The Oshkosh Area Community Foundation is a non-profit organization created by and for the people of Winnebago County, Waushara County, Green Lake County and Ripon. Through our 585 charitable funds, we distribute grants to support projects that make our communities better places to live. In 2008, we awarded $6.9 million to non-profit organizations supporting everything from arts and culture to poverty and basic needs.
Many Oshkosh non-profit leaders say 2024 was a generous year for the community.The Salvation Army provides one-on-one case management, a food pantry and hot lunches every weekday.The organization...more
After 37 years in the grocery business, Webster's Marketplace in Ripon, Wis., is closing its doors for good on Nov.
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That's because the family that has owned and operated the store since...more
McCray's performance is sponsored by Anonymous Friends of Thrasher Opera House Who Love the Blues, Heidel House Hotel and Conference Center, Goose Blind and Sturgeon Spirits.Tickets are $30 and are...more
The Ripon Public Library will undergo a $1.8 million renovation to both its interior and exterior.The renovation will include the addition of three enclosed collaboration spaces, as well as enlarged...more
A nurse in Fond du Lac, Wis., is this year's recipient of the DAISY Award, given to those who go "above and beyond" to provide excellent patient care.
Haley Birschbach, a nurse in medical...more
Monika Mitchell, founder of Good Business New York, asks, Do You Have What it Takes to Be a Social Entrepreneur? She lists down the five P’s essential in every entrepreneur: Passion. Purpose. Plan. Partner. Profit.