NEWS RELEASE: Walworth County, in partnership with the United Way of Walworth County (UWWC), has awarded approximately $75,000 to 22 area nonprofits through the second round of funding through the American Rescue Act grant-funding program. Announced in December 2021, the grant-funding program is intended to offset the negative economic impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic incurred by local 501(c)(3) agencies.
Pictured below: Walworth County Administrator Mark Luberda and United Way of Walworth County CEO Tammy Dunn hold a $75,000 check while surrounded by grant recipient organization representatives from Boys & Girls Club of Walworth County, Community Action Twin Oaks Shelter, Dementia Friendly Community Initiative, Fontana Parent Teacher Student Organization, Geneva Lakes Family YMCA, Habitat for Humanity, Inspiration Ministries, Join the Movement, Lake Geneva United Methodist Church, New Beginnings APFV, New Day Women’s Clinic, Safe Families for Children Southeastern Wisconsin, Seeds of Hope, Special Methods in Learning Equine Skills (SMILES), Tree House Child and Family Center, VIP Services, Walworth County Drug and Alcohol Coalition, United Way of Walworth County, and Walworth County Literacy Council. Also pictured are Walworth County Board Chair Rick Stacey, Walworth County Recovery Grant Manager Richard Abbott, UWWC Development Director Mindy Amodeo and UWWC Board Members Elisabeth Partyka, Gina Dingman and Sunny Minx.
May is Stroke Awareness Month. Please join VIP Services in our ongoing efforts to raise awareness about these devastating neurological injuries. Learn the warning signs and help save lives. Remember, every second counts with any stroke or brain injury. Time is brain. #lifeatvip #supportvip #lovewhatwedo #lakegenevawi #elkhornwi #delavanwi #walworthcountywi #discoverwisconsin #StrokeMonth #WorldStrokeDay #strokeawareness #strokeawarenessmonth ... See MoreSee Less
VIP Services Executive Director Craig Poshepny visited the studios of 104.5 WSLD today to promote the 29th Annual VIP Services Golf & Tennis Outing, scheduled for Monday, June 5th at the beautiful Big Foot Country Club in Fontana. Craig was interviewed by WSLD News Director Eric Stone. Register for the outing today! Visit vipservices-inc.org or email golf@vipservices-inc.org for details.#lifeatvip #supportvip #lovewhatwedo #lakegenevawi #elkhornwi #delavanwi #walworthcountywi #discoverwisconsin #golf #classic #charitygolftournament ... See MoreSee Less
Friday, May 12th marked the grand opening of the Farm Market Store at VIP Services, located across the street from Elkhorn High School. This is a collaboration between VIP and Seeds Of Hope, and it represents another great opportunity to connect with the community. The public is encouraged to stop by and check out the amazing selection of indoor and garden plants. We hope to see you soon!#lifeatvip #supportvip #lovewhatwedo #lakegenevawi #elkhornwi #delavanwi #walworthcountywi #discoverwisconsin #plantingpossibilities #horticulturetherapy #culinarytherapy ... See MoreSee Less