Project 16:49

09/04/2026

School is here and we are working on providing backpacks to different schools in Rock County. We are proud to support Beloit Learning Academy's students in achieving success this school year. Thank you to all the donations that made this possible. Here is to a great school year!✏🎒

09/04/2026

🍽🍷 Good food. Great wine. An incredible cause.
Project 16:49 is pairing with Timber Hill Winery to bring you a night you will not forget! On September 17th, we are excited to invite you to our first annual Fields of Flavor: A Farm to Table & Wine Experience. The night promises a four-course dining experience with spectacular wine pairings each round. Don't forget the best part, each ticket goes to supporting unaccompanied, homeless youth of Rock County. Scan the QR code below for pricing.

09/04/2026

Join us for an evening that is both memorable & meaningful...
Fields of Flavor
Thursday, September 17th
Timber Hill Winery
Cocktails & Grazing Table - 5 PM; Dinner Service - 6:30 PM

Experience a farm-to-table dinner in the vineyard featuring four thoughtfully curated courses, each complemented by a specially selected wine. Additional wine and specialty cocktails also will be available for purchase.

Proceeds benefit Project 16:49's Transitional Living Program - helping youth experiencing homelessness find safety, stability and support as they prepare for and transition to independent living.

Advance tickets are required and may be purchased here:

Fields of Flavor - A Farm to Table & Wine Experience – Timber Hill Winery, Thu Sep 17, 2026 - Join us for an unforgettable evening where food, wine and community come together to create a lasting impact.  Fields of Flavor is more than a beautiful farm-to-table dinner. It is an opportunity to inve...

09/03/2026

09/02/2026

𝙒𝙞𝙨𝙝𝙡𝙞𝙨𝙩 𝙒𝙚𝙙𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙙𝙖𝙮
Many of our youth love to read. So, to celebrate National 'Read a Book' Day - coming up on September 6th - we thought it would be a great time to update & restock the bookcases at our TLPs. We've added multiple series and stand-alone books to our Amazon wishlist if you'd like to help. Here's the link: https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/2BZF8OD46F10O

Reading can contribute to youth's improved mental health.
An engaging book provides a constructive escape from daily pressures and allows youth to process their emotions. Reading can help reduce anxiety, improve focus, and encourage optimism - especially during stressful periods. Thank you for supporting positive activities for our youth 💚

08/28/2026

Congratulations to our youth on hitting this huge milestone!
A major achievement has been made for one of our youth. He has been working with Project 16:49 for the past year. This past week, we got the joy of seeing him move into his first apartment, helping him create his personal home. We are proud of the work he has put in to get here, and send our warmest wishes for his continued success.

08/28/2026

We are absolutely thrilled to invite you to Fields of Flavor: A Farm to Table & Wine Experience on September 17th!🍽🍷
The night promises an amazing four-course dinner, each course being accompanied by its perfect wine pairing. The best part? Every ticket supports Project 16:49 in providing safe shelter, meals, and crucial life skills for unaccompanied homeless youth in Rock County. Scan the QR code and get your tickets today!

08/27/2026

A huge thank you to Arianna from Stephen Mack Middle School for choosing Project 16:49 for her National Honor Society project! She collected hygiene and cleaning products to support youth in our community.

We are so grateful for her kindness, generosity, and commitment to giving back- Thank you, Arianna, for making a difference!

08/26/2026

𝙒𝙞𝙨𝙝𝙡𝙞𝙨𝙩 𝙒𝙚𝙙𝙣𝙚𝙨𝙙𝙖𝙮
Today is National Toilet Paper Day, and we cannot skip celebrating that! At Project 16:49, we appreciate every donation related to cleanliness, especially the most basic essentials. So today, we are asking for toilet paper, toilet bowl cleaner, and laundry pods. Information on where and how to donate can be found in the image below. Every donation supports our youth as they work to build a better future. 💚

These and other items are available on our Amazon wish list:
https://www.amazon.com/registries/gl/guest-view/2BZF8OD46F10O?ref_=cm_sw_r_cp_ud_ggr-subnav-share_K1W36NIPHPJ3TRM14Y6M

08/21/2026

Congratulations to our top finishers at this year's Race for a Place to Call Home! We had an amazing turnout - 179 participants - and everyone brought their A-game, using every step to bring security to youth all around Rock County. 💚

16:49 5K Challenge Competitors
1st - Ben Spiegelhoff 16:58.4
2nd - Luke Grinvalds 17:06.8

5K Overall Female
1st - Julianna Moran 20:04
2nd - Whitney Shippert 21:10
3rd - Kari Zavala 24:46

5K Overall Male
1st - Juan Moran 16:16
2nd - Tucker Robinson 19:47
3rd - Dan Heldt 20:16

10K Overall Female
1st - Alexa Benjamin 49:21
2nd - Julie Bendtsen 53:11
3rd - Kortney Karnok 55:18

10K Overall Male
1st - Dan Palmer 38:53
2nd - Rick Faber 39:16
3rd - Shilo Titus 44:47

More photos will be uploaded shortly.
Photos by: Have Camera Wisconsin - Tom Edwards Photography and Video and HeatherWalker Photography