Category: Philanthropy
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Habitat for Humanity Raises $2,000 Running For a Cause
Door County Habitat for Humanity is grateful to Tim Kowols, Kay Smith, Mary Van Dyke, and David Van Dyke for raising money while participating in the Nicolet Bay 5K and Door County Half Marathon. All four participated in the Run for a Cause program, raising money and awareness prior to the race, and sporting shirts […]
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Melody Hargis Earns Jody Boes Scholarship
During National Nurses Week the Jody Boes Scholarship, set up in 2017 by Bill and Pam Welter, was awarded to Melody Hargis. The scholarship provides nurses pursuing an advanced degree at either the Master’s or Doctorate level with $2,500 to apply toward their tuition. Hargis has been a nurse at Door County Medical Center (DCMC) […]
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Algoma Youth Club Hosts Free Dog Leash Clinic May 19
On May 19, 12:30 to 1:30 pm, dog owners are invited to a free leash manners clinic at the Algoma Youth Club. Everyone is welcome but please leave pets at home. The clinic is part of a fundraising effort for a microchip scanner for the Algoma Impound Facility, organized by Algoma High School sophomore Sadie […]
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Door County Community Foundation Purchases Nicolet Bank Building
The Door County Community Foundation announced it has purchased the former Baylake Conference Center and Clock Tower property from Nicolet National Bank. “Downtown Sturgeon Bay has had some rough news in recent months,” said Bret Bicoy, president and CEO of the Door County Community Foundation. “Yet we strongly believe that Door County’s largest downtown district […]
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New this week is Rocket, a two-year-old male tabby who was living on the streets of Sturgeon Bay and is ready for a home of his own. He had a minor injury to his paw when he arrived, but the Wisconsin Humane Society (WHS) Door County Campus got him cleaned up, healthy, and back in […]
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United Way Launches Live Well Initiative
United Way of Door County will revive an old health and wellness initiative in Door County by asking residents, organizations and agencies to join a new initiative: Live Well Door County. Be part of a movement to improve the overall health equity and well-being of Door County residents in mind, body and spirit. The United […]
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This is Tabby, a six-month-old domestic shorthair looking for a barn, stable, outbuilding or shed to patrol. She gets extremely stressed when confined indoors with people, so she’s gone into the Wisconsin Humane Society – Door County Campus Barn Cat program. Tabby will keep mice and other rodents away from your property in return for […]
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Success through Service: Event Planner Carrie Baldwin Smith
For wedding planner Carrie Baldwin Smith, this past March marked a full 20 years of answering the needs and realizing the dreams of Door County brides and grooms. In that time Carrie has gone from flying solo and managing six weddings in a year, to employing two other planners and pulling off 40 to 50. […]
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Fundraiser Supporting Tina Torcivia Fight Against Breast Cancer
From May 1-20, a Pampered Chef fundraiser will be online in support of Tina Torcivia and her fight against breast cancer. Up to 25 percent of the total sales will go directly to Torcivia. Jolynn Reinhardt is the local Pampered Chef consultant who is running the fundraiser. To make a purchase, connect with Reinhardt on […]
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Shopko Foundation Grants $500 to Door County Medical Center Dental Clinic
The Shopko Foundation and the Door County Medical Center Foundation announced a $500 grant to the Door County Medical Center Dental Clinic. The funds from Shopko Foundation will help support the increased access to oral health care for low income people in the area. The Door County Medical Center Dental Clinic, located in Sturgeon Bay, […]
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Washington Island Foundation Announces 2018 Spring Campaign
The Washington Island Foundation announces a new 2018 spring campaign. This dollar-for-dollar matching opportunity in the amount of $20,000 is underway. Donations received by the Foundation or the Mosling Recreation Center for this campaign will benefit the Rec Center and go toward current operating expenses. This matching opportunity is offered by an anonymous donor and […]
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This week we are featuring Sammy! He’s 8 months old, a Beagle/Terrier mix, and he weighs 17 pounds. He was surrendered to us on March 14 because he was too energetic for his owners (they were older). He is looking for someone who can keep up with his puppy energy! He LOVES to play! He’s […]
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Door County Dentist Travels to Haiti to Help Set Up Clinic
Members from two northeastern Wisconsin dental clinics partnered with the Catholic Foundation for the Diocese of Green Bay – Sister Maria Marciano Projects to set-up and provide care at the first permanent dental clinic in Los Cacaos, Haiti. Dr. Chris Hansen of Two Rivers Family Dental and three members of his practice, along with Dr. […]
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Wisconsin Lions Camp to Hold Annual Hustle S’more Run/Walk Aug. 19
The Wisconsin Lions Camp, owned and operated by the Wisconsin Lions Foundation Inc., is holding its ninth annual Hustle S’more Run/Walk Aug. 18 to benefit its camp program. The 11-week summer camping program is provided free of charge to Wisconsin youth and adults. Camping sessions are scheduled for youth and adults who are blind or […]
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Sturgeon Bay Workgroup Offers Support to Honduran Medical Clinic
A Sturgeon Bay workgroup, combined with the efforts of the Rotary Club of Sturgeon Bay and the Board of World Mission of the Moravian Church, is supporting a rural clinic in Honduras. The workgroup has the collective goals of medical support for the clinic, construction support for the compound and assisting the infant feeding program. […]
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Sam Dekker, Olivia Harlan Ask for Donations in Lieu of Wedding Gifts
Badgers basketball star-turned NBA player Sam Dekker and ESPN reporter Olivia Harlan will tie the knot on July 14 in Door County, and in lieu of wedding gifts, the couple is asking family, friends, and fans to donate to Children’s Cancer Family Foundation (CCFF). The funds will help the organization fulfill its mission of serving families as they travel the difficult path of […]
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Fish Creek Mother-Daughter Duo Spreads Message of Kindness after Tragedy
In the eight days between receiving an email from Lara Bush-Pensy about a “feel good story” and sitting down with her outside her office at Little Sweden Resort in Fish Creek, a gunman opened fire in a Florida school, killing 17 students and adults. The act gave Bush-Pensy’s story new impact. The story was about […]
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“Door County Living” Unveils 2018 Philanthropy Cover
Every year, the Peninsula Pulse’s sister publication, Door County Living magazine, publishes a Philanthropy issue highlighting charitable people, organizations and efforts in Door County. Since 2009, the cover of the annual Philanthropy issue has been created in partnership with a Door County painter. These philanthropic-themed paintings not only grace the cover of the magazine but […]
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Egg Harbor Lions Club Makes Donation to Boys & Girls Club of Door County
The Egg Harbor Lions Club made a $500 donation to the Boys & Girls Club of Door County. Tom Vorpahl, David Van Dyke, Boys & Girls Club Executive Director Julie Davis and Kathy Sanden were on hand for the check presentation.
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People Leading by Example: Sheila Petroni of Neighbor to Neighbor
The geography of Door County provides nearly 300 miles of shoreline and scenic beauty, but it poses a great challenge for organizations trying to extend services to the northern reaches of the county. In 1993, Neighbor to Neighbor Volunteer Caregivers director Jackie Izyk visited churches to find someone to help extend their reach. She found […]