More Than Food

More Than Food

It’s difficult to imagine that hunger exists in America’s Heartland. However, hundreds of our neighbors are food insecure, meaning at times they don’t know where or when they will have their next meal. Others are hungry, meaning there is no next meal....
Holding onto Love

Holding onto Love

Tricia and Putter Bauer asked the community to donate to the MHS Sports Complex after their son Nathan’s death. We asked them to reflect on how the building of the complex has become their passion. Q. What is your definition of philanthropy? A. To pay it...
The Nutcracker

The Nutcracker

In December 2014, the Mabel Tainter Theater had the pleasure of hosting the Continental Ballet Company’s “The Nutcracker.” Two hundred young students from three schools in Dunn County were able to attend a matinee performance just for them. This was...
Transforming Passion into Purpose

Transforming Passion into Purpose

Clint and Nora Moses have a passion for animals. On their farm in Menomonie, they raise beef cattle, chickens, and a mini-donkey with the help of their four daughters. Their family’s love of animals runs deep and they have been donors to the Humane Society for...