Friday, October 30

FUNDHOLDER HIGHLIGHT:
The Blachowiak Family Fund honors Jerome and Karen Blachowiak and their lifelong connection to Chippewa Falls. Their children, Anna, Becky, Christopher and David, grew up in the community, creating cherished memories of time spent on Lake Wissota, summer reading programs at the library, swimming lessons at the Bernard F. Willi Outdoor Pool and picnics at Irvine Park.

Inspired by their parents’ generosity and commitment to helping others, the Blachowiak family established a fund to continue supporting the community they called home.

The Blachowiak Family Fund is a Designated Fund that will provide ongoing funding for the Lake Wissota Improvement & Protection…Read entire post.

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Thursday, October 29

From a Foundation Fundholder:
"Initially, we had intended to earmark our funds for activities involving youth. This designation was a natural considering our number of grandkids. We have a combined family of 9 living adult children. After further consideration, we opted for an Unrestricted endowment fund. We are confident that a board of community minded people will be in charge of our funds and make the most appropriate decisions, in perpetuity. Unrestricted giving is a chance for a person to do the greatest good.

Nearly all of Mark’s sympathy cards designated the Community Foundation of Chippewa County as their choice of…Read entire post.

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Wednesday, October 28

Please join us in welcoming our newest board members!

We are grateful for their willingness to serve and share their talents to help make more possible throughout Chippewa County. Together, we look forward to continuing to support local nonprofits, invest in community needs and create lasting opportunities for generations to come.

Wade Asher | GM/Owner, Chippewa Valley Music Festivals/WGA Entertainment
Chris Conard | President, PMI LLC
Jamie Leibrandt | President, Northwestern Bank
Jennifer Prochnow | Manager Social Investments, Xcel Energy

Learn more: https://www.yourlegacyforever.org/about/board.phtml

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