Our News & Events Blog

Thank you, Oconto Electric!

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...

read more

Advanced Training in Strangulation Prevention

Congratulations, to our Marinette Legal Advocate, for completing the Advanced Training in Strangulation Prevention!  Joette Koronkiewicz attended this five-day curriculum through the Institute on Strangulation Prevention, a nationally aclaimed program based in San...

read more

Thank you, Other Guys Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club!

We just received a donation from the "Other Guys Law Enforcement Motorcycle Club" They are a great group with a great mission. They supplied the Rainbow House  with chairs, ottomans, tables and bookshelves for our clients. Items were donated in Green Bay and delivered...

read more

Thank you, Greater Green Bay Community Foundation

Rainbow House Greater Green Bay Community Foundation Press Release Jan 2021 Rainbow House Domestic Abuse Services received a $1,000 grant from the Greater Green Bay Community Foundation.   Rainbow House will use this grant to support survivors and their children...

read more

A Special Christmas Gift

Lily Kornusky donated to Rainbow House in memory of her mother, Debbie Kornusky.  Melissa Marie photography raised $700 from her Santa shoots with Leon Breault.  Lily decided to donate half the funds to our agency.  Thank you, Lily, for your generosity and kindness! ...

read more

Thanks Again, Stephenson National Bank!

Stephenson National Bank has twice contributed to the Rainbow House COVID relief efforts, in the amount of $2,000 and $5,000.  We are so grateful for their community support! Stephenson National Bank's Mission is to be the premier provider of trusted financial...

read more

Thank you, Otto Bremer Trust!

Thank you, Otto Bremer Trust!  Rainbow House received $5,000 in COVID relief funding. In response to COVID-19, the Otto Bremer Trust (OBT) established a $50 million emergency fund through its Community Benefit Financial Company (CBFC) subsidiary to provide financial...

read more

Thank you, Women’s Giving Circle!

The Women's Giving Circle has donated $1,000 to assist Rainbow House in giving cell phones and minutes coverage to women experiencing domestic violence.  This ability to stay socially and professionally connected during a pandemic is an essential lifeline to so many...

read more

Thank you, Allstate Foundation!

Thank you, Allstate Foundation, for providing Rainbow House $4,500 in COVID relief funding! The Allstate Foundation works to empower all people to imagine —and achieve— better for themselves and their community. Since 2005, The Allstate Foundation has been committed...

read more

Thank you, Tri-County United Way!

Thank you, Tri-County United Way, for your continued partnership!  United Way provided Rainbow House $500 in COVID relief funding.  Tri-County United Way's mission is to improve lives by mobilizing the caring power of communities.  

read more

Forward Services Local Help

FSC Program Flyer Emergency Assistance   One-time payment toward either security deposit, first month’s rent, or late rent for families facing impending homelessness or are in a homeless situation. Payments may only be received once every 12 months. Eligibility...

read more

Thank You, Stephenson National Bank and Trust

Thank you for your support of our community, Stephenson National Bank!  Rainbow House has received $5,000 to provide emergency shelter to survivors of domestic violence and their children. Pictured from right to left Elisa Rollo, Senior Vice President and Chief Retail...

read more

COVID-19 and Domestic Violence Bulletin

For people dealing with domestic violence, home is not a safe place. Mandates to quarantine may keep you safe from a pandemic, but can be deadly when you live with an abusive partner. Domestic violence spikes during times of stress and economic hardship. Violence can...

read more

Thank You M&M Area Community Foundation!

Rainbow House Domestic Abuse Services is pleased to announce receiving a $5,000 grant from the Community-Wide Endowment held at the M&M Area Community Foundation. The award will be put towards our Survivor Emergency Fund to help survivors of domestic violence have...

read more

Thank you, Outback Open Mic Night!

Thank you, Outback Open Mic Night, for your kindness in supporting our mission.  We appreciate you! Pictured from left to right: Melissa Haidle - Outback Bar Owner Alexis Powell - Rainbow House Child/Teen Advocate Paul Matty - Open Mic Night Event DJ/ Amount raised at...

read more

Thank you, Bond Foundation!

Rainbow House Domestic Abuse Services is pleased to announce an award from the Bond Foundation.  The LEON H. AND CLYMENE M. BOND FOUNDATION, INC. is a family endowed Foundation committed to the growth and improvement of Oconto County and its surrounding areas. The...

read more

Thank You, Stephenson National Bank!

Stephenson National Bank, in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, has generously awarded the Rainbow House a $2,000 grant to support our emergency response work.  This grant was made possible through a grant from the Federal Home Loan Bank of Chicago, combined with an...

read more

Coronavirus Precaution and Donations

For sanitation purposes, will not be accepting donations of any open or homemade food items or used items until further notice. Donations of new, needed items (cleaning products, unexpired non-perishable food, etc.) will still be accepted; however, it is always a good...

read more

Support Groups Temporarily Moving to ONLINE only

Rainbow House is following suggested Center for Disease Control Guidelines to reduce the risk of spreading viruses.  As such, we're moving temporarily to an online support group platform.  Those interested in calling in or joining online will be provided a secure...

read more

Donation Guidelines: What we can and cannot accept

Items We CAN Accept Rainbow House happily accepts the following items: New cosmetics and toiletries Canned or boxed food with current used by dates Books, records, and DVDs Games, toys (except stuffed animals) and sports equipment Housewares: dishes, glassware,...

read more

We’re Hiring!

Employment Opportunities Positions Available: Staff Support/Weekend Position and Fill in Positions CURRENT SHIFTS AVAILABLE INCLUDE: Every Other Saturday (except once a month) 11pm to 7am Every Other Sunday 11pm-7am Every Monday 11pm-7am Job Description: This position...

read more

Walmart Registry

Would you like to support Rainbow House through online shopping?  We're now registered at Walmart! Click here for Walmart Registry!

read more

Thank you to Wisconsin Public Service Foundation

Thank you to Wisconsin Public Service Foundation, for providing $1,000 to support our Safe Place to Sleep grant.  As survivors and their children transition from shelter to new homes, they now have a safe place to sleep, thanks to this grant which provides new beds....

read more

Holiday Meal Help Needed

To make the season bright, please consider sharing.  The families with which we are working are in need of the following: 11 turkey/ham gravy mixes 6 boxed/fresh potatoes 3 cranberries 14 pumpkin/fruit pies 12 french fried onions 14 small tubs of butter 15 packages of...

read more

Amazon Wish List

Are you interested in a quick way to support survivors of domestic violence?  Rainbow House now has a wish list: Click here for Amazon Wish List!

read more