After Dianne Polasik earned a nursing degree from the University of Iowa, she says she came to Minnesota, “saw all those lakes, and stayed.” That...
Giving Back
Coco’s Heart Dog Rescue 2024 Hoedown Gala
On October 5, volunteer-driven nonprofit Coco’s Heart Dog Rescue held its annual hoedown gala in Somerset, Wisconsin. The event featured a concert...
Meet the Duo Behind Santa’s Mailbox
Gary and Richelle Jader respond to hundreds of letters each holiday season. Six years ago, a Hudson, Wisconsin, couple was asked a simple question...
David Palmer’s Life of Philanthropy
Some of David Palmer’s earliest lessons in giving came from odd teachers: venison steaks and chicken–the payment his father received for the medical...
Ann Bancroft Shares Her Stories of Exploration
Polar explorer and educator Ann Bancroft on discovering your path, spreading hope and embracing the adventure outside your door. There’s a...
Many Ways To Serve
It’s a rare nonprofit in the St. Croix Valley that Linda Robertson and Warren Schneider haven’t supported through servant leadership, volunteerism...
How River Falls’ Steve Schroeder Keeps Moving
Octogenarian Steve Schroeder proves serving your community is a mission for all ages. Since the moment Steve Schroeder and his family moved to the...
Give Where You Live
Jim and Judy Freund grew up on family farms in Wisconsin. They saw generosity embodied by family and community members who cared for each other,...
Cycling Opportunities Abound in St. Croix Valley
Cycling programs for all ages and abilities flourish throughout the Valley. You can bike through St. Croix Valley, around the Valley, up and down...
River Valley Riders Breaks Down Barriers
Therapeutic riding program opens doors for those with disabilities. At River Valley Riders, smiles and stories reign. The organization’s therapeutic...
Meet a Music Maven
“The most important thing that you can do in the whole world is to give back to your community,” says Kristin Tjornehoj, a lifelong resident,...
GiveBIG St. Croix Valley Is Set for April 30
One can give a little, give a lot, and giveBIG St. Croix Valley. Presented by United Way St. Croix Valley, the giveBIG St. Croix Valley campaign is...
Riverway Volunteer Program Protects Scenic St. Croix
Meet the two organizations behind an all-new joint Riverway Volunteer Program. The St. Croix Valley and Riverway may be a treasure to the people who...
North Hudson Pepper Fest Returns
Little village, big flavor. North Hudson may have fewer than 4,000 residents, but each year in late August, nearly 10,000 people make their way into...
Community Thread Helps Seniors Stay Independent
Stillwater nonprofit helps older adults stay independent longer. “Each act of service is a thread that ties people, communities and lives together...
Hudson Booster Days 2023: What To Look Forward To
Hudson’s Booster Days event brings family-friendly festivities and Bingo. The Fourth of July is coming around soon, and that means the Hudson...
Miss River Valley Pageant Shines A Light on Local Stars
Miss River Valley Scholarships honor young women making a difference. Pageants are more than just beautiful gowns, outstanding talent, sleek sashes...
Ziggy’s Art Bus Brings Art to Everyone
Art bus promotes healing for children with life-limiting illnesses. Art has long been used as a form of healing the body, mind and soul. For some...
Keeping Anna Alive: Mental Health Crisis Turns Family into Advocates
Kristin Rohman Rehkamp and her daughter are turning family emergencies into children’s mental health advocacy. Two years ago, Kristin Rohman Rehkamp...
Power of 100+ Offers Life Changing Opportunities
The women of the Valley support one another. What started as a simple act of kindness, blossomed into an organization of hope. Power of 100+ is an...
