People of Progression

09/01/2026

New funding is now available through the Community Response Fund. If the tornado has caused financial challenges for your household, LEAVEN and People of Progression can help you explore recovery support.

Assistance may help with housing, temporary lodging, transportation, childcare, utilities, and other essentials. Every household has been affected differently, so assistance is not one-size-fits-all. These organizations will meet with you to learn more about your situation and next steps.

To get started, contact LEAVEN or People of Progression ⬇️

📍LEAVEN Fox Cities
- Initiate help through the website at LeavenFoxCities.org
- Open Tuesday–Friday; evening hours are available Tuesday and Thursday. Please check the website for current hours because hours may change based on residents’ needs.
- Call (920) 738-9635
- Email [email protected]
- 1475 Opportunity Way, Menasha (in the set of buildings behind United Way Fox Cities)

📍People of Progression
- Located in Menasha where there was significant damage, so it will be open for in-person walk in help. Information will be available on the website at PeopleofProgression.com.
- Hours are Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Friday from 10am–4pm. Thursday is 10am–4pm, by appointment only.
- Call 920-815-9487
- 333 First Street, Ste A, Menasha

08/31/2026

People of Progression was LIVE this morning sharing how we are supporting families impacted by the recent disaster and working alongside trusted community partners to make sure Black and Brown communities who may have complex barriers and challenges, are not left behind in recovery.

Thank you to everyone who has donated to the Community Response Fund or has stepped in other ways to offer immediate supports to our neighbors in Menasha. 🖤🤎

Money will be distributed by LEAVEN and People of Progression.

08/31/2026

Celebrating growth and impact✨

Congratulations Jade on stepping into your new role as Youth & Teen Advocate / Prevention Educator with People of Progression. Your leadership continues to inspire the community. 💛

08/21/2026

See you soon at 5pm 💛

Happening today at 5pm!

08/21/2026

Bringing culture, care, community, into one space. 🩵✊🏿 join us at Culture in the Valley 2026.

Reminding our community that healing and connection matter. Your story matters, your life matters and you are not alone. ✨

08/18/2026

Join us for Third Thursday✨

Network with intention.

A portion of beverage sales will support scholarships for Black youth-so every connection makes an impact. This month we will also be having another fundraising opportunity to help our youth go on a college tour.

August 20th, 2026 | 5:00-7:30 PM Commodore Club
Let's build, network, and grow together.

Food sponsored by Momma Greens Kitchen 💚

08/18/2026

Join us in wishing our Prevention Program Coordinator, Nanan Diop, a happy anniversary as she starts her 2nd year of employment with People of Progression🎉. We appreciate your commitment to advancing our impact in our community. Your work is valued by all of us, and we are so grateful to have you as a part of our team!✨

08/17/2026

🖤💚💛❤️ Culture in the Valley returns.

Some spaces entertain us.

Some spaces restore us.

Culture in the Valley was created to do both.

Join People of Progression for our 3rd Annual Culture in the Valley—a free community celebration where culture, creativity, wellness, and connection come together.

Through live music, DJs, spoken word, dance, visual art, local vendors, food, youth activities, and healing experiences, we celebrate the richness of Black culture and the many communities of the African diaspora while welcoming neighbors from every background.

Culture has always been more than entertainment.

For generations, rhythm, movement, storytelling, art, and music have helped us celebrate joy, carry grief, strengthen identity, and stay connected to one another. When we create spaces where people feel seen, valued, and like they belong, we strengthen one of the greatest protective factors for mental health: connection.

That is why Culture in the Valley centers community wellness and su***de prevention.

We believe prevention begins long before a crisis. It begins with checking on one another. Sharing a meal. Dancing together. Supporting local artists. Laughing with neighbors. Creating spaces where young people know they belong, families build relationships, and community members are reminded they never have to carry life's burdens alone.

Healing is collective.
Culture is powerful.
Community saves lives.

📅 Saturday, September 26
🕐 1:00 PM – 5:00 PM
📍 Area509 | Appleton

🎤 Live Performers
🎧 DJ KTB
🎙 Hosted by Ajamou Butler / Brother Heal the Hood
🛍 Local Vendors
🎨 Youth Activities
🍽 Food
🤝 Community Resources

Vendor and artist registration is now open! Scan the QR codes on the flyer to sign up.

This event welcomes groups, individuals, friends, or families.

08/14/2026

Come see us tomorrow at the Pay It Forward event with African American Chamber of Commerce Northeast Region Of Wisconsin 🖤

This Saturday, we’re paying it forward. Come spend the day with us in Menasha.

Bring the kids, the family, and come ready to have a good time.

10 AM–4 PM. Free and open to the community.

We’ll see you Saturday.