KQ98 Cares
In 1996, a La Crosse County Health Department survey revealed a serious gap in food access for local families, sparking the creation of The Hunger Task Force. Formed to connect and coordinate hunger relief efforts, the organization quickly became a vital community link. By 1999, it launched the Kane Street Community Garden to grow fresh […]
The La Crosse Lighthouse is more than just a space—it’s a sanctuary for healing, recovery, and connection. Designed with a home-like atmosphere, it provides outreach, advocacy, and a welcoming environment for individuals seeking a self-directed path to wellness. What sets The Lighthouse apart is its foundation in shared experiences—people who have walked their own recovery […]
KQ98 Cares, thanks to the support of WinnMed, was able to donate $500 to Steppin’ Out In Pink! For two decades, Steppin’ Out in Pink has been more than just a walk—it’s been a movement. This non-competitive fundraising event invites people of all ages and abilities to join together in support of breast cancer research […]
Summer’s flown by and the kids will be back in the classroom before you know it. But the bill for school supplies can be quite the burden for area families. And that’s where the Back 2 School Drive comes in. Thanks to the help of WinnMed, KQ98 Cares was able to make a $500 donation […]
Opportunity. Equity. Community. That’s the mission driving Couleecap, a nonprofit organization dedicated to fighting poverty and empowering people across Crawford, La Crosse, Monroe, and Vernon counties in Wisconsin. As a 501(c)(3) community action agency, Couleecap has been making a difference since 1966—serving over 1 million people through more than 248 programs. In 2024 alone, 23,435 […]
KQ98 along with WinnMed made a $500 donation to Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center as the KQ98 Cares recipient for the month of June. About Eagle Bluff Eagle Bluff Environmental Learning Center is a nonprofit in Lanesboro, Minnesota offering outdoor learning adventures for all ages. Programs include Outdoor School, a multi-day, accredited overnight experience for […]
Heat And Housing For Heroes is a charitable initiative that was created to give extra assistance to the growing population of Wisconsin Veterans in need. No American Hero should ever have to make the decision between eating and heating, so Heat For Heroes steps in and provides a critical safety survival net for those Veterans. […]
KQ98 and WinnMed would like to congratulate Northeast Iowa RSVP as this month’s KQ98 Cares recipient! Northeast Iowa RSVP matches the skills and interests of volunteers who are 55 and better with local partners to positively impact communities. Northeast Iowa RSVP, an AmeriCorps Seniors supported organization, partners with over 600 individuals age 55+ in Allamakee, […]
This month, Kq98 Cares, along with our friends at WinnMed, were able to make a $500 donation to Mabel Ambulance Services. These funds will be used to provide equipment and further training for their volunteer team. The heroes at Mabel Ambulance Services are committed to serving the Mabel, Minnesota community and their surrounding areas. […]
KQ98 and WinnMed congratulate our KQ98 Cares recipient this month: Bluff Country Family Resources. They provide community education crisis intervention, advocacy, support and resources to victims of domestic and sexual violence, child abuse and homelessness. If you would like more information about the KQ98 Cares program, go to www.kq98.com
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