Category: Philanthropy
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NWTC Students Receive PEO Education Grants
Jamie Krauel of Algoma was home schooled, mostly in Florida, and was not at all eager to pursue further education – until she returned to Florida on her own and realized it would be much easier to support herself if she had a marketable skill. Now the recipient of a Continuing Education Program grant from […]
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Bret Bicoy: Your Generosity is Our Sustainability
In the physical world, “sustainability” generally refers to the use of resources in such a way that does neither permanent harm to the environment, nor depletes its natural resources. It is a state of ecological balance in which society’s impact on the world does not exceed the ability of nature to regenerate itself. While we […]
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Shepherd of the Bay Hosts Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser for Klaudia Crawford
A fundraiser for Klaudia Crawford, of Klaud’s Kitchen in Sister Bay, will be held Sept. 7, 4:30 – 8 pm, at Shepherd of the Bay Lutheran Church in Ellison Bay. The fundraiser is a spaghetti dinner and silent auction. An account has been established at North Shore Bank in Sister Bay to assist Klaudia with […]
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Altrusa Receives Women’s Fund Grant for Back-to-School Fair
Altrusa International of Door County recently received a generous grant from the Women’s Fund of Door County. Orlaine Gabert of the Women’s Fund presented Altrusan Cheri Meyvis with the check for $1,500. These funds have been used for school supplies, gym shoes, registration fees and backpacks for girls attending the Aug. 13 Back-to-School Fair. This […]
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Music, Words and Almost-Free-Beer
The Patience Band of Minneapolis will perform at a Sept. 12 fundraiser for two well-known local nonprofits, Write On, Door County and Door County Secret Santa. Scheduled for 7:30 pm in the Sister Bay Village Hall, the Music, Words and Almost-Free-Beer Fundraiser features music by The Patience Band and a spoken-word performance by Max Garland, […]
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Sunflower Cottage is Set to Open This Fall
Sunflower Cottage Life Enrichment Program, a service of Sunshine House Inc., is preparing to open doors for business this fall. As announced in April, Sunshine House Inc. has decided to take a service that they are already providing – adult day care – and expand that beyond those with developmental disabilities to include those with […]
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Neighbor to Neighbor Receives P.E.O. Grant
The Wisconsin P.E.O. Sisterhood H.E.L.P. (Helping Everyone Live Purposefully) Fund has awarded a Sarah Shinn Marshall Fund Grant to Neighbor to Neighbor Volunteer Caregivers of Door County. The grant was given to support their Medical Equipment Loan Program through the purchase of durable medical equipment in bariatric sizes to accommodate individuals weighing up to 500 […]
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We Are HOPE Inc. Honors Volunteers at Celebration of HOPE
We Are HOPE, Inc. will honor a number of important volunteers this year at the Celebration of HOPE event on Sept. 26 at Stone Harbor Resort & Conference Center in Sturgeon Bay. According to Sandy Duckett, CEO of We Are HOPE, Inc., “Volunteers play a critical role in any nonprofit organization. We are grateful to […]
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Breast Cancer Survivor Pitches In for Others
A Baileys Harbor breast cancer survivor has organized a co-ed slow pitch tournament to benefit local cancer charities. The Lavender Slow Pitch Series takes place Saturday, Aug. 20, at the Baileys Harbor Recreational Park, 2623 Summit Road. “I was diagnosed with Ductal Carcinoma In Situ, stage zero breast cancer, in June of last year,” said […]
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Malibu Moo’s Donates Portion of Sundae Proceeds to MS 50 Mile Challenge Walk
In August at Malibu Moo’s in Fish Creek, owner Mary Graff and her Moo Crew have pledged to donate 10 percent of the proceeds from their CPR Sundae to the MS 50 Mile Challenge Walk. This special sundae is named for their Door County EMS patrons. It starts with vanilla custard with caramel, pretzels and […]
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Door County Nonprofits Awarded Funds through R. Bruce & Alyce S. Kopseker Trust
The Greater Green Bay Community Foundation awarded $45,000 through the R. Bruce & Alyce S. Kopseker Trust to five initiatives that help people more than 60 years old, living primarily north of Sturgeon Bay, remain healthy and independent in their homes. These five initiatives are: Washington Island Community Health Program; Door-Tran Inc.; Door County Memorial […]
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St. Peter’s Cares Walk to Raise Money for Neighbor to Neighbor
St Peter’s Lutheran Church, Sturgeon Bay, is sponsoring “St. Peter’s Cares Walk” on Aug. 20, 8:30 to 10:30 am. All registration monies will be donated to Neighbor to Neighbor, a local nonprofit. The walk is 1- to 2.5-miles long through Sturgeon Bay. Maps will be available. Pre-registration is due Aug. 13. The cost is $15 […]
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Door County Habitat for Humanity Closes on Kimberley House
On July 25, Door County Habitat for Humanity closed on the former Kimberley House. The Kimberley House closed their doors in July 2015. In May, the Kimberley Foundation Board of Directors decided to offer the home, located at 33 N. Joliet in Sturgeon Bay, to Door County Habitat for Humanity. Steve Wilkie, Kimberley House board […]
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Help Door County Humane Society Reach New Campaign Goal of $100,000
Since July 5 the Door County Humane Society (DCHS) has been competing in the national Saving Pets Challenge. This challenge consists of hundreds of animal welfare organizations all competing to see who can raise the most money for their cause in 30 days. DCHS will compete from now until Aug. 4. “Our original goal was […]
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Tickets Available for 2016 Door Shakespeare Gala
Tickets for Door Shakespeare’s 2016 Annual Gala are now available. Celebrate the season at Woodwalk Gallery on July 31, 6 – 9 pm. The evening will include lively entertainment by members of this year’s company, as well as delicious food and wine, silent auction items from local businesses, and several opportunities to support Door Shakespeare. […]
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Help Door County Humane Society Meet the Saving Pets Challenge
From July 6 through Aug. 4, the Door County Humane Society (DCHS) is once again enrolled in the Michelson Found Saving Pets Challenge. This challenge consists of more than 300 animal welfare organizations competing to see who can raise the most money for their organization in 30 days. Each week of the Saving Pets Challenge […]
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Donations Needed for We Are HOPE, Inc. Auction
We Are HOPE, Inc. is currently looking for donations to their HOPE Treasure Chest auction, part of their annual Celebration of HOPE Luncheon. Donated items can be in one or more of the following categories: wall décor/home goods; furniture/woodworking; metal/glass art; vintage/handcrafted jewelry; fiber art; and other. Items can be donated through Aug. 31. As […]
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Women’s Fund Announces 2016 Spring Cycle Grants
The Women’s Fund of Door County is pleased to announce the 2016 Spring Grant Cycle awards. Sustainability grants will be given to the following nonprofits: Altrusa Club of Door County – supplying disadvantaged girls with school supplies, shoes and registration fees for the new school year; Big Brothers Big Sisters of NEW – one-to-one youth […]
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Renaissance Faire, Lumberjacks & More Weekend Plans
This busy holiday weekend is chock-full of activities for adventurers of all types. Delve into the county’s geographic past, dance the night away at Fishstock or discover some of the best beers on the peninsula. Curious about Fourth of July firework and parade schedules? Find them here. Friday, July 1 Beer & Burger Trolley Tour […]
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Trailer Stolen from Habitat for Humanity
Door County Habitat for Humanity wants its trailer back. Someone stole the cute little mini-house on a trailer that housed safety equipment and the canteen supplies for workers at the organization’s build sites. “It is so distinct that someone would notice it if it were being driven around,” said David Van Dyke, executive director of […]