La Crosse Area Community Foundation

06/11/2026

Last Thursday, we had the privilege of hosting our Annual Fund Holder Appreciation & Celebration of Giving event. Thanks to State Bank Financial and Trust Point, we were able to bring together an incredible group for a truly special evening.

During the event, we proudly presented the 2026 Forever Friends Award to Tom and Judy Sleik in recognition of their outstanding dedication to making the La Crosse area a better place.

We also had the opportunity to hear from Mai Tia Yang of the HCCC, along with inspiring remarks from LACF board members.

Thank you to everyone who joined us, we’re so grateful to celebrate this community with you!

05/31/2026

Cheers to some truly remarkAble women and one remarkAble night! ✨ Thank you for sharing the evening with us and empowering those of all abilities throughout the Coulee Region, Aptiv! 👀 check out the two title holders sponsored by LACF, Miss Thoughtful 💭 and Miss Creative 🎨 Congratulations!

05/28/2026

At La Crosse Area Community Foundation, we’re proud to support programs that do more than meet basic needs, they build connection and community. 💜🌱

Through a recent grant, Come for Supper continues to serve warm meals while also creating a welcoming space where neighbors can gather, feel seen, and feel supported.

This is what local philanthropy looks like in action at Our Savior's Lutheran Church in La Crosse.

Read the full story now: https://www.lacrosseareafoundation.org/grant-stories/2026/04/come-for-supper-feeds-more-than-hunger/

05/25/2026

Due to the holiday, our office is closed today! ✨

05/20/2026

Episode 4 is live 🎙️

This week, we’re exploring collaboration with Carrie Thompson from Sustainability Institute to explore what it takes, why it matters, and how it’s shaping the La Crosse community.

From real experiences in our Nonprofit Capacity Building cohort to insights on building trust, sharing ideas, and working better together, this episode is full of takeaways for nonprofits and community members alike.

🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube!

05/15/2026

Caps off to graduation season! 🎓

As graduation season is in full swing, we’re celebrating the high school and college graduates across our community. Through our scholarship funds, we’re honored to support students as they take the next step toward their goals and futures.

Congratulations to the Class of 2026—we can’t wait to see where you go from here. ✨

05/13/2026

Some of her favorite friends and dearest colleagues joined us in celebrating ✨ Diane’s retirement ✨ on Tuesday. We’ll miss her stories, her tenacity, her laugh, and Bert 🐶 will miss getting way more treats than his mom allows! Thank you, Diane, for your commitment to LACF, your dedication to making the La Crosse area a welcoming community, and your many years of nonprofit service. ♥️

05/08/2026

We’re so excited to support ✨Miss RemarkAble ✨ this year and look forward to celebrating the unique and remarkAble qualities all of these wonderful women bring to our community! Join us there! ♥️

Another huge thank you to our sponsors and supporters for the Miss RemarkAble event coming up. This exciting and inspiring event is happening because of YOUR support and we couldn't be more grateful. The Harris-Eyo Family, Hale Skemp, La Crosse Area Community Foundation, Rod's Ride On Powersports, and Fowler & Hammer, Inc. are just a few of our amazing supporters.

Did you get your tickets yet for this remarkable event? If not, get them now before tickets sell out! It is an afternoon you don't want to miss out on. Join us and cheer on the contestants!

05/07/2026

Some gifts go beyond giving—they ensure a legacy lives on. ✨

This donor story shares how one individual’s vision wasn’t just about giving back, but about honoring loved ones and making sure their stories are never forgotten. Through thoughtful philanthropy, their impact will continue to shape our community for generations to come.

At LACF, we’re honored to help turn meaningful memories into lasting impact. For good. Forever. 💜

🔗 https://www.lacrosseareafoundation.org/donor-stories/2026/04/so-they-arent-forgotten/