For Good. Forever. Wed, 20 May 2026 10:05:15 -0400 en-us © 2026 For Good. Forever. yes 2e9f76cf-6e90-5e9d-8e2f-df1e27d0b0e5 La Crosse Area Community Foundation episodic false Get an inside look at the ideas and people investing in our communities — for good, forever. From giving circles to grassroots partnerships, each episode offers quick, honest conversations about what makes La Crosse thrive.

]]> Buzzsprout (https://www.buzzsprout.com) La Crosse Area Community Foundation https://storage.buzzsprout.com/puzpng57umdpe2pvlbxchcco756u?.jpg For Good. Forever. Stronger Together: Rethinking Collaboration w/ Carrie Thompson Stronger Together: Rethinking Collaboration w/ Carrie Thompson In this episode, we sit down with Carrie Thompson to explore what collaboration really looks like in the nonprofit and sustainability space. Drawing from her role at the Sustainability Institute and her experience as a Non-Profit Capacity Building grant recipient, Carrie shares how collaboration is built through trust, shared learning, and strong relationships.

Together, we discuss the impact of cohort-based learning, the challenges of working together, and what makes La Crosse a unique community for collaboration. This conversation offers practical insights for anyone looking to strengthen connections and create meaningful impact.


Music: “Eco Project” by Purple Planet Music ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.purple-planet.com⁠

]]> In this episode, we sit down with Carrie Thompson to explore what collaboration really looks like in the nonprofit and sustainability space. Drawing from her role at the Sustainability Institute and her experience as a Non-Profit Capacity Building grant recipient, Carrie shares how collaboration is built through trust, shared learning, and strong relationships.

Together, we discuss the impact of cohort-based learning, the challenges of working together, and what makes La Crosse a unique community for collaboration. This conversation offers practical insights for anyone looking to strengthen connections and create meaningful impact.


Music: “Eco Project” by Purple Planet Music ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.purple-planet.com⁠

]]> La Crosse Area Community Foundation Buzzsprout-19135662 Wed, 20 May 2026 09:00:00 -0500 1791 full false Creating a Shared Vision w/ Mayor Washington-Spivey Creating a Shared Vision w/ Mayor Washington-Spivey In this episode, we sit down with Mayor Shaundel Washington-Spivey to talk about what it takes to create a more connected and thriving La Crosse. Through the lens of social capital, Mayor Washington-Spivey shares how local government, collaboration, and strong community relationships can expand accessibility and create a shared vision for the future.

Together, we explore how building a stronger community isn’t just about policies or programs—it’s about equity, connection, and making sure everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Whether you’re looking to get involved or simply want to better understand the challenges and opportunities in La Crosse, this conversation highlights how each of us can play a role in shaping a more inclusive and connected community.

Music: “Eco Project” by Purple Planet Music ⁠⁠https://www.purple-planet.com

]]> In this episode, we sit down with Mayor Shaundel Washington-Spivey to talk about what it takes to create a more connected and thriving La Crosse. Through the lens of social capital, Mayor Washington-Spivey shares how local government, collaboration, and strong community relationships can expand accessibility and create a shared vision for the future.

Together, we explore how building a stronger community isn’t just about policies or programs—it’s about equity, connection, and making sure everyone has the opportunity to thrive. Whether you’re looking to get involved or simply want to better understand the challenges and opportunities in La Crosse, this conversation highlights how each of us can play a role in shaping a more inclusive and connected community.

Music: “Eco Project” by Purple Planet Music ⁠⁠https://www.purple-planet.com

]]> La Crosse Area Community Foundation Buzzsprout-19046851 Wed, 22 Apr 2026 09:00:00 -0500 1794 full false Your Guide to Giving w/ Katelyn Doyle Your Guide to Giving w/ Katelyn Doyle In this episode, we sit down with Katelyn Doyle to talk about what giving can look like for the next generation. With her background in estate planning, Katelyn offers a fresh perspective on philanthropy, and we dive into the transfer of wealth study conducted in La Crosse by the University of Minnesota.

Together, we explore how giving isn’t just about large sums of money—it’s about values, intention, and the impact you want to make. Whether you’re just getting started or looking for new ways to give back, this conversation highlights how anyone can be part of shaping their community’s future.

Music: “Eco Project” by Purple Planet Music ⁠⁠https://www.purple-planet.com

]]> In this episode, we sit down with Katelyn Doyle to talk about what giving can look like for the next generation. With her background in estate planning, Katelyn offers a fresh perspective on philanthropy, and we dive into the transfer of wealth study conducted in La Crosse by the University of Minnesota.

Together, we explore how giving isn’t just about large sums of money—it’s about values, intention, and the impact you want to make. Whether you’re just getting started or looking for new ways to give back, this conversation highlights how anyone can be part of shaping their community’s future.

Music: “Eco Project” by Purple Planet Music ⁠⁠https://www.purple-planet.com

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