YHDP Housing Navigators

05/13/2026

🧠💬 Living with a mental health condition in Wisconsin? You are not alone. Join our virtual Peer Support Group, a safe space created by and for people with lived experience.

🔗 namiwisconsin.org/being-together

05/05/2026

Housing impacts all of us — and La Crosse Housing Week is bringing the community together to learn, connect, and be part of the conversation. 🏠

From panel discussions and walking tours to film nights and conversations about zoning, affordability, and the future of housing in our community, there are free events happening all week long. Whether you’re passionate about housing advocacy, curious to learn more, or simply want to get involved locally, there’s something for everyone.

Together, we can help shape a more accessible and affordable future for our community.

💙 Check out the full schedule of events here: Habitat for Humanity

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12/02/2025

Youth-led climate action in motion! 🌱✨

Over 5 months, our YAB crew created DIY planting kits—complete with guides and planters made from both handmade and recycled materials—to help make food growing accessible for everyone, regardless of their living situation or space. Over 180 kits were shared with the community!

We are so proud of this team for putting creativity, sustainability, and community care into action. It is amazing to be honored for the incredible work that they do. 💛

Special thanks to: Joe Northwood, Erin Raymus, Mandy Lomen, Jim Schlax, Barb Schlax, and Elizabeth Fryseth

11/27/2025

Happy Thanksgiving.

Yesterday we celebrated with Caresgiving for our YHDP Program!

11/24/2025

Join us for a Thanksgiving dinner on Tuesday, November 25th to celebrate our BGC Families! 🦃

10/27/2025

We love seeing community care in action 💛

created this printable, foldable zine featuring Little Free Pantries and food resources across the Driftless region. Download, print, and share to help spread access to food in our community!

10/24/2025

🌱 Pop-Up Alert! 🌱

Our Youth Action Board (YAB) will be at the La Crosse Farmers Market TODAY from 3:30–6:30 PM outside City Hall!

Stop by our table to say hi and grab one of our free planters 🌿 — made and shared by youth in our community!

Come learn more about our YAB & Youth Homelessness Demonstration Program (YHDP) and how young people are helping shape solutions to end youth homelessness in La Crosse. 💜

10/15/2025

Today is Ranchfest! 🍂🪵🍁🍕

Starting this evening at 4pm, we will be tabling at this incredible event. Whether it is free food, resources, or an excuse to get out of the house, you won't want to miss this!

📍La Crosse Pizza Ranch

Mark your calendars for TOMORROW NIGHT! 🎉 It's Ranch Fest at Pizza Ranch! 🎉 This is a FREE outdoor community event filled with fun, food, and fellowship!

What to expect ✨:
🗒️Vendors with community resources
🍕 Free food and outdoor games
🎶 Music and activities for all ages
📸 Free back-to-school photos by Ashli Buchholtz & Vivace Photography (4:45–5:45 PM)

Wednesday October 15th, 2025 | 4 - 8 PM | La Crosse Pizza Ranch
More details >>> https://lacrosselocal.com/event/ranch-fest-2025-pizza-ranch/

10/15/2025

Looking for some direction on your career path? 💼✨
DWD Career Navigators can help you explore job options, connect with training, and find resources that fit your goals — all for free!

📍 Stop by the La Crosse Public Library (Main Branch) — walk-ins welcome!

Looking for career navigation assistance? The DWD provides free navigation services to expand career opportunities at the local level. Our Career Navigators will work with you to identify your interests, values, and conditions of work. We will help connect you to resources, trainings, and in-demand career paths in your area.

Set-up an appointment by emailing: [email protected] or calling 715-836-5175. Walk-ins are also welcome.

*Walk-ins should visit the table set-up on the first floor near the Welcome desk/South entrance.

10/10/2025

The 2026 Energy Assistance Season begins October 1!

Our Energy Assistance team will be mailing letters to select fixed-income clients who have applied in the past. If you receive a letter asking you to recertify your application, please know this is directly from our team.

👉 Have questions? Call us at 608-785-5582.

Regular Energy Assistance applications for the 2026 season aren’t open yet—stay tuned for more updates soon!