Aug 17, 2021 | News
A grant through WisTAF (Wisconsin Trust Account Foundation) provides civil legal aid for survivors we serve in the amount of $22,500. WisTAF works with civil legal aid organizations in Wisconsin to increase access to justice. We oversee funds and invest in services and projects to help people resolve legal problems. If you are a survivor of domestic violence in our service area, and you meet the qualifications, we may be able to assist you with legal aid. Call (715) 735-6656 for more information.
Aug 17, 2021 | News
The Rainbow House is a proud recipient of a grant to support the work of our Oconto Outreach Office from the Basic Needs Giving Partnership of the Greater Green Bay Community Foundation, a funding collaborative which includes funds from the U.S. Venture Open Fund for Basic Needs, the J.J. Keller Foundation, and other community donors. The funds provided will support the operating costs of our Oconto Outreach office, including rent, utilities, and a fund for client emergency needs, for the next three years. The Greater Green Bay Community Foundation is committed to continually improving the quality of life in our area. By leading strategic partnerships, convening leaders, experts and residents and utilizing collaborative resources, we advance important community initiatives.
Press Release: Rainbow House Greater Green Bay Community Foundation Press Release Aug 2021
Aug 13, 2021 | News
Thanks to the M&M Community Foundation Women’s Giving Circle for a grant in their 2021 cycle. The Rainbow House was awarded $1,250 to provide health and wellness products for survivors of domestic violence. Personal Hygiene is personal! We are grateful for the opportunity to provide clients in shelter with products they select to match their individual hair and skin types.
Aug 2, 2021 | News
Thank you so much, Woody’s, for your support of our mission!
Jun 29, 2021 | News
Oconto Electric Cooperative offers a charitable fund to improve area lives and communities. Rainbow House is proud to announce we were awarded $750 to expand our new forensic evidence camera project. This will allow us to acquire an additional camera. It is our hope to provide one to each Law Enforcement Partner agency throughout Oconto County.
As you may know, Community “Change” is a project of Oconto Electric Cooperative. OEC members who participate in the program agree to have their monthly electric bill rounded up to the next whole dollar amount and then those funds are donated to Community “Change”. Please contact OEC to consider rounding up your electric bill at www.ocontoelectric.com or by calling 920-846-2816 and requesting a Community “Change” bill round-up card. Thank you f or supporting our community, Oconto Electric Cooperative!
OEC is a member-owned, not-for-profit, generation & distribution cooperative headquartered in Oconto Falls, Wisconsin. In 1937, the cooperative was formed to serve electricity in rural northeast Wisconsin. Currently OEC serves more than 9,600 members throughout Oconto, Marinette, and small portions of Shawano and Brown County.
OEC’s goal is to provide safe and reliable electricity at a reasonable rate. OEC is committed to the communities they serve. They support local schools, community organizations and agencies through donations and programs that OEC offers. Many OEC employees are active with local groups and organizations, which enrich the cooperative’s relationship with the people and communities they serve.
