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Wisconsin Lt. Gov. and Democratic gubernatorial candidate Sara Rodriguez toured the Family and Children's Center in La Crosse on June 15.

Summer break offers valuable opportunities for students to reset - reducing chronic stress, rebuilding emotional resilience, and boosting mood through increased physical activity and sunlight.

FCC places in two categories in annual competition.

Respite Providers are a vital part of caring for children and youth aged birth to 18 experiencing behavioral, emotional, medical, and/or physical challenges.

A unique fundraiser for local non-profits is about to take to the water in a few weeks.

Al Louis heads up Al’s Musky Challenge through the Downtown Rotary Club. He goes out and fishes for the large gamefish. Donations come in for each one he catches.

Family & Children's Center is opening a new home to help new and expecting mothers navigate their way through recovery.

FCC is expanding support in the La Crosse community with the coming launch of Lotus House, a new residential program for pregnant women and parenting mothers who are in recovery, expected to open in mid-summer 2026.

FCC is thrilled to announce the purchase of a new facility in Caledonia, Minnesota. The new facility, located at 701 North Sprague Street, will allow for expanded services in Houston County.

Blue Waldo, alter ego of FCC Major Gifts Officer Michael Quam, raised the funds during the 2026 Conductor Wannabe competition.

FCC is seeking your votes in two categories in the annual Best of La Crosse County contest.

The Family and Children's Center invited the community to participate in an art contest celebrating safe and healthy families at its Franklin Street office in Winona.

A local nonprofit created a striking visual reminder of child abuse prevalence by planting blue cutouts of children outside its offices as April marks Child Abuse Awareness Month.

Respite Providers are a vital part of caring for children and youth aged birth to 18 experiencing behavioral, emotional, medical, and/or physical challenges.

A La Crosse car dealership is donating more than $23,000 to Family & Children’s Center.

During Child Abuse Awareness Month in April, Family & Children’s Center (FCC) will be providing free awareness events at locations in Winona, La Crosse, Onalaska, La Crescent, and Caledonia.

Family & Children’s Center is thrilled to share the 2026 ‘Better Tomorrows’ annual publication.

Vernon County's domestic violence response initiative has been helping victims for three years by providing immediate support at crime scenes.

Linda's Bakery in West Salem is partnering with Family & Children's Center to introduce a unique treat in support of Coulee Region children in need and their La Crosse Symphony Orchestra (LSO) Conductor Wannabe campaign.

The La Crosse Symphony Orchestra has introduced the seven community teams competing as the 2026 Conductor Wannabes.

The competition is hosted in the spirit of collaboration and community. Each candidate chooses a non-profit that will receive half of the money raised; The other half goes to the orchestra.

Grab supper (or lunch!) at Culver's in Viroqua this March and give some Change For Change! Stop by 1002 N Main St, Viroqua and support Family & Children's Center as you grab a bite to eat.

FCC is seeking your nominations in two categories in the annual Best of La Crosse County contest.

“It is so humbling to see the community’s response to the mental health and family needs of our fellow community members,” says Family & Children’s Center President/CEO Tita Yutuc.

A lot can change in a year. For clients of Family & Children's Center's (FCC) RISE (Resilience, Independence, Support, Engagement) Program, 2025 was a year of growth and development.

The Warrior Brotherhood Motorcycle Club, a group of dedicated veterans, is making a significant impact this holiday season by donating hundreds of toys to the Family & Children's Center.

Over 40 handmade wooden toys are being donated as part of a holiday giving effort hosted by Family & Children's Center.

Family & Children’s Center (FCC) extends heartfelt gratitude to the Amanda and Mike Slaggie Family for their most recent contribution of $150,000.00.

Grab supper (or lunch!) at Culver's in Viroqua this December and give some Change For Change! Stop by 1002 N Main St, Viroqua and support Family & Children's Center as you grab a bite to eat.

Respite Providers are a vital part of caring for children and youth aged birth to 18 experiencing behavioral, emotional, medical, and/or physical challenges.

The Other Door in Viroqua hosts a community dinner every Friday evening, aiming to provide positive social networking opportunities for adults seeking support.

Organizers say the Friday dinners are about more than food—they create a welcoming atmosphere that encourages social interaction and mutual support. Lynn describes the environment as relaxed and flexible.

Christmas is fast approaching, and two organizations have partnered for the 2025 Holiday Wish program, this time serving vulnerable teenagers in our community.