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Give the Gift of Time

Generosity takes all sorts of forms!

 

We are still settling into our new space and could use help assembling shelves, hanging things on the walls, installing no parking signs, etc. Check out our Sign Up Genius for details. If groups prefer a different date/time than what is shown we can be flexible.

 

This year 453 individuals signed up to receive gifts through our Holiday Wishes program. We are looking for volunteers to help us on gift drop off and distribution day (December 15th and 16th). Check out the Sign Up Genius for details.

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Twice as Nice Campaign!

Waunakee Neighborhood Connection and the Waunakee Food Pantry are excited to collaborate and support the community’s growing needs.  

This holiday season if you donate to the Waunakee Food Pantry, Waunakee Neighborhood Connection will receive a dollar-for-dollar match (up to $30,000) from BrightStar Senior Living, Susan Rather and Jeff Tews; an anonymous neighbor; and an anonymous local family.  

Double your impact through our Twice as Nice Campaign!

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Our Next Chapter Is Happening!

Our Next Chapter is really happening! Volunteers are helping us pack, take down shelves, and more. Thank you to our community who has been so supportive. Your generous donations towards our recent campaign brought us to 38% of our goal, including the match from The Meester Family Foundation. Isn’t it amazing what can be accomplished when we come together for a cause?!

Learn more about what Our Next Chapter entails at bit.ly/Our-Next-Chapter.

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Holiday Wishes Program – Donor Registration Now Open!

Waunakee Neighborhood Connection has begun donor registration for its Holiday Wishes program (formerly Adopt-a-Family). The holidays and winter season can be especially difficult for low income households. As the community pulls together to make the season bright for everyone, the generosity of donors can make a tremendous difference in the lives of families here in Waunakee that are facing financial hardship.

Through the Holiday Wishes program, donors are matched with a specific family and receive the family’s holiday wish list to help fulfill. Donors can choose how large of a family they would like to assist, and the general guideline is that they spend no more than $100 for each member of the household with which they’ve been matched.

The collection and distribution of gifts will take place on December 15th and 16th at the Waunakee Village Center.

Individuals, families, organizations, and businesses are invited to participate as donors. Those who would like to be matched with a family are asked to register by November 3rd. To register, visit: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/2H2XCZW

Clients wishing to register for our holiday programs can sign up here by November 3rd: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/6K2V6P7 

Si usted es un cliente registrado, puede inscribirse para el Programa de Deseos Festivos en línea antes del viernes 3 de noviembre: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/MBGDHLN

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Matching Donation Challenge for Our Next Chapter

The Meester Family Foundation is challenging the Waunakee area community to fulfill a matching pledge!  

For every $1 raised between now and October 15, the Meester Family Foundation will contribute 50 cents, up to $25,000!  

We are currently raising funds for Our Next Chapter Campaign, which supports our move to a shared location with the Waunakee Food Pantry, our growing client programs, Community Store essentials, vital operational expenses such as increased staffing, the development of volunteer opportunities, and more.  Check out all the excitement surrounding Our Next Chapter Campaign at bit.ly/Our-Next-Chapter.


As of September 15th we have raised 19 percent of Our Next Chapter campaign goal of $200,000.  Help us support neighbors in need by donating before October 15th to increase your impact:

  • Donate online at bit.ly/SupportWNC and select “PULSE Fund”
  • Mail a check or stop by our office at 208 S. Century Ave, Waunakee
  • Questions?  Contact us at wncteam@waunakeenc.org or 608-849-5740  

 We appreciate your part in our story as we write Our Next Chapter, and welcome you to keep up-to-date on our move and campaign progress via Facebook.

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Thank You To Our Sponsors!

THANK YOU to all our Sponsors! Your generous support makes all the difference!!

Join us for a smashing good time at The Lone Girl Brewing Company in Waunakee WI, USA! Dress in your best costume and join us for our family-friendly 5k and 1-mile run/walk. Prizes for best costume will be awarded to one adult and child. All participates will receive race-day swag. This event is prefect for all ages and fitness levels.

Interested in volunteering for this event instead? Check out bit.ly/SmashDash2023 to see what volunteer roles are still needed!

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Registration is open for the Great Pumpkin Smash Dash!

Registration is open for Waunakee Neighborhood Connection Great Pumpkin Smash Dash!!! 

October 15th- Have a blast at the Great Pumpkin Smash Dash! This family-friendly 5k & 1-mile walk includes a costume contest, pumpkin smash, and prizes!

Wanna smash pumpkins?! Each registration includes two tickets to our pumpkin smash raffle. Additional raffle tickets can be purchased at the check-in table on event day before the race for $1 each; cash only. Raffle winners will have the exclusive opportunity to throw a pumpkin from The Lone Girl rooftop for a chance to win more prizes!

Additional parking can be found off of N. Madison St. in the Waunakee Library overflow parking.

Register at https://www.eventbrite.com/e/great-pumpkin-smash-dash-registration-695489918067?aff=oddtdtcreator

Did You Attend This Year? Click Here to Take Post Race Survey!
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Community Coat Drive in September!

Waunakee Neighborhood Connection Community Coat Drive! 

Help Waunakee families in need of new or gently used coats. Drop off coats during the month of September  to any of the following locations:

Sweet Pea Floral
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Endres Manufacturing Company
Waunakee Neighborhood Connection

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Meet Our New Team Member: Fatima Macias!

Fatima Macias joined the team at Waunakee Neighborhood Connection in July.  She will be the Bilingual Client and Office Coordinator and will be working with the Spanish-Speaking clients to connect them to our resources.  As a bilingual professional, Fatima has been able to bridge cultural gaps and create a safe space for her clients to express themselves fully. Her ability to communicate effectively in both English and Spanish allowed her to connect with a diverse range of individuals, fostering an atmosphere of trust and understanding. She believes that diversity, equity, and inclusion work must be integrated into the fabric of an organization from the board, staff, and volunteers. 

In addition to her impactful work, Fatima values her family and roots deeply. She is a compassionate and driven individual who embarked on a transformative journey from her home country, Mexico. She draws strength and inspiration from her culture and personal experiences which further fuels her determination to support those in need and create a more inclusive society. 

Please help us in welcoming Fatima to our organization!