The West Bend Insurance Company Charitable Fund, an affiliate fund of the West Bend Community Foundation, was established in 1994 to better the West Bend area and improve the lives of its citizens. Grants from the Trust address broad fields of interest, such as education, the arts, children and families, and the environment. The Trust is administered by the Greater Milwaukee Foundation.
The Silver Lining Classic is West Bend’s biennial charity event established to support worthy charities that do so much for the communities where we work and live. The focus of this year’s event was youth education. The Silver Lining Classic was attended by representatives from the benefiting organizations, including John Kaczkowski, president and CEO of the Western Golf Association for Evans Scholars, Donald Driver of the Donald Driver Foundation, and Pat Connaughton of the Pat Connaughton Foundation.
Read more about our 2024 Silver Lining Classic event →
How it all began
In 2006, West Bend hosted the first Silver Lining MACC Fund event, raising $60,000 to fight childhood cancer and related blood disorders. Held every other year since, the amount raised progressively increased, for a grand total of $3,775,000 raised from 2006 to 2020! West Bend is so grateful for the incredible generosity and support of our agents, business partners, and associates whose time and contributions made this possible. With the creation of the Silver Lining Classic, we're excited to be able to extend the reach and impact of our biennial event by raising funds for other worthy organizations and continuing to serve our communities in meaningful ways.
West Bend stands alongside Habitat for Humanity, showcasing a strong commitment to community welfare. Through donations and associate volunteer building efforts, West Bend actively supports Habitat's mission of providing affordable housing solutions for families in need. This partnership not only builds homes but also fosters empowerment and a sense of belonging, reflecting our core values of excellence, integrity, and responsibility.
Every eight weeks, we host in-house blood drives run by Versiti. Thanks to our generous associates, hundreds of units of blood are donated to help save lives in our community each year.
West Bend joins forces annually to make a tangible difference in people's lives through the United Way. West Bend's involvement extends far beyond financial contributions as we work tirelessly to support United Way's multifaceted mission, which spans crucial areas such as education, financial stability, and health. Our associates have fun supporting the United Way with bake sales, cornhole games, and more!
The American Cancer Society (ACS) works to find cures for the many types of cancer affecting people today. They also provide extensive resources to help those dealing with cancer or caring for someone with it. West Bend is proud to sponsor a Relay for Life event each year. Associates team up, raise funds, and participate in the event.
West Bend is a dedicated partner to United Performing Arts Fund (UPAF) uniting to enrich the cultural landscape and support the performing arts community through donations and volunteer efforts. This dynamic partnership not only fuels artistic excellence but also cultivates a profound sense of connection and pride among audiences and performers alike. Through this shared commitment, West Bend and UPAF continue to uplift spirits, inspire creativity, and strengthen the fabric of the community through the power of the arts.
Associates run an annual holiday gift drive to benefit those helped by Friends, Inc. a local nonprofit organization whose mission is: To empower those affected by domestic violence and sexual assault by offering safety, support, and community awareness.
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