United Way Fox Cities

United Way Empower Hour
2024-09-19 08:00 - 09:30 (America/Chicago) | Catalpa Health, 4635 W. College Ave, Appleton, WI, 54914, United States
Learn more about how United Way Fox Cities builds pathways by developing initatives and walking alongside our community partners to support our community.
This learning opportunity will provide more information about United Way and the work we do to help support the ALICE population in the Fox Cities.
This event is hosted by our Emerging Leaders, but is open to all.

Please RSVP HERE

Diaper Need Awareness Week Open House
2024-09-24 11:30 - 12:30 | United Way Fox Cities Hub, 110 N. Kensington Dr, Appleton, WI, 54915, United States
United Way Fox Cities and Jake’s Network of Hope are proud to announce the unification of our Diaper Banks under one location to better serve families across Eastern Wisconsin! This newly co-operated Diaper Bank will be known as the Kimberly-Clark Eastern Wisconsin Diaper Bank.
We hope you will join us at an open house for Diaper Need Awareness Week! Attendees can help repack diapers and learn about this new partnership.

Date: Tuesday, September 24
Time: 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
Location: The Hub, located at VPI (110 N. Kensington Dr. in Appleton)
We gratefully welcome donations of new, unopened Huggies, or other brand — sizes 5 and 6. Thank you!

Community Diaper Repack
2024-09-26 09:00 - 10:30, 2024-12-03 09:00 - 10:30 | United Way Fox Cities Hub, 110 N. Kensington Dr, Appleton, WI, 54915, United States
These opportunities are open to individuals and families.
Diapers are repacked into standard size packages to ensure that each recipient receives the same amount of diapers, no matter which diaper bank distribution agency they use.
Minimum age to volunteer is 14. Volunteers between the ages of 14 and 18 must obtain consent of parent or guardian.
Location: United Way Fox Cities Hub at VPI, Inc. (formerly Valley Packaging Industries) 110 N. Kensington Dr., Appleton, WI 54915
Sign up here: 9:00 – 10:30 AM
Contact: renae.verstegen@unitedwayfoxcities.org

Holiday Cheer Volunteer Event
2024-11-14 16:00 - 18:30 | SECURA Insurance Co., 1500 Mutual Way, Neenah, 54956, United States
Join LINC and Emerging Leaders for our 2024 Holiday Cheer Volunteer Event!
Help us prepare desserts for Youth Go‘s Thanksgiving Meal and create holiday cards for healthcare workers!
Where: SECURA Insurance Co., 1500 Mutual Way, Neenah, WI 54956
When: Thursday, November 14 from 4:00 – 6:30 PM.
RSVP HERE
Join LINC and Emerging Leaders for this fun event and learn more about our new initative launching in 2025, LEAD UNITED!
LEAD UNITED’s goal is to engage and inspire the next generation of philanthropists and changemakers in the Fox Cities. LEAD UNITED builds upon the framework that United Way Fox Cities created with LINC and Emerging Leaders by helping individuals become more involved in our community in a more inclusive way.
We hope to see you there!

LEAD United Volunteer Opportunity for Fox Valley Memory Project
2024-12-12 17:00 - 18:30 | Community First Credit Union, 1575 Dresang Way, Neenah, WI, 54956, United States
The holiday season can be challenging for caregivers supporting loved ones with dementia. Join us in volunteering to assemble holiday kits designed to support mental well-being, benefiting Fox Valley Memory Project’s Memory Link Program. We’ll also hear from FVMP staff about Memory Link and the impactful work FVMP does in supporting individuals with dementia, along with their family members, care partners, and friends.
When: Thursday, December 12, 5:00 – 6:30 PM
Where: Community First Credit Union, 1575 Dresang Way, Neenah, WI 54956
RSVP HERE

Champion Gratitude Event
2025-01-16 07:30 - 09:30 | ACOCA Coffee, 500 W College Ave, APPLETON, WI, 54911, United States
Join us in a celebration of your hard work during the 2024 Campaign!
Please stop by as your schedule allows
Location: ACOCA Coffee
500 W College Ave, Appleton, 54911

Please RSVP HERE

LEAD United Diaper Repack
2025-02-12 15:30 - 17:30 | United Way Fox Cities Hub, 110 N. Kensington Dr, Appleton, WI, 54915, United States
LEAD United Diaper Repack
Learn more about United Way Fox Cities’ newest initiative, LEAD United, and support the Kimberly-Clark Eastern Wisconsin Diaper Bank by repacking diapers!
RSVP HERE

2024 Campaign Celebration
2025-03-06 17:00 - 19:00 | Best Western Premier Bridgewood Hotel & Conference Center, 1000 Cameron Way, Neenah, WI, 54956, United States
Join us for our 2024 Campaign Celebration!
Campaign Celebration is about you – the outstanding people and workplaces who rise to meet our community’s greatest challenges. We’ll celebrate successes, present awards, and highlight the power of our community.

Date: Thursday, March 6

Time: 5:00 – 6:45 p.m.
program 5:30 – 6:45 p.m.

Location: Bridgewood Resort Hotel & Conference Center
1000 Cameron Way, Neenah, WI 54956

Event Details
Please enjoy heavy hors d’oeuvres. A cash bar will be available.
Business casual attire.

RSVP HERE

Spring into Summer Family Festival
2025-03-15 10:00 - 13:00 | Menasha High School- Fieldhouse, 420 Seventh Street, Menasha, WI, 54952, United States
Join us for a day of free family fun!
This is a free event filled with fun activities that encourage kids to continue reading and learning throughout the summer while supporting their mental wellbeing. We will again have local businesses and organizations hosting booths with family-friendly activities geared toward children ages 12 and under. This community event will feature carnival-style games, arts and crafts, science activities, nature-based fun, and more.

LEAD United: Deep Dive into Mental Well-Being
2025-04-11 08:00 - 14:00 | Boys & Girls Club of Menasha, 600 Racine St., Menasha, 54952, United States
Explore how you can support mental well-being at every stage of life – from infants and children to adults and older adults.

Spend the day hearing from local experts, participating in an interactive wellness activity, and learning practical ways to promote healthy minds and meaningful connections! Lunch will be provided.
When: Friday, April 11 from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
Arrival/Check-in from 7:30 – 8:00 a.m.
Location: Boys & Girls Club of Menasha, 600 Racine St., Menasha, WI 54952.
RSVP HERE

April Rise & Thrive Event
2025-04-29 08:00 - 09:00 | United Way Fox Cities, 1455 Midway Rd., Menasha, WI, United States
Join us for our new monthly gathering where we discuss important issues in our community. It’s a great opportunity to learn, share, and connect with others who care about the Fox Cities. Enjoy a cup of coffee on us and start your day making a difference!
This Month’s Topic:
How 211 serves as a barometer of community needs
April 29, 2025
8:00 – 9:00 a.m.
Coffee starts at 7:45 a.m.

United Way Fox Cities
1455 Midway Rd
Menasha, WI

Champion Social Hour
2025-05-01 17:00 - 19:00 | Mondo! on the River, 425 W Water St., Appleton, WI, 54911, United States
Calling all Campaign Champions!
Join us on Thursday, May 1 for a celebration of the 2024 Campaign and a kickoff to the 2025 Campaign.
Please stop by as your schedule allows!
Location: Mondo! on the River
Time: From 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.
RSVP HERE

May Rise & Thrive
2025-05-28 08:00 - 09:00 | United Way Fox Cities, 1455 Midway Rd., Menasha, WI, United States
Join Us for Our Monthly Caffeinated Community Conversation
Our Rise & Thrive event is a great opportunity to engage in meaningful conversation – to learn, share, and connect with others who care about the Fox Cities as we discuss important issues in our community. Enjoy a cup of coffee on us and start your day making a difference!
This Month’s Topic: Mental Health & Belonging: What does a healthy community feel like?
RSVP HERE

2025 Campaign Kickoff
2025-06-10 17:30 - 19:30 | Bubolz Nature Preserve, 4815 N Lynndale Dr, Appleton, WI, 54913, United States
Join us for our 2025 Campaign Kickoff!
Date: Tuesday, June 10
Time: 5:30 – 7:30 PM
Location: Bubolz Nature Preserve, 4815 N Lynndale Dr, Appleton, WI 54913
RSVP HERE

June Rise & Thrive
2025-06-24 08:00 - 09:00 | United Way Fox Cities, 1455 Midway Rd., Menasha, WI, United States
Join Us for Our Monthly Caffeinated Community Conversation
Our Rise & Thrive event is a great opportunity to engage in meaningful conversation – to learn, share, and connect with others who care about the Fox Cities as we discuss important issues in our community. Enjoy a cup of coffee on us and start your day making a difference!
This month’s topic: A Place to Call Home: A community conversation on housing in the Fox Cities
RSVP HERE

LEAD United Volunteering: Feeding America
2025-07-17 12:30 - 15:30 | Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin, 2911 W Evergreen Dr, Appleton, WI, 54913, United States
Help LEAD United sort food at Feeding America on Thursday, July 17 from 12:30 – 3:30 PM!
Volunteers will participate in a packaging, labeling, or sorting initiative. This will range from repackaging bulk product into family-friendly sized portions, packing a meal box for one of our specialty programs, or quality checking donated items before they reach our local food pantries.
Register below. Please note that you’ll be asked to log in or create a login to register for this event.
Register HERE

July Rise & Thrive
2025-07-29 08:00 - 09:00 | United Way Fox Cities, 1455 Midway Rd., Menasha, WI, United States
Join Us for Our Monthly Caffeinated Community Conversation
Our Rise & Thrive event is a great opportunity to engage in meaningful conversation – to learn, share, and connect with others who care about the Fox Cities as we discuss important issues in our community. Enjoy a cup of coffee on us and start your day making a difference!
This Month’s Topic: Making Ends Meet: Reflections on financial well-being in our community
RSVP HERE

LEAD United Volunteering: Habitat for Humanity
2025-08-05 08:00 - 16:00 | WI
Join LEAD United in assisting with a Habitat for Humanity build on Tuesday, August 5! Shifts are available from 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM and 12:00 – 4:00 PM. Register below!
Please note that you’ll be asked to log in or create a login to register for this event.
Register HERE

Day of Caring
2025-09-17 | WI
United Way Fox Cities’ Day of Caring is a day dedicated to giving back to the Fox Cities community. Throughout the day, volunteers support numerous organizations with various projects and ongoing community needs.
Day of Caring is open to both individuals and corporate groups. Please CLICK HERE to view project details and registration information. Please note that group sizes are limited to the needs of our partner organizations.

October Rise & Thrive- Morning Edition
2025-10-28 07:30 - 08:30 | United Way Fox Cities, 1455 Midway Rd., Menasha, WI, United States
Rise & Thrive is a meaningful time to connect and talk about the issues shaping life in the Fox Cities. These conversations are casual, connected, and eye-opening; they shine a light on the very needs your generosity helps address.
So far this year, we’ve explored mental health and belonging, housing, and financial well-being for ALICE households. Each gathering has sparked new perspectives and a stronger sense of what we can accomplish together.

This Month’s Topic:
Hunger in Our Community: Feeding Hope
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
7:30 – 8:30 a.m.

October Rise & Thrive- Afternoon Edition
2025-10-28 15:00 - 16:00 | LEAVEN, 175 Opportunity Way, Menasha, WI, 54952, United States
Rise & Thrive is a meaningful time to connect and talk about the issues shaping life in the Fox Cities. These conversations are casual, connected, and eye-opening; they shine a light on the very needs your generosity helps address.
So far this year, we’ve explored mental health and belonging, housing, and financial well-being for ALICE households. Each gathering has sparked new perspectives and a stronger sense of what we can accomplish together.

This Month’s Topic:
Hunger in Our Community: Feeding Hope
Tuesday, October 28, 2025
3:00 – 4:00 p.m.

LEAD United: Mental Health Deep Dive Day
2025-11-12 08:00 - 15:00 | Catalpa Health, 4635 W. College Ave, Appleton, WI, 54914, United States
Join LEAD United for a full-day deep dive into the realities of mental health in the Fox Cities.
LEAD United is dedicated to fostering a dynamic community of the next generation of rising leaders who are passionate about creating a brighter future. Through four core pillars—advocacy, fundraising, investing, and volunteering—LEAD United provides members with opportunities to build meaningful connections, make a tangible impact, and gain hands-on experience in addressing critical community issues. With mental well-being as its 2025 focus area, LEAD United will empower participants to use their voices, networks, and skills to bring meaningful change to the Fox Cities.
Learn more about the Deep Dive Day and RSVP HERE!

LEAD United: Holiday Cheer Volunteering
2025-11-20 16:00 - 18:30 | SECURA Insurance Co., 1500 Mutual Way, Neenah, 54956, United States
Volunteer with LEAD United!

Join LEAD United on Thursday, November 20 to help prepare desserts for YouthGo’s Thanksgiving meal and tie-blankets for Community Clothes Closet’s PajamaRama event.
Where: SECURA Insurance Co., 1500 Mutual Way, Neenah, WI 54956
When: Thursday, November 20 from 4:00 – 6:30 PM.
RSVP HERE

December Rise & Thrive & Diaper Repack- Morning
2025-12-02 08:00 - 10:00 | Kimberly-Clark Eastern Wisconsin Diaper Bank, 110 N Kensington Dr., Appleton, WI, 54915, United States
Join Us for Our Monthly Caffeinated Community Conversation & a Diaper Repack

Rise & Thrive is a meaningful time to connect and talk about the issues shaping life in the Fox Cities. These conversations are casual, connected, and eye-opening; they shine a light on the very needs your generosity helps address.

So far this year, we’ve explored mental health and belonging, housing, financial well-being, and hunger in our community. Each gathering has sparked new perspective and a stronger sense of what we can accomplish together.

This Month’s Topic:
Diaper Need in Our Community: Meeting a Basic Need

Tuesday, December 2, 2025
8:00 – 10:00 a.m.
This Rise & Thrive will feature conversation and a diaper repack
a light breakfast will be served

RSVP HERE

December Rise & Thrive & Diaper Repack- Lunch
2025-12-02 11:00 - 13:30 | Kimberly-Clark Eastern Wisconsin Diaper Bank, 110 N Kensington Dr., Appleton, WI, 54915, United States
Join Us for Our Monthly Caffeinated Community Conversation & a Diaper Repack

Rise & Thrive is a meaningful time to connect and talk about the issues shaping life in the Fox Cities. These conversations are casual, connected, and eye-opening; they shine a light on the very needs your generosity helps address.

So far this year, we’ve explored mental health and belonging, housing, financial well-being, and hunger in our community. Each gathering has sparked new perspective and a stronger sense of what we can accomplish together.

This Month’s Topic:
Diaper Need in Our Community: Meeting a Basic Need

Tuesday, December 2, 2025
11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
This Rise & Thrive will feature conversation and a diaper repack
a light lunch will be served

RSVP HERE

Trivia for Good: A DJ Trivia Night Benefitting the Fox Cities
2025-12-03 18:00 - 21:00 | Holidays Pub & Grill, 3950 N Richmond St., Appleton, WI, 54913, United States
Enjoy an evening of friendly competition while strengthening the Fox Cities!

Every ticket supports households in our community, helping people access what they need to thrive – from stable housing and early learning programs to mental health care.
Pack a care-kit at the door to support local caregivers, then play DJ trivia! Fun Pros will host rounds of general trivia, challenging your knowledge of music, movies, TV, sports, science, geography, and more in a fun and interactive format.
Stick around for raffle baskets, a 50/50 drawing, light hors d’oeuvres, and a cash bar throughout the night.

When: Wednesday, December 3 from 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Where: Holidays Pub & Grill in Appleton | 3950 N Richmond St, Appleton, WI 54913

Tickets: $25 per ticket, teams of up to 4 people
If you sign up on your own, we’ll match you with a great team. You can also play as an individual.

Register by Friday, November 28.

This event is powered by LEAD United, an engagement group focused on growing the next generation of changemakers. Your night out creates lasting impact through United Way Fox Cities.
REGISTER HERE

LEAD United Volunteering @ Pillars Adult & Family Shelter
2026-02-11 08:00 - 14:00 | Pillars Adult & Family Shelter, 400 N Division St., Appleton, WI, 54911, United States
Volunteer with LEAD United!
Join us in refreshing the Pillars Adult and Family Shelter!
We will be painting common areas and helping to brighten and refresh the space. Every bit of help makes a difference!
Wednesday, February 11
Two-hour shifts are from 8:00 – 10:00 AM, 10:00 AM to noon, or noon to 2:00 PM.
Sign up for one shift or as many as you are able!
RSVP HERE

February Rise & Thrive: A 211 Day Conversation
2026-02-11 15:00 - 16:00 | Batley’s Grill & Bar, 1010 Cameron Way, Neenah, WI, 54956, United States
Join United Way Fox Cities for a special Rise & Thrive gathering in honor of 211 Day!
This month, we’re changing things up and meeting at Batley’s Grill & Bar for a casual afternoon conversation focused on 211 and the many ways it is a key point of connection for help and hope.
Enjoy Batley’s 211 Day specials during the event.
Come for the conversation, stay for the connection, and celebrate a service that shows up for our community every day.

RSVP HERE

2025 Campaign Celebration
2026-03-05 17:00 - 19:30 | Best Western Premier Bridgewood Hotel & Conference Center, 1000 Cameron Way, Neenah, WI, 54956, United States
Please join us for our 2025 Campaign Celebration!
Each year, we take time to celebrate the outstanding people and workplaces who rise to meet our community’s greatest needs. We’ll celebrate our successes, present awards, and highlight the power of our community!
Thursday, March 5
5:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Registration 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. | Program 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Bridgewood Resort Hotel & Conference Center, Neenah
RSVP HERE!
