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Agency Update

JumpStart Program Helps Single Mom, Kristina, purchase a reliable vehicle

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Our JumpStart program was created to help individuals and families acquire quality, affordable cars so they have a reliable way to get to work, pick up groceries, and live a self-sufficient life here in rural Wisconsin. Through the program, West CAP is able to help income-eligible drivers like Kristina put a $1,000 down payment on a vehicle of their choice, and then obtain a low-interest, 60-month car loan through WESTconsin Credit Union. Visit our jumpstart page for complete program details and application … Read More
Program Announcement

ON-SITE OUTREACH OFFICE HOURS

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West CAP employees will be on-site to talk about what programs and services we have available and to answer any questions! 1300 ResidencesRiver Falls, WI9AM-11AMWednesdayApril 26, 2023 Abbey GroveHudson, WI12:30pm-2:30pmWednesdayApril 26, 2023 Dakota MeadowsNew Richmond, WI3pm-5pmWednesdayApril 26, 2023
Agency Update

West CAP is Currently Seeking Low-Income Board Reps

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West CAP has immediate openings for a low-income representative from Barron, Pepin, Polk , and St. Croix Counties for our Board of Directors to fill mid-terms.  Meetings are held monthly on Monday evenings. Eligibility Federal Poverty Guidelines – Gross Monthly Income at or below – Self Declared Household Size 125% 1 $16,988 2 $22,888 3 $28,788 4 $34,688 Each Additional Person + $5,900 This is an excellent opportunity to assist our organization with developing programs that meet the needs of … Read More
News Release

St. John’s Youth Donate Kits to West CAP’s Homeless Intervention Program

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West CAP staff were surprised by a recent donation of 25 kits for our Homeless Intervention Program! A group of Faith Formation youth from Glenwood City’s St. John The Baptist Catholic Church collected donations of towels, blankets, socks and hygiene products to create 25 kits as a service project to help families in need through West CAP’s Homeless Intervention services. The kits come at a critical time, as the cost of living has increased dramatically over the past year, and … Read More
News Release | Program Announcement

WERA: Wisconsin Emergency Rental Assistance Program
Set to Close January 31

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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE1/20/2023 The Governor’s office announced the upcoming closing of the federally funded Wisconsin Emergency Rental Assistance program (WERA).  Applications are set to close on January 31, 2023 due to low remaining funds available.  Housing stability services will continue even after rental benefit funds are exhausted. WERA launched in February 2021 to help families avoid homelessness due to pandemic-related financial hardship. The program was administered by the Wisconsin Department of Administration in partnership with WISCAP, the state’s community action … Read More
Grants & Funding Support | Newsletter

West CAP Receives WHEDA Foundation Grant for Low-Income Housing Upgrades

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WHEDA recently awarded $2 million in grant funds to organizations across Wisconsin that provide emergency shelter, transitional residences, and extremely low-income housing, including a $50,000 grant to West CAP. This grant is funded in part by WHEDA and by American Rescue Plan Act in a joint effort to create or improve safe, housing, esspecially for community members with complex needs. West CAP will be using these funds to replace outdated heating systems and install air-source heat pumps and hybrid water … Read More
Newsletter | Program Announcement

Former Homeless Intervention Program Participant Graduates from CVTC Nursing Program

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“When I first came to West CAP, I was homeless and staying at the local women’s shelter. West CAP helped me get housing, they helped pay for gas and books so I could earn my CNA, and they helped me set goals for my future.” Carrie Kittelson has overcome incredible obstacles, including abuse and homelessness, to get where she is today. Last month, on December 20th, she graduated from CVTC-River Falls with a nursing degree. She has already been offered … Read More
Agency Update

181 Children Receive Holiday Gifts Thanks to YOU!

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Thank you to everyone who contributed to our annual Holiday Gift Drive! Each year, we strive to lighten the burden felt by so many families during the holidays by collecting donations of toys, clothing, and gift cards to give to low-income families in Boyceville, Glenwood City, and Spring Valley communities. This year, we had 60 eligible families register for the program. Thanks to the generosity of local donors and businesses, a total of 181 children will be receiving gifts and needs this holiday season. … Read More
Grants & Funding Support

Andersen Corporate Foundation Grants $8,250 to Homeless Intervention

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The Andersen Corporate Foundation has generously approved $8,250 in grant funding to support the expanding work of our Homeless Intervention program. This program helps low-income families and individuals who are currently homeless or at risk of being homeless achieve housing stability through rental assistance, case management, and connection to community resources. Last year, our Homeless Intervention program served over 6,000 individuals through program enrollment, case management and referrals. Our Housing Assistance program is managed by Erica Schoch, who leads a … Read More
Agency Update | Program Announcement

2022 Community Needs Assessment Results are Here

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Hot off the press, the results of our 2022 Community Needs Assessment have been compiled, analyzed, and made available here on our website! Every three years, West CAP conducts a Community Needs Assessment to gather feedback from low-income individuals and community partner agencies within our seven-county service area. The survey is a requirement of the Federal Community Service Block Grant and it asks about a variety of topics including housing, transportation, health, employment, education, and food/nutrition services. The results help us gain … Read More

Please Note:

West CAP office locations will be closed to the public for walk-ins on Wednesday and Thursday, February 22 & 23 due to snow and subsequent staffing shortages.