On Thursday, March 21st, we held a Forward Thinking session covering online scams and fraud and what you can do to protect yourself. We were honored to have with us Michael Domke, Agency Liaison for the Bureau of Consumer Protection with Wisconsin Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection, to discuss the different types of … See details
On Thursday, February 15th, we held a Forward Thinking session covering Preparing for Tax Season: A Conversation About the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC). Speaker Jonathon Ferguson, Financial Capability Specialist with University of Madison Division of Extension, walked us through how to prepare people for tax season, what the Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) is, … See details
On Thursday, January 17th, we held our first Forward Thinking session of 2024 covering ABAWD Work Requirements. Speaker Megan Sawall, Program Coordinator for FSC, was on hand to walk us through the requirements and exemptions of the specific requirements for Able Bodied Adults Without Dependents (ABAWD). Some key takeaways from the session: If someone does … See details
Communication is the key to healthy partnerships. Simple check-ins can ensure we are providing relevant, useful services to you and the people we serve. Consider this: Feedback develops more engaging content and creates a culture of growth That’s why we’re excited to invite you to a conversation with a very special guest: you! Join us … See details
The internet has become a crucial utility for connecting people to essential resources. From health care, education, and work opportunities, accessible and affordable internet needs to be available to everyone. Consider this: Estimates put 1.3 million people in Wisconsin without accessible or affordable internet.
Having shelter is an essential human need. Facing eviction devastates a person’s life and mental state. Often, it leaves people overwhelmed and feeling powerless, but knowing your tenant rights can make a world of difference. Consider this: Evictions have returned to (and expected to exceed) pre-pandemic levels. As of August, there have been over 25,000 … See details
As pandemic measures are coming to an end, large changes to the eligibility for Medicaid and BadgerCare have put many at risk of losing healthcare coverage. While providing physical health services, maintaining insurance also provides essential peace of mind that can’t be underestimated. Consider this: DHS estimates that 1 in 4 Wisconsin residents will have … See details
ACCESS is an app that allows people to apply for and manage benefit programs through a single account. This powerful tool streamlines the process of finding benefits and connecting with local providers. It’s a gamechanger for those looking for help. Why? Consider this: according to multiple studies, people spend anywhere between 3.5 and 5 hours … See details
