Winona Community Foundation Reaffirms National Recognition
National Standards Accreditation Upholds Our Commitment to Excellence Winona Community Foundation has recently renewed its accreditation with National Standards for U.S. Community Foundations®—the highest standards for philanthropic excellence. The Winona Community Foundation is pleased to announce that we have recently renewed our accreditation with National Standards for [...]
$4,883 Grant to Expand Simulation Access for EMS
Lewiston Volunteer Ambulance received a $4,883 Cycle 1 Community Grant from the Winona Community Foundation in 2023. These dollars supported their education program that provides Emergency Medicine Technicians (EMTs) with valuable experience and real-world techniques needed in the field. Yearly, Lewiston Volunteer Ambulance responds to over 200 calls and [...]
Your Gift’s Direct Impact
Dear Donors and Community Members, I trust this letter finds you well. As 2023 draws to a close, I find myself reflecting on the increased impact the Winona Community Foundation is having in the broader community. And I know that is happening because generous people [...]
Recap of the 2023 Founders Event Honoring Pat & Jerry Papenfuss
On October 10th, 2023, the Winona Community Foundation was proud to honor Pat and Jerry Papenfuss with the 2023 Founders Award, which honors individuals who have demonstrated an extraordinary commitment to improving life in the Winona area through the use of their time, talent, and treasure. Individuals selected to [...]
Winona Community Foundation Announces $100,000 Impact Grant
Update 02/21/2024: The Winona Community Foundation will be holding a press conference to award $100,000 to a local non-profit organization. We invite you to attend on Friday, March 1st at 10AM at the Foundation office at 111 Riverfront Suite 2E in Winona or watch the live stream on our [...]
Winona Community Foundation Awards $64,241 to Local Nonprofits
Winona Community Foundation Awards $64,241 to Local Nonprofits An important part of the Winona Community Foundation’s mission is realized through awarding community grants to meet the ever-changing needs of the community. Since the program’s inception, it has become an essential asset for local Winona area [...]
