Category: Philanthropy
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Donors Offer $7,000 Matching Challenge to Salvation Army
Two generous donors have stepped forward with a challenge of matching donations up to $7,000 for the last seven days of The Salvation Army Red Kettle Christmas campaign. The dates run from Dec. 17 through Dec. 24. Having donations being doubled helps create an incentive to not pass by the kettles this last week before […]
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Christmas Bird Count, Holiday Tunes & More Weekend Plans
It’s the weekend before Christmas – why not share in the holiday spirit with your friends and community during this weekend’s play readings, holiday concerts and a special tailgate fundraiser for Sunday’s game? Friday, December 16 Holiday Readings Door County’s Learning in Retirement’s Winter Reading Theater presents the beloved classics, A Child’s Christmas in Wale […]
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Sevastopol Student Council and Gibraltar DECA presented Marsha Wilson, Jacksonport resident and Fire Department member, with a check from their Thanksgiving Day Parade fundraiser and a check from the Jacksonport Fire Fighter’s Association. In addition to supporting Wilson, $1,350 of the funds raised sponsors Christmas gifts for three families in need and food cards for […]
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By the Numbers: Charitable Giving
In a new survey conducted by WalletHub, Wisconsin is ranked 9th in the nation for charitable giving. The eight states that rank higher begin with Utah at the top of the pile, followed by Minnesota, North Dakota, Maryland, Oklahoma, Delaware, New Hampshire and Ohio. Arizona had the worst ranking, followed by California, Texas, Nevada […]
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Door County Tavern League Donates to Chop and Shop Program
Mike Lautenbach, right, president of The Tavern League of Door County, presented a check for $250 to Chop and Shop in Door County. The league is requesting matching funds from the Tavern League of Wisconsin charitable foundation. Submitted.
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St. Luke’s Episcopal Church Makes Donation to Door County Secret Santa
St. Luke’s Episcopal Church each year sets aside more than five percent of its operating budget to support ministries and programs beyond the church. They seek a balance between local, regional and global ministries and programs. This year, one of the programs receiving a gift is Door County Secret Santa, which was given $1,000. Secret […]
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Mr. G’s Logan Creek Grille Takes Home 1st Place at Rib Fest
Neighbor to Neighbor hosted its eighth annual Rib Fest on Nov. 12 at The Lodge at Leathem Smith. The event featured nine local chefs representing Casey’s BBQ & Smokehouse, Mr. G’s Logan Creek Grille, The Lodge at Leathem Smith, Door County Fire Company, Julie’s Park Café & Motel, Jeff’s Sports Bar & Grill, Young Automotive […]
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Thanksgiving Day Parade, Holiday Festivities & More Weekend Plans
It’s all about family, friends and community this weekend in Door County! Join the generous folks in Jacksonport for the annual Thanksgiving Day Parade on Thursday, head to Sister Bay and Egg Harbor for a weekend of festive fun, and shop local on Small Business Saturday. Thursday, November 24 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade It’s the […]
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2016 Jacksonport Thanksgiving Day Parade to Benefit Marsha Wilson
For 20 years, a grassroots group of caring individuals has hosted a quirky parade on Thanksgiving Day to raise funds to help their neighbors. This year the parade, starting at 10:30 am, will benefit Jacksonport native Marsha Wilson. Wilson, a veteran of the Jacksonport Fire Department and a first responder, developed physical damage to her […]
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Nicolet National Bank Presents Donation to Go Bo! Foundation
Bridgett Starr, Sister Bay branch manager for Nicolet National Bank, presents a $1,500 check to Annika Johnson and Rolf Johnson of the Go Bo! Foundation from fundraising efforts the bank conducted, during the Sister Bay Branch Re-Opening/Open House celebration last week. Submitted.
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Neighbor to Neighbor Receives Grant for Medical Equipment Loan Program
The Door County Community Foundation, Inc., through the Ruth & Hartley Barker Memorial Fund, the John & Nell Herlache Community Impact Fund, and the Barb & Mike Madden Fund, has awarded a sustainability grant of $2,500 to Neighbor to Neighbor Volunteer Caregivers to support their Medical Equipment Loan Program through the purchase of bariatric-sized durable […]
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Go Bo! Foundation Bake Sale and Bone Marrow Jam Held Fall Fest Weekend
The 5th Annual Go Bo! Foundation Bake Sale will be held Oct. 14-16, 9 am to 5 pm, next to Al Johnson’s Swedish Restaurant in Sister Bay. Thousands of beautifully decorated cookies donated by cookie artists from around the world will be sold to benefit the Go Bo! Foundation. There will also be a Bone […]
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Door County Humane Society to Hold Shoe Drive through Nov. 12
The Door County Humane Society (DCHS) is collecting new or gently used shoes for people in developing countries. The shelter is partnering with the Funds2Orgs agency, which will give DCHS $0.40 for every pair of shoes collected. DCHS is aiming to collect 2,500 pairs of shoes in order to reach their $1,000 goal. “It’s a […]
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SCAND Auxiliary’s Cinderella Story
Many of the people who attended the 27th annual luncheon and style show sponsored by the SCAND Auxiliary at Gordon Lodge in early September knew exactly why the event was held and what the auxiliary has accomplished in the past 35 years. But for the first 25 years, luncheon/style show attendance was limited to auxiliary […]
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Night Photography Tips, Little Eddie Big Cup & More Weekend Plans
Just like that, September makes way for October. Take in the sights and sounds of autumn’s glory with a twilight tour of Eagle Bluff Lighthouse, stock up on handcrafted wearable art, or head to Potawatomi State Park to learn more about the plants lining the peninsula’s forest floors. Friday, September 30 Night Photography Know-How Join […]
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Altrusa’s Back-to-School Fair Awarded Two More Grants
Altrusa International of Door County was recently awarded two grants for their Back-to-School Fair by the Ruth & Hartley Barker Memorial Fund of the Door County Community Foundation and the Walmart Foundation. A $2,000 grant from the Ruth & Hartley Barker Memorial Fund, part of the Door County Community Foundation, will be used to provide […]
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Hardy Gallery Receives Sustainability Grant to Upgrade Technology
The Door County Community Foundation has awarded the Frances Hardy Center for the Arts a Sustainability Grant from the Ruth & Hartley Barker Memorial Fund and the William C. & Marjorie W. Glenn Endowment Fund. This grant will cover the expenses of upgrading the Hardy Gallery’s technology, specifically a retail point of sale kit. The […]
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Chobots Make Annual Sept. 11th Check Presentation to Veterans Service Council
Scott “Doc” and Phyllis “PJ” Chobot made their fifth annual Sept. 11 check presentation of $1,200 to Joe Heilman, chair of the Door County Veterans Service Council. The money the Chobots donated will be used to help needy veterans in Door County. Doc and PJ encourage everyone to make regular donations to help our veterans. […]
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Artrageous Women’s Fund Benefit Celebrates 70+ Door County Female Artists
The Women’s Fund of Door County invites the community to the second annual Artrageous Benefit featuring more than 70 recognized Door County women artists on Sept. 24 at the Rehberger’s Hidden Acres Farm, 1128 Beach Rd., Sister Bay. “Fostering her appreciation for the arts” and “Recognizing and honoring HER” are priorities for the Women’s Fund, […]
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“The 39 Steps,” Door County Century & More Weekend Plans
This weekend, take some time to celebrate the upcoming fall season. Get lost in a corn maze, squish some grapes, or bike across the county. Friday, Sept. 9 Art/Speaks Come to write and to share work. This writing lab is for those interested in writing in response to art. 11:30 am – 1 pm. […]