Incourage eNews provides readers an update on a variety of Incourage related news, current work, and impact in our community. Please share and invite your friends to contact us ([email protected] or 715.423.3863) to be added to this mailing. In this issue:  Community Survey results are here! Meet Diana Buss Incouraging Progress, Kelly Ryan’s latest blog Incourage in National Spotlight  In early 2018, we completed a Community Survey in which residents of all ages throughout the south Wood County area shared their thoughts and opinions for our community’s future. Together, let’s look at the survey results and talk about what’s next. Join us to hear the results! Tuesday, March 13, 6:00pm Performing Arts Center of Wisconsin Rapids 1801 16th Street South Resident Profile: Diana Buss Growing up in this community, Diana Buss witnessed how it has changed and grown over the years. Now, as a successful business owner and community volunteer, she’s working to make positive change for – and with – others. Diana owns the local pet boutique, BowWow Meow.  Read Diana’s Story   Incourage in National Spotlight NonProfit Quarterly’s article, What Does It Look Like for a Community to Own Its Future? features snapshots of three U.S. communities working to shape their own futures. We were honored to have the Tribune Building Project’s work featured.   Check it out!  Incouraging Progress: long-term thinking creates positive change for workers, businesses, and community Read the latest blog form Kelly Ryan, Incourage CEO. Kelly writes about long-term workforce development in our community and Incourage’s current priorities.  Read Kelly’s Blog More about Incourage About Us | Staff | FAQ | Our Approach | News & Information | Blog

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Established in rural Wisconsin in 1994 to serve the changing needs of the south Wood County area, Incourage has become a nationally-recognized leader in place-based philanthropy and community development. Guided by values of equity, opportunity, and shared stewardship, Incourage envisions a community that works well for all people. One physical manifestation of this vision is the redevelopment of the Tribune building, which demonstrates Incourage’s user-centered approach to growing a strong and inclusive local economy. To learn more, visit incouragecf.org.