Winneconne Thrift and Gift (WTG) is an independent 501(c)(3) organization first established in 2008 as a way to provide aid to those in need and to give back to the community. Since that time, WTG has grown, withstanding many changes and challenges. From the beginning, a large part of the mission was to provide grants to other community charities and those in need throughout the world. These grants have grown from $2,000 in 2008 to $77,000 in 2019, helping over 75 different charities. The dedicated volunteers are instrumental in selecting the benefactors of the grants. In 2020, WTG established a scholarship fund in addition to the grants. The store also provides non-monetary donations to over 15 local charities.
The store is managed by Pat Samolinski with direction from a 7 member Board of Directors. The grant committee is a separate entity and recommends the grants to the BOD for their approval.
In all cases, the volunteers, BOD, and Grant committee members are guided by the Mission.
The store is managed by Pat Samolinski with direction from a 7 member Board of Directors. The grant committee is a separate entity and recommends the grants to the BOD for their approval.
In all cases, the volunteers, BOD, and Grant committee members are guided by the Mission.
