WIP gives $11,600 in grants to area groups
Through the generous donations received by the local Women in Philanthropy (WIP) group, $11,600 was recently given to seven area children’s programs as voted on by WIP members at the annual meeting in November.
o Staples Motley Arts Council received $1,200 designated to be put towards children’s summer theatre expenses.
o Staples-Motley School District received $2,700 to help fund the activity days for students at Camp Shamineau.
o Eagle Valley Schools/Early Childhood program received $2,500 for large motor skills equipment for children.
o Browerville Schools received $1,000 to help fund bowling for physical education classes.
o Central Minnesota Boys Choir received $1,500 to help members by learning and viewing choral events in Minneapolis.
o Colla Voce Girls Choir received $1,500 to help fund music and offset concert attire expenses and travel.
o Lamplight Community Theatre received $1,200 for Lamp Camp expenses in order to lower costs for children attending
The WIP group offers competitive grant dollars to surrounding communities in an effort to support needed health services, community education and preventative health programs and activities that contribute to the quality of life for children and youth in the five-county service area including Todd, Wadena, Cass, Morrison and portions of Crow Wing counties.
The WIP group is made up of area women who, through donations, hope to positively impact the overall health and wellness of children. Awarded grant funds will ultimately support the mission of the WIP group which partners with Lakewood Health System’s community health initiatives. With a current membership of 59 women, the WIP group has received more than $157,000 since it was founded in 2014.
To learn more about the WIP program, or how to become a member, contact Heidi Chapman, Foundation Director at 218-894-8503 or WIP@lakewoodhealthsystem.com.
