Community Development
Noah Reif is our Community Development Educator.
We provide educational information and process support for productively making decisions in your local government, business, non-profit, or community group.
We research and respond to needs in the areas of entrepreneurship, workforce development and inclusion, energy use/sustainability/extreme weather events, outdoor air quality, local government, radon prevention, hazardous waste disposal, and well water quality.
Our work is guided by the priorities of local government officials, business leaders, and residents in Fond du Lac County. Please let us know how Extension can work with you.
- Nonprofits throughout Wisconsin rely on volunteers both to expand their offerings and to stretch their resources. Organizations that recognize the unique nature of volunteers and make strategic use of them expand their capacity and multiply their community reach. But working with volunteers is fundamentally different from managing employees and if misunderstood, can do more harm […]
- As your organization looks for potential donors, please consider our tracker of available grants to organizations in Fond du Lac County as you research what funding opportunities are right for your organization . Are you looking for learning opportunities to expand you and your organization’s knowledge about applying for grants? Consider taking this free, self-guided […]
- Are you new to the world of nonprofit fundraising? Join us and learn the basics at Extension’s free Nonprofit Financial Development Workshop hosted by Extension and CLA on Thursday, November 13. This workshop is designed to help new nonprofits and people new to nonprofits develop the tools and strategies needed to thrive in today’s competitive […]
- Are you a nonprofit, business, or government leader in Wisconsin in need of grant writing skills? Sign up for this informative and hands-on virtual training on grant writing. There are two sessions available, click here to go to our Grant Writing Basics sign-up page. Monday, September 22 from 6PM-8PMTuesday, September 23 from 12PM-2PM Can’t make […]
- Nonprofits across Wisconsin are doing critical work every day to build communities where everyone can thrive, but fundraising can feel like an obstacle for many organizations and leaders. Gain the expert insights and tools you need to effectively navigate the intricacies of fundraising in 2025. Join Extension’s expert educators for hands-on training tailored to the […]
