In Celebration of Women
A “ s the purse is emptied the heart is filled.”
-Victor Hugo
Mission
The mission of The Women’s Fund of Greater Green Bay is to encourage philanthropy among women of all ages and backgrounds, and support and expand opportunities for all women and girls.
It’s Our Goal To...
support opportunities that hold the promise of encouragement, self-esteem and leadership for local women and girls.
You Can Help
Give to the Women’s Fund and be a Girlfriend in the truest sense of the word. Big or small, your contribution is an investment in local women and girls, helping them to achieve, to compete, to realize their dreams and someday, to help and inspire others in their own right.
The Seed Was Planted
In Green Bay, the Women’s Fund seed was planted in 1995 by a group of community-minded people. The fund has been quietly granting small amounts of money for over 10 years. Thank you to those in our community who had the vision: Michael Bina, Jan Campbell, BJ Cassidy, Kathy Cawman, Vivi Dilweg, Lise Gammeltoft, Flo Garland, John Gilman, Connie Greenawald, Tita Plouff, Julie-Ann Kress, Barbara Lawton, Eileen Littig, Sharon Lutsey, Sandy Mathy, Paul Mongin, Bonnie Platten, Peter Platten, Sheri Prosser, Susan Reinfeldt, Mary Schaupp, Joan Schaupp, Kay Sonneland, Michael Troyer, Ron VanDenHeuvel, Jane VanLanen, Julie Vidani, and Terry Wickman. In 2005 an energetic group was ready to grow this fund and make an even greater impact on the needs of women and girls. We are making great progress!
© 2009 The Women’s Fund of Greater Green Bay Greater Green Bay Community Foundation 310 West Walnut Street, Suite 350 | Green Bay, WI 54303 920-432-0800 | www.womensfundgb.org Every effort was made to be as accurate as possible in compiling the information for this book. We apologize for any errors that may have inadvertently occurred. 2
Power of the Purse
A Letter from the President September 17, 2009
Welcome to the Fifth Annual Power of the Purse celebration, and thank you so much for joining us. We’re here to encourage giving among women, and to expand opportunities for women and girls. The Power of the Purse is one of the major fund raising events for the Women’s Fund of Greater Green Bay. Your presence here today, as well as your participation in the auction, raffle, and donation opportunities, will help us all achieve our mission. So how have we been doing in our quest to achieve our mission? Prior to 2009 we have granted $65k to several local organizations that align with our vision. The stories are inspiring – this tribute book will bring the impact of grants we have made this year to life. Together we have changed lives. It’s wonderful to be part of an organization that makes such a difference. Help us continue to build a confident sparkle in women and girls throughout the Greater Green Bay Area – those who donate and those who gain hope from our grants. Make a donation to support our efforts today. Our new tagline says it all: We are … Empowering Women Inspiring Girls! This year we are updating our website so you can donate via major credit card on-line. Check www.womensfundgb.org to see when that capability is available. I’d like to give special thanks to Sue Porath of Navigator Planning Group, and Jeanne Stangel of UWGB for their direction and guidance as co-chairs of this year’s event. Efforts like theirs keep 800 women (and a few good men) looking forward to this event each year. Margaret Mead once said “Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” If Margaret Mead were here today, she’d look to you as a proof. Thank you for your wisdom and generosity.
Gail McNutt President The Women’s Fund of Greater Green Bay Greater Green Bay Community Foundation
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Board of Directors Executive Committee President Gail Mc Nutt Schneider National
VP Member at Large Lise Lotte Gammeltoft Community Volunteer / Attorney
President Elect Julie Van Straten UnitedHealthcare
VP Marketing Dee Geurts-Bengtson St. Norbert College
VP Secretary Diane Roundy Schenck
Foundation Liaison Martha Ahrendt Greater Green Bay Community Foundation
VP Finance Diane Ford Wisconsin Public Service/ Integrys Energy Group
Past President Nancy Armbrust Schreiber Foods, Inc.
Standing: Susan White, Sue Schinkten, Diane Conway, Donsia Strong Hill, Sabina Singh, Patty Ninham Hoeft, Julie VanStraten, Bev Carmicael, Lise Lotte Gammeltoft, Nancy Armbrust, Judy Nagel, Sue Porath, Diane Ford, Martha Ahrendt, Bridget O’Connor Seated: Dawa Loga-Lemberger, Dee Geurts-Bengtson, Gail McNutt, Terry Matousek, Jonie Paye Front row: Diane Roundy, Kate Burgess, Barb Braun, Lindi Kuritz, Judy Johnson, Kim Nielsen Not picured: Karmen Lemke, Suzy Pfeifer, Yolo Diaz, Kim Shanock
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Board Members Barb Braun Bellin Health
Sue Porath Navigator Planning Group
Kate Burgess FullfillNet
Sue Schinkten Schinkten Design
Dr. Bev Carmichael Winston Group
Sabina Singh, MD Bellin Health
Diane Conway Community Volunteer
Susan White Oneida Trust
Judy Johnson Johnson & Wachholz Financial Services
Directors Emeritus
Lindi Kuritz Community Volunteer
Mary Hitchcock
Yolo Diaz, MD
Pat LaViolette Karmen Lemke Wisconsin Public Service
Bev Lisle
Dawa Loga-Lemberger Associated Bank
Toni Loch Patty Ninham Hoeft
Terri Matousek Matousek & Associates
Kim Schanock
Judy Nagel Wells Fargo Advisors
Rose Smits Donsia Strong Hill
Dr. Kim Nielsen University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Bridget O’Connor St. Norbert College
Veronica Trofka Deceased Christine Neuman
Jonie Paye WBAY TV Suzy Pfeifer Encompass Early Education & Care, Inc.
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Luncheon
Program 10:00
Networking/Silent Auction Enjoy time with your friends (and meet someone new) as you bid on the wonderful handbags that have been donated. All proceeds from the auction go directly into the endowment fund. High bidders of the purses will be displayed on the project screens at the completion of the event. The silent auction checkout will be conducted at the registration tables. Check, cash, or Visa/ MasterCard accepted. Make checks payable to: The Women’s Fund of Greater Green Bay.
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Lunch
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Silent auction and raffle ticket sales to close Welcome Sue Porath, Navigator Planning Group, and Jeanne Stangel, University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, co-chairs of event. Gail McNutt, Schneider National, Inc., President of The Women’s Fund Barbara Lawton, Lieutenant Governor of Wisconsin, The Seed Was Planted Cami Rapson, WBAY-TV, Mistress of Ceremonies Program Grant Recipient Danae Davis, Executive Director, PEARLS for Teen Girls, Inc. “Inspiring to Lead, A Place for Everyone of Us”
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Conclusion Raffle winners announced. Silent auction high bidder names displayed on screen.
We would like to thank Women’s Specialty Care and Festival Foods for serving as our lead sponsors. Representatives will be helping us with introductions today. Thank you for your support. Centerpieces courtesy of Petal Pusher. Available for purchase following the event. Minimum donation of $25. Cash or check only. In Celebration of Women
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Sponsors of the Power of the Purse Founding Sponsors The following have been sponsors since our founding luncheon in 2005. Thank you for believing in us.
Diane Conway
Green Bay Packers Judy Johnson Johnson & Wachholz Financial Services
Colly Remley
Marti Spittell Ziegelbauer
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Additional Sponsors of the 2009 Power of the Purse Lead Sponsors
Current Year Sponsors
In-Kind Sponsors Schinkten Design Chris Livieri, Senior at UW-Green Bay Diane Resch Kientop Petal Pushers Bergstrom Automotive FulfillNet WBAY-TV To become a sponsor in 2010, contact Diane Roundy at (920) 996-1381 or Diane.Roundy@schencksc.com or the Greater Green bay Community Foundation.
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Power of the Purse Committee Co-Chairs Sue Porath
Jeanne Stangle
Committee Members Amy Anderson Roz Barker Laurey Berk Clampitt Lorrie Blaylock Barb Braun Nicole Campbell Aimee Dempsey Lise Lotte Gammeltoft Sue Goltz Renee Hedsand Judy Johnson
Gail King Lindi Kuritz Karmen Lemke Dawa Loga-Lemberger Terri Matousek Gail McNutt Marcia O’Leary Audrey Olson Adams Jonie Paye Suzy Pfeifer
Mary Rass Katy Rodon Diane Roundy Linda Schingen Sue Schinketn Michelle Sellers Dottie Stepien Debra Van Pay Diane Van Boxtel Jeanne Wolf
Raffle Information PURCHASE A RAFFLE TICKET for $10 (or 3 for $25) and have a chance to win one of three High-end Purses valued at over $250 each. Raffle tickets sold only today. Winners will be announced at the end of the program. One of the purses will include keys for a three-month lease from Bergstrom Automotive.
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Coach Purse donated by Michele Cherney Legacy Handbag with Signature Coach designed with woven jacquard fabric featuring top zipper closure, 2 front brass turn key pockets and a large back zipper pocket on the outside with three pockets (one zipped) on the inside.
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Dooney & Bourke donated by Lise Lotte Gammeltoft Florentine Vacchetta Black Bucket Bag. Two outside snap pockets with an inside zip pocket and key hook with ring. This classic look will accompany an outfit.
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Carson Rogers Designer Purse donated by Sue Dahnert Triangle Carogi Bag has four different ways to be worn; square unsnapped, stretched apart with strap ring and snap tab, snap top closure and folded bag to a triangle design. Very unique and colorful.
Power of the Purse
Speaker Bio
Danae D. Davis Executive Director PEARLS for Teen Girls, Inc. Danae D. Davis became the executive director, PEARLS for Teen Girls, Inc. on January 17, 2006. PEARLS is a Milwaukee-based- nonprofit organization that utilizes a nationally recognized model for girl empowerment and leadership development for adolescent girls ages 10-19. The program provides girls with a safe place, skills development and self-esteem building that leads to better life choices and an opportunity to realize their full potential. Prior to coming to PEARLS, Davis was the Diversity Affairs Director at Miller Brewing Company responsible for the Miller’s strategic diversity internal and external initiatives. In this capacity she oversaw the company’s diversity goal setting and affirmative action plan processes as well as serving as the catalyst for inclusion programs. Danae also represented Miller in the Wisconsin community on a range of public affairs endeavors. Previously, Danae was Director of Diversity Management and Work/Life Programs of Kraft Foods, Inc., responsible for leading the implementation of Kraft’s diversity management strategy, and overseeing all company diversity and work/life balance initiatives. Prior to joining Kraft Foods, Davis was the Director of the Department of Employee Relations for the City of Milwaukee and was responsible for overseeing 92 employees and all human resource functions, namely, staffing, compensation, labor relations, EEO and benefits. Davis has held numerous labor relations and human resources positions at the City, State and Federal levels. She was also the legal counsel for the Governor of the State of Wisconsin. Davis is a member of several civic organizations including the African American Women’s Project Fund, Milwaukee Women Inc., and Safe & Sound. She serves as a member of the University of Wisconsin System’s Board of Regents. Davis received her B.S. degree in Political Science from the University of Wisconsin, Oshkosh and a Juris Doctorate from the University of Wisconsin. She has a young adult son and resides in Milwaukee, Wisconsin.
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Grant Recipients
Women’s Fund Grants
The Women’s Fund of Greater Green Bay benefits from a partnership with the Greater Green Bay Community Foundation. This year the Women’s Fund was able to extend its discretionary resources because generous donor clients of the Community Foundation gave additional funds to support a number of the following projects.
Applicant: Boys and Girls Club of Green Bay Project: Girls Torch Club Summary: The Girls Torch Clubs of the Boys and Girls Club of Greater
Green Bay provide adolescent females meaningful and exciting opportunities to develop character and leadership. In small groups, girls age 10-13 plan their own activities, including a service project that addresses community needs of concern to the girls. Learning of their own leadership and philanthropic potential, amidst giggles and friendships, the Girls Torch Clubs help girls become more confident of their own futures and capabilities. With the help of the Greater Green Bay Women’s Fund, this program will serve six dozen girls.
Applicant: Chappell Elementary School of Green Bay Project: Girls Circle Summary: While so many girls struggle with low self-esteem, Green Bay’s Chappell Elementary School has developed two single-gender classrooms uniquely designed to improve student achievement, develop leadership skills, and expand student aspirations. A Greater Green Bay Women’s Fund grant will provide career exploration opportunities, a mother/daughter book club, experiences in the arts and leadership curriculum to the fourth and fifth grade girls of this program, of which 76% receive free or reduced lunch. Daring to dream, having the strength to maintain those dreams, and developing the skills to achieve dreams, matters in the lives of young girls. Applicant: United Hmong and Asian American Community Center Project: Hmong American Women’s Leadership Project Summary: Hmong women traditionally have had fewer opportunities
than Hmong men for formal education, community leadership, and civic engagement. The Hmong American Women’s Leadership Project, funded by the Greater Green Bay Women’s Fund and based in the United Hmong and Asian American Community Center, seeks to strengthen Hmong women’s abilities to make social change for themselves, their families, and their communities. This Project will provide wide-ranging leadership development programs for approximately 150 Hmong women and girls, while helping them to develop the support systems necessary for personal and structural social change.
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Women’s Fund Grants Applicant: Green Bay West High School Project: Girls Leadership Group Summary: This fall, girls at Green Bay’s West High School will have the
wonderful opportunity to celebrate the strengths of being female while working on leadership, personal responsibility, awareness and empathy, and respect. While so many teen girls struggle to imagine themselves as capable leaders, through weekly meetings this group will organize and attend activities designed to help them dream, set goals, and anticipate road blocks. A Greater Green Bay Women’s Fund grant will cover the costs of materials and activities.
Applicant: YWCA of Green Bay-De Pere Project: TechGYRLS Summary: The YWCA’s TechGYRLS program encourages at-risk preteen and teen girls to build on their existing STEM (science, technology, engineering, and math) interests in order to improve their futures. This program, aided by a grant of the Greater Green Bay Women’s Fund, broadens girls’ knowledge and interests in the STEM areas, helps them gain the confidence necessary to use technology tools, and expands their awareness of career possibilities. Not only does TechGYRLS focus on expanded aspirations, but it is designed to help girls make better educational and relational choices.
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Women’s Fund Grants
At the July board of directors meeting of the Women’s Fund, the directors established that future 2009-2011 grant making will be directed toward self esteem and leadership programs for women and girls. In addition, grant reviewers will look for organizations that consult and collaborate with other agencies to enhance existing programs and augment opportunities; have a board, staff, and volunteers that reflect the diversity of the community served; and demonstrate women and girls served are involved in planning and implementation of the projects and programs. The Emergency Fund of The Women’s Fund of Greater Green Bay was established to be responsive to unexpected community needs and to assist nonprofit organizations with programs serving women and girls in times of emergency. Emergency requests can be given at any time during the year. The Women’s Fund Emergency Fund is defined as an unexpected event that affects the operation of a program or organization serving women and/ or girls and threatens the ability to provide service to women and girls. Grant amounts for emergency funding requests are dependent upon funds available and the evaluation process. Contact the Community Foundation for more information. Dates to remember for 2010 grant request: July 1, 2010 – Deadline for submission of grant proposal September 2010 – Funds available
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Past Grant Recipients
Grant Recipients, 2008
Boys & Girls Club of Green Bay Girls Torch Club
Family Services of Northeast Wisconsin Advocacy Services for Sexual Assault Victims
Girl Scouts of the Northwestern Great Lakes, Inc. After-school Program
Golden House Transportation Funding
Greater Green Bay YMCA, Inc. Y Girls Run
Green Bay Area Public Schools Learning and Literacy Project for Women and Girls in Poverty
Northeast Wisconsin Technical College Educational Foundation Starting Over Project
Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction Book Club for Girls
Grant Recipients, 2007
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ASPIRO, INC. Respite Care for Single Mothers with Special Needs Children Encompass Early Education and Care, Inc. 4K for Children of Single Mothers Family Services of Northeast Wisconsin Sexual Assault Center Legal Advocate Golden House Transportation Needs Greater Green Bay Habitat for Humanity Women Build Literacy Council of Brown County Childcare for ELL Classes New Community Shelter Barrier Reduction for Women St. Vincent Hospital Sexual Assault Nurse Examiners Program Wellspring Celebrate Self-Esteem
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Past Grant Recipients
Grant Recipients, 2006
ASPIRO, Inc. Positive Parenting Program Curriculum
Encompass Early Education & Care, Inc. Scholarship Assistance to Homeless Children
Girl Scouts of Lac Baie Council, Inc. Making America Home Program
Golden House Transportation Assistance
Green Bay Symphony Orchestra, Inc. Youth Orchestra Scholarships
Integrated Community Services, Inc. Retreat for Clients of the Family Self-Sufficiency Program
NEWIST/CESA #7 “The Game’s Over, Women in Prison” Video Distribution
St. Vincent de Paul House of Hope Car Safety
YWCA of Green Bay-De Pere Women’s Closet
A Woman’s Place
Greater Green Bay YMCA, Inc. Girls’ Night Out
Grant Recipients, 2005
Boy & Girls Club of Green Bay GoGirlGo!
Encompass Child Care, Inc. School-Age Mother Child Care Program
Family Violence Center – Golden House Transportation Assistance
Northeast Wisconsin Technical College “Starting Over” Project
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Past Grant Recipients Grant Recipients, 2006
ASPIRO, Inc. Positive Parenting Program Curriculum
Encompass Early Education & Care, Inc. Scholarship Assistance to Homeless Children
Girl Scouts of Lac Baie Council, Inc. Making America Home Program
Golden House Transportation Assistance
Green Bay Symphony Orchestra, Inc. Youth Orchestra Scholarships
Integrated Community Services, Inc. Retreat for Clients of the Family Self-Sufficiency Program
NEWIST/CESA #7 “The Game’s Over, Women in Prison” Video Distribution
St. Vincent de Paul House of Hope Car Safety
YWCA of Green Bay-De Pere Women’s Closet
A Woman’s Place
Donors
Greater Green Bay YMCA, Inc. Girls’ Night Out
Grant Recipients, 2005
Boy & Girls Club of Green Bay GoGirlGo!
Encompass Child Care, Inc. School-Age Mother Child Care Program
Family Violence Center – Golden House Transportation Assistance
Northeast Wisconsin Technical College
Donations
The Women’s Fund of Greater Green Bay exists because of generous donors at all levels. Giving to the fund will make an impact on future generations. You will be making a difference by giving in any number of ways:
Cash donation.
The Greater Green Bay Community Foundation accepts cash, checks, and credit cards on behalf of The Women’s Fund of Greater Green Bay. Levels of giving are as follows:
Frontrunners Patrons Mentors Advocates Supporters
$25,000 and up $10,000 to $24,999 $2,006 to $9,999 $500 to $2,005 up to $499
Create a legacy.
Donate stocks, bonds or real estate. Create a named fund or provide a planned gift.
Honor your friend, mother, wife, or sibling.
Purchase a tribute for our 2010 Tribute Book. The deadline to submit your tribute for the Power of the Purse 2010 is July 15, 2010. Please contact the Greater Green Bay Community Foundation at (920) 432-0800 with any questions.
Every effort was made to be as accurate as possible in compiling the information for this book. We apologize for any errors that may have inadvertently occurred.
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Founding Donors
We thank those who joined the 2005 and above Founding Donor Circle. These people donated $2,005 or more in our Founding Year. Thank you for your support.
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Levels
Donors
Frontrunners
$25,000 and up Diane Conway Betsy Hendrickson in Memory of Ethel M. Brann, the mother of Betsy Hendrickson
Patrons
$10,000-$24,999 Christine A. Neuman Fund for Women and Girls
Mentors
$2,006-$9,999 Beverly Carmichael Diane Roundy Gail Mc Nutt Julie Van Straten Nancy Armbrust Penny Paque Pat Tiedemann Winston Ostrow and Lise Lotte Gammeltoft
Leaders
$2,005 Colleen Weyers Deborah Vessley Diane Ford Donna Scattergood Gail Underwood Jonie Paye Judith Johnson Judy Nagel Julie Kress Kathleen Riley Kim Schanock Kris Labutzke and Jody VanWassenhoven Laura Lee Prange Mary Hitchcock Mary Jane Rintelman Mary Jo Sulzman Michael and Kate Meeuwsen Pamela McCluskey Patricia Hinckley Patricia Larsen Schenck Business Solutions Sharon Resch Susan Finco Susan Schober Murray Suzette Pfeifer Veronica Trofka
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Current Year Contributors
We thank those who made a contribution to The Women’s Fund August 2008 through July 2009. Levels
Donors
Frontrunners
$25,000 and up Rick McNutt and family in honor of Gail McNutt
Patrons
$10,000 and up The Scott Armbrust Family in honor of Nancy Armbrust The Harry Conlon Family in memory of Margaret Conlon
Mentors
$2,006-$9,999 Lise Lotte Gammeltoft Betsy Hendrickson in memory of Ethel Brahn, mother Kristeen Labutzke and Jody VanWassenhoven Penny Paque Gail McNutt
Advocates
$500-$2,005 Carol Bush Bev Carmichael Diane Conway in memory of Carol Schmidt; In honor of Rosaleen Miskella and Nancy Burnham Yolo Diaz Diane Ford Margaret Ford Pat Hinckley Betty Lou Lewis Engrid Meng Rosaleen Miskella Nancy Nusbaum Laura Lee Prange Kathy Siefert, Community Foundation for the Fox Valley Region Sabina Singh and Ken Strmiska Julie Van Straten Terry Wickman
Supporters
Up to $499 Audrey Agen Martha Ahrendt Nancy Ama Tracy Arndt in honor of Carol Bush Carrie Arnold in honor of Rose Smits Kristine Auguston Susan Baier in honor of Barbara Baier Wills Bakran Development Susan Baranczyk Janene Bartanen In Celebration of Women
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Supporters Continued: Bay Area Diamond Linda Benberg Jean Berken Lydia Bessert Brian Blazer Dana Brandt Barbara Brenkus Kate Burgess Susan Bushover Katherine Canadeo Captain’s Walk Winery Suzanne Cashman Cheryl Chaudoir Patricia Ciak Margaret Conlon Alisa Conway Patricia Cook Lori Counihan Judith Crain Karyn Crowley Sue Dahnert Vera Dauffenbach Cathie Day Ashley De Guelle Sheila De Luca Carol Dean Diann Denault Lynn Dettman Clarice Drummond Jeanette Dufeck Rita Dufour Kathleen Egan Bonnie Elfner David Elsen in honor of Gail McNutt Clarice Erickson n memory of Ann Stoegbauer Executive Womens Golf Association Fox Cities in thanks to Diane Roundy for speaker presentation Patricia Falkenhagen Mary Faltynski Frantz Amy Francois Alison Frazier Claire Frey Karen Gaines in honor of Bev Carmichael Susan Garot in memory of Betty Klocek Gail Garrity-Reed Joan Gilliam in honor of Mary Birder Candyce Gilmore Mary Gronnert
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Dee Geurts Bengtson Rosalyn Haase Bonnie Hardy Mary Harp-Jirschele Maryanne Harteau Sharon Hartmann Ameilia Hennig Margaret Hern Kathy Hinkfuss Kathy Hirsch-Kadrlik Jean Hoegemeier in honor of Ann and Sue Rose Hogan M.L. Holewinski Penny Hucovski Bonnie Hughes Sandra Hupfer Lynn Hyer International Assoc. of Admin Professionals GB in thanks to Diane Roundy for speaker presentation Nancy Jensen Erica Johnson Judy Johnson Rachel Johnson Patricia Jones Marilyn Kabat Ann Kapitz Nancy Kaufman Linda Kirchner in honor of Rose Anne, Lana and Nancy Arlene Klika Tori Kluess Judy Knudsen KOH Woodflooring & Consulting Mary Krautkramer Bette Kroeber Lindi Kuritz Karen Lampereur Joy Langreder Marlene Lanoue Cynthia Lasecki Karmen Lemke Der-Hua Lin Kim Linehan Bev Lisle in memory of Nina Bosworth Ann Lulloff Darlene Marcelle Sharon Mauldin Teri McClarrinon Pamela McCluskey Pilar McDermott Lori McNerney
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Supporters Continued: Gail McNutt in honor of Sarah McNutt Judy Medress Mary Mellen Merrill Lynch Matching Gift Program in honor of Maryanne Harteau Sara Meyerhofer Jean Minten Diane Mitchell Kristen Moreland Susan Murphy Sharon Murphy Judy Nagel Jeanne Neidenbach Evaleen Neufeld Carla Nicks Kim Nielsen Bridget O’Connor Marcia O’Leary Lu Ellen Oskey Karen Palmer in memory of Darla Drews Fenner Jonie Paye Suzy Pfeifer Margaret Pichler Sue Porath Janis Priewe Rebecca Pruess Sara Ramaker Kym Rappert Sara Reichert Donna Rich Diane Richardson Kim Riemer Joan Robb Carol Rollin Beth Rondou Jennifer Rosin Diane Roundy Shirley Ryan Thea Sager Donna Scattergood Susan Schinkten Cynthia Schneider Suzan Schober Murray Paula J. Schultz in honor of Judy Johnson Linda Schwallie in honor of Lise Gammeltoft Barbara Schwiesow in memory of Sara Reid and Elizabeth Schwiesow Shorewest Realtors in honor of Susan Hamer Kathlin Sickel Mary Jean Skarphol
Amy Sorenson in memory of Sue Aerts Hoffman Patricia Sparrer Jeanne Stangel Jennifer Steffen Gail Stuckart Cindy and Tom Sullivan Rose Marie Sur Marge Switzer The Readers Loft Nancy Thompson Cindy Theunis Sharon Thorne Thrivent Financial for Lutherans Foundation in honor of Janene Bartanen Deborah Thundercloud Terri Trantow Nancy Truttmann Bonnie Van De Hey in memory of Eileen Rose Riley Kristin VanDrisse Lisa Vanden Avond Vicki Vannieuwenhoven Cyril VanSistine Maureen Van Zeeland Mary Kay Wagner, Wachovia Foundation Matching Gifts Program Mary Jo Walsh Sue Weber Susan White in memory of Betty Kelsay Johanna Wicklund Mary Kay Wilke Jeanne Winkler Wisconsin Public Service Foundation, Inc. in honor of Susan Baranczyk Wisconsin Public Service Foundation, Inc. In honor of Karmen Lemke Wisconsin Public Service Foundation, Inc. Kay Wisneski Sharlene Withbroe Gail Witthuhn Mary Zaborski Dia Zent Lisa Zuleger in honor of Astina Zuleger Planned Gifts on File Diane Roundy Terry Matousek Judy Johnson
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Tributes
We celebrate humanity as we pay tribute to those who have touched our lives. We commemorate the many contributions made by women and men through their personal sacrifices, strength, perseverance, wisdom, support, love and grace. By purchasing a space in this Tribute Book, by becoming a sponsor or making a donation, you have given women and girls additional opportunities. Donations from tribute purchases are deposited directly into the endowment fund. Congratulations to those who are recognized on the following pages.
Tribute Donors Family of Jack and Dianne Koeppler Colleagues of Chris Woleske Gail McNutt Family of Carolyn Beaudin Lise Gammeltoft, Nancy Kaufman and Linda Schwallie Rebecca Pruess Rochelle Riley Executive Committee of The Women’s Fund Gail King and Mary Glaeser
Family of Sally Thompson Family of Bill and Norma Calawerts Nicolet National Bank Friends of Jonie Paye Annie, Carly and Evan Schanock Michelle Sellers Bob Weyers Bill Malooly Hope, Bev and Don Carmichael Management Women
For information on how you can honor someone special in the 2010 Tribute Book see www.womensfundgb.org.
Jack and Dianne Koeppler
Mom- No words can describe what you have done for all of us. You are a mentor, mother, grandmother and friend, but also, truly an inspiration to all. Dad- Thank you for being a mentor, father, grandfather and friend. You are truly going to be missed. 1926-2009 Thank you both for your unconditional love, support and strength. Kelly Koeppler-Smith, Nathan Smith, Kyle Koeppler, Matt & Jenny Koeppler, and Kurt & Judi Koeppler
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Chris Woleske
We recognize you today for your inspirational leadership. Your commitment to patients and families goes unsurpassed. We value your dedication to improving the lives of the people we serve on a daily basis. As women, we admire your ability to balance your career and your family, and the desire to always improve and grow as an individual person. You are a wonderful mentor, you know how to have fun, you challenge us, and we thank you. Andrea Werner, Sharla Baenen, Colleen O’Brien, Amy Dettman, Amy St. Laurent, Jody Wilmet, Mary Hiltunen, Lori Rexses, Laura Cormier, Laura Hieb, Kim Evans, Nan Bush, Linda Roethle.
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Rebecca
To my daughter, Rebecca: I never cease to be amazed and proud of the things you attempt and the things you accomplish! You moved across the country for school; you made new friends and tried new things; you maintain great grades, hold a job, joined a sorority, keep an active social life, assist your teachers with research, and decided to run a marathon and raise money for those less fortunate in your spare time! I am so proud to be your mom! With much love, Mom
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Carolyn Beaudin
Family is very important to Carolyn. She embraces her role of wife, mother and grandmother. Her absolute love of life, cup half full view of any situation and being such a kid at heart are like none other! She always brings out the best in people as she can make even the most shy person come out of their shell and feel like someone special. We are fortunate to be a part of her family. With Love, Bill, John & Merry, Tara & K.C., Bill & Jill, Beth & Jerry
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Barbara Lawton
Your heart is filled with love, Your generous spirit infuses your history-making endeavors, Your rich and creative intellect informs your work and fuels your accomplishments, Your tireless advocacy on behalf of women enriches our lives as individuals, families and communities, Your continuing work and your legacy inspire countless women to excel, Your abiding grace and classic elegance prevail in everything you do. For these and countless other reasons, we cherish your friendship. Lise Gammeltoft, Nancy Kaufman and Linda Schwallie
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Gail McNutt
Mom, Congratulations on another successful Power of the Purse, you never cease to amaze me. Not only are you a successful business woman and dedicated mother, but you somehow find time to make life better for others. I have never met someone more willing and happy to help people she has never met! Your advice on fixing a bad mood (“do something nice for someone else�) says a lot about you and how wonderful you truly are. I am lucky to have you as a mom and best friend and hope to be even half the woman you are when I grow up! -Becca
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Donsia Strong Hill
A friend is someone who knows the song in your heart, and can sing it back to you when you have forgotten the words.” Donsia Strong has been my friend since 1989. Through the years, our friendship has endured long distances and long absences. When she moved from Washington, D.C. to Green Bay, I thought she’d lost her mind. But no, she just lost her heart and found her soul in a beautiful city I saw last year when I spoke at this powerful event. Every time I see her, she reminds me of what we’re here for: to live a life of purpose. She also reminds me to laugh. No one laughs, no one works, no one loves her community more than Donsia Strong Hill. Her dear friend, Rochelle Riley Ann Arbor, Michigan
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Sammi, Molly & Catherine
To my nieces: Sammi, Molly, and Catherine You are students, teachers, athletes, performers, musicians, friends, sisters, daughters, granddaughters, and cousins. But most of all you are an inspiration to me and to others with your commitment to the things important to you, and the people you love. I am proud to be your aunt and your friend! With much love, Aunt Gail
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Terri Matousek
To our friend, mentor and team player Terri Matousek I am only one, but still I am one. I cannot do everything, but still I can do something; And because I cannot do everything I will not refuse to do the something that I can do. ~ Helen Keller ~ Terri, You inspire us with your never ending giving of your time, talent and treasure. We are so very grateful for your research guidance and professional insight. You have been with us since inception of this Fund and remain our guiding light. Thank you for always “doing the something” that you can do. The Executive Committee of The Women’s Fund Gail McNutt, Martha Ahrendt, Nancy Armbrust, Diane Ford, Lise Lotte Gammeltoft, Dee Geurts Bengtson, Julie VanStraten, Diane Roundy
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Muriel Glaeser
To our mother, Muriel Glaeser, who had a tremendous influence on countless students during her 33 years as a music teacher. Although she left us two years ago, her passion for music will live on in our hearts forever. With love and admiration, Gail King Mary Glaeser
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Sally Thompson
Special recognition is in order for Sally Thompson. Throughout your life you have unselfishly given of yourself to family, friends and your community. You have been a skilled elementary teacher, caring mother to our three boys, loving and loved grandmother to eight, close friend to many, admired community leader and my valued buddy and wife for over fifty years. Many have told me and our family that there is little Sally can’t accomplish when she applies her considerable, but often silent, organizational skills and passion for results. This was especially true, Sally, when you served as President of Service League, of your PEO chapter and of the Heritage Hill Foundation. You have been an inspiration to me, your family and many others around you. Thank you for being Sally and impacting so many lives. Our deepest love and respect, Ed and a grateful Thompson family
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Bill and Norma Calawerts
In appreciation of our parents, Bill & Norma Calawerts‌ You have shared your faith by living it, You have taught us love by showing it. We learned from you that joy is found in ordinary pleasures and the closeness of family. You have passed on what matters most in life and we appreciate all you have done for us‌. Mark & Sandy, Min & Lee, Mike & Rocky, John, Chris & Patti and all 20 grandchildren!
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Sandra Renard, Deanna Favre & Susan Merkatoris
We proudly salute our founding Board members, Sandra Renard, Deanna Favre and Susan Merkatoris. Their vision, leadership and commitment to the community have helped us all throughout the years. With heartfelt gratitude, Nicolet National Bank
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Jonie Paye
A friend to many, Jonie jumps in with gusto and passion for the causes she believes in and loves. She is devoted to her husband Lyle and to her family. There is never a question that they come first in her life. Jonie manages to balance her time well among her family, her work at WBAY-TV, and her community volunteer activities. Over the years, she has generously given her time, her skills, and her leadership to her favorite causes including Service League, the Back-to-School Store, Encompass Child Care, PEO, the Women’s Fund of Greater Green Bay, and the Girlfriends Event. Her efficient, effective, positive, energetic manner, make her a true role model. We are all inspired by her unwavering dedication and enthusiasm to her projects, her quick-witted humor, her contagious laugh, and her tireless energy to help children, women and families in this community. She also wows us with her gardening and photography skills...so little time, so much talent! We thank and salute you, Jonie, and we are forever grateful for your many, many contributions. You are OUR SPECIAL GIRLFRIEND. Nancy Armbrust, Bev Carmichael, Diane Conway, Lise Lotte Gammeltoft, Judy Johnson, Lindi Kuritz, Karmen Lemke, Terri Matousek, Gail McNutt, Suzy Pfeifer, Diane Roundy
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Kim Schanock
A Tribute to Our Mom: Our mom is a very loving and caring woman not only for her family but for others. She enjoys spending time with her family and students. Our mom is not only beautiful on the outside, but on the inside as well. We couldn’t ask for a better mom; she would do anything for us. Most importantly, our mom has an awesome sense of humor and is someone we can call a friend and count on. Annie, Carly and Evan
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Sharon Skewis
In memory of my wonderful Aunt and Godmother, Sharon Skewis. You were such a caring and generous person. I always enjoyed the gatherings around your kitchen table; having coffee and sharing stories about every day life. I have many fond memories of time spent with you and your family. You will be missed greatly! Love, Michelle
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Colleen Weyers
To my Mom, Colleen Weyers: Your passion for living has been an inspiration to me. Tracy, myself and our kids love having you in our lives. Your son, Bob
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Julie Malooly
Julie, In the 49 years we have known each other, many things have changed – even the date we first met has changed, for me!! We have always supported each other in all ways. You put our family ahead of your career. Agreed to marry when our circumstances would have shouted NO! I took up golf to help you with your game! We have shared values, shared laughs and tears. We have made good choices and had good luck, and most important shared very strong love for each other. Love, M
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Suzy and Ron Pfeifer
Quietly and passionately, Suzy and Ron Pfeifer are devoted to helping children and to making our community a better place. Over the years, they have served as benevolent leaders and volunteers for numerous local organizations including The Women’s Fund, Encompass Childcare, The Boys and Girls Club, the Art Garage, Scholarships, Inc., Big Brothers Big Sisters, the Green Bay Symphony, Bellin College of Nursing, and UWGB Basketball, just to name those we are aware of. Beyond their charitable commitments, they are truly dedicated friends. While the past year brought us formidable challenges and sadness, Suzy and Ron have always been there for us. Without a pause, Suzy compassionately helped us through what we couldn’t do for ourselves. We knew just how devoted to us they were when they left a UWGB Girls Basketball game (Ron’s love) to help us through a difficult evening. Always attentive and thoughtful of Hopie, they are our family here. We give a loving tribute to Suzy and Ron for being the wonderful individuals they are. Love and hugs, Hopie, Bevie and Don
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Management Women, Inc. Members
Front Row: Lorri Cisler, Lisa Knutson; Back Row: Dawn Collins, Inga Arendt, Lorrie Blaylock, Sue Johnson, Michelle Sellers, Jeanne Stangel, Sue Porath, Laurie Olson, Stephanie Wachholz, Karen Monfre, Juli Manteufel
After a day of golfing in the rain these Management Women, Inc. members pooled together to support the mission of the Women’s Fund to “Empower Women” and “Inspire Girls”. We know the value of this investment and share this vision for our community.
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Former Tributees 2005
Ann Boland The Women’s Fund Board of Directors Gwen Carmichael Marlene Dockry Charlene Strong King Chris Neuman Patty Payette Bev Lisle Rona Loch Lucyanna Hitch Ruth Martin Nagel James Matousek Marti Spittel Ziegelbaurer Sue Schinkten Janet Robaidek, Linda Rabas, Dorothy Tisch,Donna House, Carolyn Schuster & Megan Roumdy Fran Slagle Lacy Gertrude Virtues, Karin Whitlock, Henrietta List & Luci Weichert Lindsay, Brooke and Jaclyn Porath Kevin Crerand, Philip & Robert Bengtson
2007
Nancy Armbrust Diane Conway Barbara A. Corcoran Janell D. Corcoran Melissa Ford & Christy Ford Karen Fredrick Sue Hamer Betsy Hendrickson Cynthia K. Hoban Gail King, Judy Classon & Nancy Olejniczak Kris Labutzke Lois Lemke Renee Lower Bill Malooly & Scott King Gail Mc Nutt Julie Pollnow Sharon Resch
2008
Lindi Kuritz Janet Lieb Judy Mooren Der-Hua Lin Sue Antolec 2006 Karin Brown Carole Ziemer, Judy Jacobsen, Carrie Arnold Kathy Riebe, Ginny Lippert, Eileen Littig Chris Mikulsky & Annette Margaret “Maggie” Conlon Kimble Rebecca Fencl-Riedel Martha Ahrendt & The Greater Green Makayla Cuddeback Ann Kapitz Bay Community Foundation Ethel M. Brann Lise Lotte Gammeltoft & Suzy Pfeifer Penny Paque Doris “Dot” Copeland French Judy Granius Sharon Lutsey Kathleen Helms & Clara Helms Janet Skytta Judy Johnson Dr. Beverly Carmichael Lise Lotte Gammeltoft & Suzy Pfeifer Linda Darmody Diane Roundy Ellen Meeuwsen, Carol Haskin, Dr. Sabina Singh Kate Meeuwsen,Emily Patricia VandenHouten Johnson, Gretchen Christensen & Maggie Bea Johnson Nancy Armbrust
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Frequently Asked Questions
Grants are a powerful catalyst for social change. The Women’s Fund of Greater Green Bay was established to support programs that will improve the well-being of women and girls. The Women’s Fund of Greater Green Bay considers making grants its most powerful important work.
What is a women’s fund? The Women’s Fund of Greater Green Bay is a partnership of donors, grantees, and volunteers working to support programs for women and girls. All local funds are held at the Greater Green Bay Community Foundation. Today over 132 women’s and girls’ foundations are thriving throughout the United States and abroad. Since 1985 these foundations have given over $250 million in grants and raised another $300 million for endowments and programs to increase the impact of women and their philanthropy. Currently in Wisconsin, there are Women’s Funds established in Green Bay, Appleton, Oshkosh, Fond du Lac, La Crosse, Madison, Milwaukee, and Racine. Why target programs for women and girls? Despite the dramatic advancement in recent decades, women are still far more likely than men to be homeless, to live in poverty, to be unemployed or under-employed, to face violence, and to suffer inadequate housing and health care. Women today bear disproportionately the burdens of working and taking care of children, husbands, and aging parents. Although programs that address the needs of women and girls benefit families, communities, and our society as a whole, less than 6 percent of national foundation budgets each year go to causes specifically earmarked for women and girls. Our goal is to increase financial resources available to programs for women and girls in our region now and in the future. Why another fund in Green Bay? This is an opportunity to pool our money and directly help women and girls in our community. The Fund is not duplicating, nor replacing. Rather it is embracing and supporting what other wonderful organizations in the Green Bay area are already doing and then some. Think of The Women’s Fund of Greater Green Bay as a type of insurance policy or a savings account. We want to establish a fund to guarantee that opportunities will be available from one year to the next to help women and girls. We will support already established programs that need financial assistance and develop new initiatives that address women’s and girls’ issues and opportunities that are not already being addressed. Is The Women’s Fund of Greater Green Bay separate from the Community Foundation? The Women’s Fund of Greater Green Bay is a designated field of interest fund within the Greater Green Bay Community Foundation. The fund has a 501(c)(3) status. Who decides what organizations receive grants from The Women’s Fund? We are part of the Greater Green Bay Community Foundation’s granting cycle. A volunteer committee reviews applications and makes recommendations.
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What are our goals? To raise $1 million in our endowment by 2009 and grant out $50,000 per year, every year. Can I make my commitment over time? Yes. In order to have funds available for grants, we are encouraging payment within 3 years. What is a planned gift? Women are increasingly comfortable making planned gifts with their inheritances and earned wealth. Of the largest major gifts and planned gifts around the U.S., women are rapidly catching up with men, in terms of gift size and frequency. Planned giving, especially methods that generate income during one’s life, are logical options for older women who may worry about having enough income to last for their lifetime. The Women’s Fund of Greater Green Bay has a gift acceptance policy that outlines how a planned gift will be spent once received, i.e., endowment, grant-making and operations. Can I volunteer for The Women’s Fund of Greater Green Bay? Yes. We offer several opportunities for volunteer involvement. Contact Barbara Braun at Bellin Health (920) 431-5506 or email barb.braun@bellin.org or Martha Ahrendt at the Community Foundation at (920) 432-0800 or by e-mail at Martha@ggbcf.org.
Girlfriends Event
Thank you to all who attended our third Girlfriends event held April 28, 2009, at the Meyer Theatre. Over 700 women and girls attend as the Donna Woodall Group, a jazz group from Milwaukee, provided an evening of fun. Jonie Paye, Women’s Fund Board Member, along with Sue Golz and Laurey Berk-Clampett served as co-chairs of the event. Thanks goes out to our Lead sponsor: Women’s Specialty Care; Platinum sponsors: Bellin Health, Oneida Nation of Wisconsin, Peacock Entertainment, PMI, Schenck Business Solutions, Schneider National and Schreiber Foods; Silver sponsors: Cellcom, Du Bois Formalwear, Fay Dental, Godfrey and Kahn, S.C., Julie and Randy VanStraten and Matousek & Associates (co-sponsors) and Marti Spittell Ziegelbauer; Bronze sponsors: Broadway Chevrolet; In Kind sponsors: Haven Salon & Spa, Kuehn Printing, Petal Pusher, PMI, Rummele’s Jewelers, Schinkten Design and WBAY-TV. Look for more information about future Girlfriends events!
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