The Council welcomes Kathleen Callen as the newest Program Associate. She will manage event sign-ups and logistics, keep the Council’s website up to date, and may talk with store customers and clients on the phone while working the front desk. “I am super excited to be working at the Council because of the people,” Kathleen… Continue Reading Meet Kathleen Callen, the Council’s Newest Program Associate
State agencies play a critical role in how the Wisconsin government operates. They create policies and put laws into action. Did You Know? There are 61 state agencies in Wisconsin. Here is the full list. Throughout the years, the Council has worked to build relationships with state agencies. This article highlights the work of the… Continue Reading The Importance of Building Relationships with State Agencies
THANK YOU for making The Big Share a success for the Council and the other non-profit organizations who participated under the umbrella of Community Shares of Wisconsin! The Council received gifts totaling $3,972 from 56 individuals. Special thanks to Council staff for 100% participation and to Council board members for their challenge match of $685!… Continue Reading Big Thank You for Big Share
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Age-related macular degeneration (AMD) is a leading cause of vision loss in the United States. According to the National Eye Institute (NEI) more than 2 million Americans have some form of AMD. It is most common in adults over the age of 50. This eye disease can blur central vision, and can cause difficulty with… Continue Reading Age-Related Macular Degeneration & Vitamins
After 35 years of service on the Council board of directors, Kathleen Brockman announced she is resigning to attend to her health. “I have enjoyed the many years of serving on the Council and will miss that part of my life,” says Kathy. “Thank you for understanding and for the support.” Serving in any capacity… Continue Reading Thank You and Farewell to Kathy Brockman
2019 Council scholarship recipient, Hunter Lemerond, is finishing her senior year at UW-La Crosse. The Management and Marketing major is applying her degree toward a career in human resources. She recently sat down with Katherine Corbett, Council Writer, to discuss her decision to pursue an HR career, what she has learned along her journey to… Continue Reading Student Spotlight: Hunter Lemerond
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