ADVOCAP Head Start Enrollment for 2025-26 School Year Now Open
February 15, 2025: Applications are open for our 2025-26 Head Start preschool program.
New Opportunity Center Providing Hope and Resources to Transform Lives in Fond du Lac
January 28, 2025: ADVOCAP welcomed the public to an Open House showcasing their new Opportunity Center and its impact for low-income individuals.
ADVOCAP Head Start Program Receives $50,000 Grant from Basic Needs Giving Partnership
January 27, 2025: The Basic Needs Giving Partnership has announced the awards of new grants of $2.50 million to end poverty. ADVOCAP is a recipient of $50,000 for the Head Start program.
Overdose Aid Kits installed at local Fond du Lac County agencies to join the fight against fentanyl
January 7, 2025: Local businesses, government and community members are working together to install Overdose Aid Kits (OAKs) across Fond du Lac County.
WISCAP Receives $1.2 Million Diaper Distribution Grant
September 27, 2024: As part of National Diaper Need Awareness Week, the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) has announced new funding for its Diaper Distribution Demonstration and Research Pilot. The Wisconsin Community Action Program Association (WISCAP) has been awarded $1.2 million to help families access diapers and related support services.
Homelessness is Closer to Home Than You Think
Homelessness has become an alarming issue across Wisconsin, with Fond du Lac, Green Lake, and Winnebago Counties experiencing their own unique challenges. The lack of affordable housing, insufficient shelter availability, and the rising cost of living make it increasingly difficult for vulnerable individuals and families to secure stable housing. For many, the harsh reality is […]
Unlocking Opportunities: The Importance of Getting Your GED or HSED in Today’s Workforce
In today’s fast-paced and ever-evolving job market, education plays a critical role in opening doors to better opportunities. For many, barriers like financial hardship or life’s unexpected challenges can make it difficult to complete high school. However, obtaining your General Educational Development (GED) or High School Equivalency Diploma (HSED) can be a game-changer. For those […]
Bringing Comfort Behind the Meal
July 11, 2024: Recently the Oshkosh Area Community Foundation highlighted ADVOCAP’s Food and Nutrition Program in their Spring 2024 IMPACT Report.
Beat the Heat: Summer Safety Tips
Extreme heat safety is crucial as summer temperatures soar to dangerous levels. To prevent heat exhaustion and heat stroke, stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water, seek shade or air-conditioned spaces, and avoid strenuous outdoor activities during peak sun hours (typically 10 AM to 4 PM). Practice summer heat protection by checking on vulnerable neighbors, especially the elderly and those with health conditions. Never leave children or pets in parked cars, as vehicle temperatures can rise rapidly. Let’s prioritize heat wave preparedness and look out for each other during these hot summer months to ensure community heat safety.
PUBLIC NOTICE: Transportation Grant Application
Access to reliable transportation is a fundamental need that significantly impacts the quality of life for all individuals, particularly older adults and those with disabilities. In areas lacking effective public transportation, these populations face unique and compounded challenges that hinder their independence, access to essential services, and overall well-being. ADVOCAP believes that everyone deserves the […]
