May is Mental Health Awareness Month: Focus on First Responders Since 1949, the month of May has been recognized as Mental Health Awareness Month. The national awareness initiative aims to provide support for individuals with mental illness and to educate the public on the importance of behavioral health. And while
Noelle Bryant-Nanz presents a grant check to the Western Lakes Fire District From Grief to Grace How the Bryant-Nanz family honors their loved one through a fund at the WCCF In September of 2023, beloved son and first responder Noel W. Nanz died by suicide. Noel was a dedicated firefighter
Five New Members join the Waukesha County Community Foundation Board of Directors The Waukesha County Community Foundation (WCCF) is pleased to welcome Barbara Jones, Renee Ramirez, John Richter, Chuck Stadler, and Jennifer Vipond, MD to the Board of Directors. Barbara Jones joins the WCCF Board with more than 28 years
10 Benefits of Giving Through a Donor Advised Fund A simple and flexible charitable giving vehicle At the Waukesha County Community Foundation (WCCF) we have helped donors streamline their giving and maximize their impact with charitable giving funds since 1999. Donor advised funds (DAFs) are a go-to charitable vehicle since
Remembering Donald W. Fundingsland WCCF founder; hospital executive1938-2025 Don Fundingsland was one of five founders of the Waukesha County Community Foundation in 1999, along with Bev Chappie, the late Dr. LaVern Herman, Peter Lettenberger, and Bryce Styza. His leadership and foresight were crucial in establishing the WCCF, which has now
