health: To support mental health and psychiatry programs for youth at the Appleton and Oshkosh clinics.
  • Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Green Bay: To provide improved access for mental health counseling for area youth and families.
  • CORE Treatment Services: To meet the growing demand for trauma-informed clinical care for individuals impacted by substance use and co-occurring mental health disorders in Shawano and Waupaca counties.
  • Covey: To support two vital programs for youth with disabilities: iCanBike, which teaches bike-riding skills to boost independence and health, and Let’s Talk About It, which equips young adults with tools to build healthy relationships and prevent abuse.
  • CP: To provide pediatric occupational, physical, and speech-language therapy for children with disabilities.
  • Diverse Options: To support youth with developmental disabilities ages 10–19 through age-appropriate classroom instruction and community engagement that build life, social, and vocational skills while offering real-world practice, fostering confidence.
  • Encompass Early Education & Care: To support high-quality, affordable early childhood care centers providing literacy development and wraparound care.
  • Family Services of Northeast Wisconsin: To support the Parent Connection Program, improving children’s health outcomes and social, emotional and developmental well-being.
  • Golden House: To provide free on-site licensed professional counseling for adults and children who have experienced domestic abuse.
  • Greater Green Bay YMCA: To provide recreational programming for youth with physical and cognitive disabilities.
  • HeadsUp Fox Cities: To support programming for foster youth and former foster youth ages 16–24.
  • Remarkable (formerly known as Lakeside Packaging Plus): To support teens with disabilities (ages 13–19) in Winnebago County through structured programs that build skills, confidence, and character, empowering them to make positive life choices with guidance and strong role models.
  • N.E.W. Community Clinic: For expanded pediatric healthcare services for uninsured and low-income children and adolescents.
  • New Hope Center: To provide recreational programming for youth with physical and cognitive disabilities in Calumet County.
  • NorthLakes Community Clinic: To provide school-based behavioral health services in Oconto County.
  • Oshkosh Community YMCA: To enhance early literacy for children ages 0–5 through language-rich childcare programs that build skills in listening, speaking, reading, and writing—laying a strong foundation for school readiness and long-term academic success.
  • Partnership Community Health Center: To support improved health outcomes of pediatric patients through the Community Health Worker initiative.
  • Rawhide: To support trauma-informed, outpatient behavioral health therapy for youth at the Boys & Girls Club of Oshkosh and school-based services in the Oshkosh Area and Omro School Districts as well as the expansion of services into neighboring rural communities.
  • Reach Counseling Services: To sustain and strengthen trauma-responsive mental health services for survivors of sexual violence across Winnebago, Outagamie, and Calumet counties.
  • Samaritan Counseling: To support youth counseling services for K-12 students across northeast Wisconsin.
  • Tri-County Dental Clinic: To provide free quality oral health care to children in Calumet, Outagamie, and Winnebago counties.
  • Unity Hospice: For pediatric hospice, palliative, and grief care for children and their families.
  • Us 2 Behavioral Health Care: To provide clinical mental health services.
  • Winnebago Area Literacy Council: To eliminate language and literacy barriers for multilingual learners by providing free, learner-centered English instruction and tutoring to build communication skills, foster community integration, and support educational and workforce success.
  • Wise Women Gathering Place: To support the expansion of clinical mental health services for individuals impacted by domestic violence, sexual assault, sex trafficking, and victims of crime.

The Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region awarded $600,000 in grants to 13 nonprofit organizations through the Otto Bremer Trust (OBT) Community Responsive Fund

Grant recipients awarded through the Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region include:

  • Apricity
  • Boys & Girls Clubs of the Fox Valley
  • CORE Treatment Services
  • Family Services of Northeast Wisconsin
  • New Hope Center
  • Partnership Community Health Center
  • REACH Counseling
  • Samaritan Counseling
  • Us 2 Behavioral Health

Co-funding with Oshkosh Area Community Foundation:

  • CAP Services
  • Catalpa Health
  • HeadsUp Fox Cities
  • Tri-County Dental

The Greater Green Bay Community Foundation awarded $525,000 in grants to 13 nonprofit organizations through the Otto Bremer Trust (OBT) Community Responsive Fund.

“We are honored to help bring these critical resources into our community and direct them where they are needed most,” said Amber Paluch, Senior Vice President of Community Impact for the Greater Green Bay Community Foundation. “Our relationships with local nonprofits and understanding of the region’s challenges allow us to connect funding with organizations that are creating real, lasting impact in people’s lives.”

Grant recipients awarded through the Greater Green Bay Community Foundation include:

  • Aspiro
  • Bay Area Workforce Development Board
  • Boys & Girls Club of the Bay and Lakes Region
  • Brown County Oral Health Partnership
  • Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Green Bay
  • CP
  • Encompass Early Education & Care
  • Golden House
  • Greater Green Bay YMCA
  • N.E.W. Community Clinic
  • NorthLakes Community Clinic
  • Unity Hospice
  • Wise Women Gathering Place

The Oshkosh Area Community Foundation awarded $375,000 in grants to 12 nonprofit organizations through the Otto Bremer Trust (OBT) Community Responsive Fund –

“It’s exciting to bring more grant funding into our region, especially for the rural communities we know and care about,” said Amy Putzer, Director of Programs at the Oshkosh Area Community Foundation. “There just aren’t many funders serving our tri-county service area, so support from the Otto Bremer Trust goes a long way. With a focus on children’s health and mental health, literacy, foster care and adoption, and services for youth with disabilities, these grants will help fill critical gaps. And thanks to our local knowledge and relationships, we’re in a unique position to help these dollars reach the people and programs that need them most.”

Grant recipients awarded through the Oshkosh Area Community Foundation include:

  • ADVOCAP
  • Boys & Girls Club of Tri-County Area
  • Covey
  • Diverse Options
  • Lakeside Packaging Plus
  • Oshkosh Community YMCA
  • Rawhide, Inc.
  • Winnebago Area Literacy Council

Co-funding with Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region:

Tri-County Dental

CAP Services

Catalpa Health

HeadsUp Fox Cities

For Back-to-School Shoppers, Shopping Early Leads to Savings

NORTH CENTRAL WISCONSIN—Across north central Wisconsin and beyond, back-to-school and back-to-college spending has begun.  Out of concern for rising prices, two-thirds (67%) of back-to-school shoppers had already begun purchasing items for the upcoming school year as of early July, according to the annual survey by the National Retail Federation and Prosper Insights & Analytics. That’s up from 55% last year and is the highest since NRF started tracking early shopping in 2018. 

“With rising prices, families can stay on budget for back-to-school spending by shopping at their local Goodwill NCW store”, said Chris Talton, Vice President of Donated Goods – Retail Operations.  “Even better, by doing so, they’re supporting job programs for individuals in our community who have a goal of learning new skills themselves.  It really is a win-win for everybody.” 

Shopping secondhand can make a big difference for families striving to stay on budget with students in elementary through high school.  These families plan to spend an average of $858.07 on clothing, shoes, school supplies and electronics. Total spending is expected to rise to $39.4 billion, up from $38.8 billion last year. Additional findings from the survey include:

  • K-12 shoppers are budgeting $295.81 on average for electronics ($13.6 billion total), $249.36 for clothing and accessories ($11.4 billion total), $169.13 for shoes ($7.8 billion total) and $143.77 for school supplies ($6.6 billion total).
  • The top three categories for college spending include electronics, dorm or apartment furnishings and clothing and accessories.
  • College students and their families are planning to spend an average of $1,325.85, on back-to-school items this year.

Budget-friendly tips at Goodwill NCW

  • New donations are added to the store shelves daily. Shop often. Frequency and quick decision-making can pay off for finding one-of-a-kind treasures.
  • Search beyond clothing. Check the aisles for belts, purses, backpacks, dorm-room essentials, shoes, desk décor, blankets and more.
  • Donated items with the color tag of the week are 50% off the ticketed price. Also, shop clearance racks for extra savings.

Tips for shopping secondhand for back-to-school at Goodwill NCW

  • Shop for new items with tags. Just because items are at a secondhand store doesn’t mean they have been worn or used before.
  • Join our loyalty program to save money.  Goodwill NCW offers a “Good Points” loyalty program where customers can earn rewards.
  • Find items that are out of season, like fall and winter coats. Families can often find great-quality coats for a fraction of the cost of new outerwear.
  • Check out bags. Find inexpensive laptop bags, backpacks and totes for a variety of uses—to hold library books, craft supplies, toys for kids in the car, workout necessities for after school, clothes for sports practices and much more.
  • Find name brand options like The North Face, Adidas, Nike, Under Armour and more that are new to you and budget friendly.

One of the best benefits of shopping at Goodwill NCW, is the impact it has on our community.  Thanks to donors and shoppers, last year, the collective annual income of individuals served by Goodwill NCW increased by $4.5 million.

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About Goodwill North Central Wisconsin (Goodwill NCW)

Goodwill NCW is a nonprofit organization with a mission of Elevating People by Eliminating Barriers to Employment. We are committed to understanding and addressing the unique needs of our communities. We empower individuals and families, creating a lasting impact by breaking cycles of poverty and transforming lives through skill-building for sustained employment and improved financial stability. We see people for who they are and believe in the power of work, within our retail stores and workplaces throughout our community. We are proud of the life-changing impact we make in our communities and to our planet with the help of our donors and shoppers. Learn more at goodwillncw.org

Mao Lor: A Journey Through Hmoob Paj Ntaub Opens at the Neville Public Museum

Green Bay, WI – July 28, 2025 – Mao Lor is a Green Bay artist and maker who has been creating Hmoob paj ntaub (Hmong textiles) that convey the vitality of Hmoob art, history, and culture for over forty years. The exhibition features three dozen of Lor’s intricately hand-sewn and embroidered artworks, which include pieces using traditional methods and patterns and those that reflect contemporary innovations used for storytelling.
 
The exhibition is organized by the Paine Art Center and Gardens in partnership with the Hmong Studies program at the University of Wisconsin Oshkosh.

Mao Lor: A Journey through Hmoob Paj Ntaubis on display August 2nd through October 26, 2025.

For more information, please visit: https://www.nevillepublicmuseum.org/plan-your-visit/exhibits/current-exhibits/community-exhibit-space/

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