RACINE- The application for the 2021 Racine County Cultural and Community Services Grant is now open. Each year, the Office of the County Executive awards funding through discretionary annual budget allocations. Local non-profit organizations and other private entities are encouraged to apply for funding that will assist them in providing community-based programs or capital projects […]
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The Community Buzz: What’s Up With Local Nonprofits
For a full look at what local nonprofits are up to, check out our nonprofit community feed here. Here’s a snapshot of the things you’ll find: Looking for a job? United Way Racine is hiring! https://twitter.com/UnitedWayRacine/status/1417937472412135430 Did you miss NAMI Racine County’s first installment of their minority mental health series? No worries! You can watch […]
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Racine Interfaith Coalition Plans July 26 Racial Justice Vigil
RACINE – Local faith leaders and other community leaders will gather on Monument Square next Monday (July 26) to declare their support for a faithful reckoning with the reality of our country’s racist past and the ways in which systemic racism continues to harm and disadvantage Black and indigenous people of color. The vigil, organized […]
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Racine is Racing To Become Eco-Friendly
RACINE- According to a recent survey conducted by the World Economic Forum and Ipsos, 86% of people want to live in a more sustainable and eco-friendly way to help preserve the planet’s resources. Currently only 30% of the household and commercial waste that is produced in America is recycled – the rest of it is sent to […]
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TEMPO Racine Announces 2021-2023 Board of Directors
On Thursday, July 15, TEMPO Racine held their Annual Picnic at Meadowbrook Country Club. TEMPO Racine President, Andrea Kiemen-Rognsvoog, of USI Insurance Services, announced Carolynn Friesch, newly appointed Executive Director of United Way of Kenosha County, as her successor as President, stating, “It is to the TEMPO Racine Board’s credit and our honor that we […]
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The Community Buzz: What’s Up With Local Nonprofits
For a full look at what local nonprofits are up to, check out our nonprofit community feed here. Here’s a snapshot of the things you’ll find: Hiring? LCS Racine is connecting businesses with those looking for work. https://www.facebook.com/lcsracine/posts/4003319636382226 Love art? The Racine Art Museum has three new exhibits opening soon. https://www.facebook.com/ramartmuseum/posts/10158749918022585 NAMI Racine County’s hosting […]
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Rotary Gavel Passes from Patzke to Terry
Outgoing Racine Founder’s Rotary Club president Mark Patzke passed the gavel to Chris Terry during the club’s annual “Changing of the Guard” meeting on Thursday, July 1 at the Racine Zoo’s Rotary West Pavilion. Terry will serve as the club’s president and oversee the activities of the club’s board of directors for the 2021-22 fiscal […]
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The Community Buzz: What’s Up With Local Nonprofits
For a full look at what local nonprofits are up to, check out our nonprofit community feed here. Here’s a snapshot of the things you’ll find: Looking for something to do with your kids? Racine Art Museum has an upcoming art program. https://www.facebook.com/ramartmuseum/posts/10158736686017585 Stuggling with mental health? NAMI Racine County has a monthly virtual speaker […]
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United Way Brighter Future Fund Grants Available
From July 7 to Aug. 31, United Way of Racine County’s Women United Brighter Future Fund will accept grant applications. The Brighter Future Fund provides funding opportunities to programs aiding in the development of the workforce of today and tomorrow, with an emphasis on women and children. Eligible programs relate to the focus areas of school readiness (early childhood literacy), family financial literacy (budgeting, […]
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The Community Buzz: What’s Up With Local Nonprofits
For a full look at what local nonprofits are up to, check out our nonprofit community feed here. Here’s a snapshot of the things you’ll find: Racine Art Museum is running a BOGO membership sale this week. https://www.facebook.com/ramartmuseum/posts/10158709978487585 Kiwanis Club of West Racine is hosting rummage sale fundraiser on Saturday, Aug. 7. https://www.facebook.com/WestRacineKiwanis/posts/3214380335507844 United Way […]
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Kiwanis Club of West Racine Rummage Sale Planned For August 7
The Kiwanis Club of West Racine’s Rummage Sale fundraising event will be held rain-or-shine at the Farmer’s Market @2210, 2210 Rapids Dr., on Saturday, Aug. 7. Hours are 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Members will also hold a cash raffle during the event with two prizes of 25 percent of the pot. Donations of good, […]
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The Community Buzz: What’s Up With Local Nonprofits
For a full look at what local nonprofits are up to, check out our nonprofit community feed here. Here’s a snapshot of the things you’ll find: NAMI Racine County is hosting their peer-to-peer education program. https://www.facebook.com/NAMIRacineCounty/posts/4041160989329907 Racine Art Museum is running a BOGO membership sale. https://www.facebook.com/ramartmuseum/videos/2595783574062646/ LCS Racine is hosting an eight-week Summer Youth Internship […]
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Take A Virtual Tour Of Racine County Food Bank This Thursday
RACINE – You’re invited to a virtual impact tour of the Racine County Food Bank at 12 noon this Thursday (June 24). The free event is presented by the United Way of Racine County. The virtual event will feature a tour of the Racine County Food Bank’s warehouse facility on the city’s south side and […]
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Nonprofit Spotlight: The Village of Hope Inc.
Wansheba Lawal has been running The Village of Hope Inc. since 2009. This nonprofit organization has a mission to make a difference by giving hope and promoting those involved in becoming empowered. The nonprofit focuses on serving the area through different programs such as tutoring and enrichment activities. As an educator, Lawal was motivated to […]
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The Community Buzz: What’s Up With Local Nonprofits
For a full look at what local nonprofits are up to, check out our nonprofit community feed here. Here’s a snapshot of the things you’ll find: Still need to do your taxes? United Way Racine’s VITA program is still running and can help. https://www.facebook.com/ramartmuseum/posts/10158672874777585 Racine Art Museum’s Racine and Vicinity Show 2021 Virtual Awards Presentation […]
