McLit- Marathon County Literacy It can be argued that there is no skill more important for a child than mastering reading. Reading provides a lifetime of pleasure that can’t be duplicated by other activities. In addition, there are thousands of studies that cite how important reading is to academic success. In recognition of September being […]
Why Love You, Kid! Inc.? Many of you who read this may dismiss it immediately. Afterall, there are literally hundreds of nonprofits and organizations in Central Wisconsin asking for monetary donations which are the lifeblood of nonprofits. Why would you donate your hard-earned money to Love You, Kid! Inc.? Our Amazing Partners! These organizations improve the
Wisconsin Foster Closet It’s hard to believe that back to school is fast approaching. Where has the summer gone? For many kids, it’s an exciting time. Back to school usually means new clothes, new school supplies and the discovery of potential new friends. But what about kids in foster care? This is where Wisconsin Foster
Warmer temperatures have finally arrived and with the warmth comes an array of outdoor activities and summertime fun. What better way is there to celebrate the season than catching a great movie at Wausau’s 400 Block? It’s hard to beat an outdoor movie, awesome weather, popcorn and ice cream along with spending quality time with
We continue this month to highlight those nonprofits that make life better for OUR children. In this day and age, I can’t think of anything more important than the mental wellbeing of our kids. Love You, Kid! proudly supports the Wisconsin Alliance for Infant Mental Health (WI-AIMH). The vision of WI-AIMH is for all Wisconsin
I continue this month with a focus on the organizations that Love You, Kid! supports. Many of you reading this are doing so in the comfort of your home. Imagine for a second if you had no home. Where would you eat, shower, or get dressed? Hope House was originally created in 1987 by five
Continuing with our governor’s declaration that 2025 is “The Year of the Kid,” this month, I am going to share with you the background of another great organization that Love You, Kid supports and how they make a difference in a kid’s life. Kids Matter Inc. Kids Matter Inc. was founded in 2000, inspired
In the spirit of our governor’s declaration that 2025 is “The Year of the Kid,” for the next several months, I am going to share with you the background of the great organizations Love You, Kid supports and why they make a difference in a kid’s life. Big Kids and Little Kids We will begin
Giving Tuesday, the global holiday encouraging others to spread kindness, is observed every year on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving. It was started by the Giving Tuesday nonprofit organization in 2012. The holiday is celebrated worldwide in over 85 countries, according to the organization. Giving Tuesday has come and gone. What does this mean? Many people
I am often asked, “why did you create Love You, Kid?” My usual answer is you must not know me very well. Giving back is in my blood and I decided nearly 50 years ago that helping children would be my passion. I strongly believe that the key to a “healthy” society is the health
