The Lake Mills Area Community Foundation (LMACF) marked a meaningful milestone by returning to the place where the organization first began—Trinity Pines Retirement Center in Lake Mills. Foundation representatives joined residents for the center’s monthly luncheon, celebrating LMACF’s 30 years of service with cake, cookies, and conversation. During the visit, LMACF shared reflections on its early beginnings and the remarkable growth that has taken place since its founding. Wh

The Lake Mills Area Community Foundation (LMACF) recently visited the new Aging and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) site for Jefferson County’s Senior Dining and Home Delivered Meal programs, now operating out of Club 55 Senior Center. With the library’s anticipated relocation to the Lake Mills Municipal Building, Club 55 has become the new home for meal preparation, delivery coordination, and congregate dining. The transition has brought together a network of staff, volunt

In addition to the many youth‑focused events they host throughout the year, the Lake Mills Optimists also run their Adopt‑a‑Family program each holiday season — ensuring families can enjoy a holiday meal and children receive gifts. This year, needs are rising. The Optimists anticipate serving 85 families and 150 children. To support this important work, LMACF awarded a $2,000 Endowment Fund grant to help meet growing program expenses. Grants like this are made possible by our

Despite the rain, we were thrilled to join community members, local officials, and project partners for a ribbon-cutting ceremony at the new Marsh Lake Public Access Point! This space extends public access to a beautiful part of the Lake Mills Wildlife Area. This project came to life through the partnership of Groundswell Conservancy, Jefferson County Parks, and the Wisconsin DNR, working together with the Trieloff family to secure and protect the land for public enjoyment. T

The Tammy Hafenstein (Kuhl) Memorial Scholarship Fund has expanded with the addition of a new award at Lakeside Lutheran High School. Foundation representatives were invited to a signing event introducing the Tammy Ann Hafenstein Memorial Warrior Artist Award, which honors a graduating senior who demonstrates strong character, selfless service, and a deep commitment to the fine arts—whether on stage or behind the scenes. This award joins the fund’s existing scholarships at La

The Lake Mills Area Community Foundation (LMACF) has awarded a $1,000 grant to American Legion Post 67 in support of Guitars‑N‑Veterans, a free community event series designed to honor and support local veterans. These monthly gatherings offer an evening of live music, a free meal, and meaningful camaraderie for veterans, their families, and those who support veterans. The event takes place at The Sunset Hill Farm throughout the warmer months and at the American Legion Post 6

Friends of Korth Park welcomed representatives from the Lake Mills Area Community Foundation (LMACF) for the unveiling of two new educational trail signs—“Migrating Birds” and “The Prairie”—a project supported with $1,200 in matching funds from LMACF’s Endowment Fund. The signs highlight the park’s prairie ecosystem, helping visitors connect more deeply with the park’s natural habitats. Volunteers hope the signs prompt visitors to pause, observe the prairie more closely, lear

The Student Impact Fund will support K‑12 educators in Lake Mills area schools with small grants (up to $500) that enhance learning environments and meet the unique needs of their students. These grants can be used for equipment, materials, supplies, activities, or programs that go beyond what tax dollars and school budgets can cover. This fund was made possible through the generosity of our seed donors — Ferguson Family Charitable Fund and Tom and Kathy Kasten — and is open

The Korth Family Scholarship Fund was established following the passing of David Korth. Scholarships will be awarded annually to one or more graduating seniors from Lake Mills High School who demonstrate financial need and are pursuing post‑secondary education at an accredited college, university, or technical school within the United States. Eligible students must be entering fields of study identified as usable and needed based on current and projected societal, economic, a

The Lake Mills Area Community Foundation (LMACF) awarded $235,000 in scholarships this year. At the Lake Mills High School Scholarship Night, LMACF awarded $229,500 in scholarships to LMHS seniors, distributing 42 scholarships to 31 different students through its 29 dedicated scholarship funds. Additionally, LMACF awarded scholarships to recipients at Lakeside Lutheran High School, Waterloo High School, and Jefferson High School. The awards reflect a broad range of academic i

The Lake Mills Area Community Foundation has launched its 30th year of service to the community. The Foundation enters this anniversary year with the same committed board members as last year and the same mission that has guided its work for three decades. Founded to enhance the quality of life for residents of the Lake Mills area, the Foundation promotes charitable giving and distributes grants to support worthwhile projects and organizations throughout the community. As par

The Lake Mills Area Community Foundation is proud to partner with the Lake Mills Optimist Club to provide holiday meals through their Adopt-a-Family Program. With rising costs and greater need this year, LMACF awarded a $2,250 grant to help ensure families can enjoy a holiday meal together. Pictured left to right: Theresa Schroeder (LMACF), Pam Lazaris (LMACF), Aaron Kuhl (Lake Mills Optimist Club), Rick Mason (LMACF), Jim Colegrove (LMACF), Wayne Magnussen (LMACF)

The Lake Mills Area Community Foundation (LMACF) has awarded a $12,000 grant to support the Lake Mills Food Pantry’s expansion project, funding the purchase of a commercial refrigerator and a commercial freezer. These additions will enhance food storage capacity and improve the pantry’s ability to serve local residents more efficiently. Grants like these are provided by LMACF's Endowment Fund and the generous donors who contribute to it. Pictured left to right: Pam Lazaris (

We were excited to tour the Technology Education Department and present a $5,000 grant to help expand their Fab Lab. Thanks to educator Nate Grundahl, LMMS students are not only learning cutting-edge technology and engineering skills, but also building empathy, compassion, and a spirit of service. Current and future projects include: Designing occupational therapy tools Creating O2 holders for the Lake Mills Fire Department Building birdhouses for Korth Park This grant, provi

The Lake Mills Area Community Foundation (LMACF) is thrilled to pledge $100,000 toward the L.D. Fargo Library Expansion Project! This exciting project will: Expand and improve the children’s area, creating more accessible programming for our youngest learners Enhance the teen/young adult section, giving youth a welcoming space to grow and connect Upgrade community meeting spaces, ensuring room for collaboration and events that bring people together Located in the heart of our

The Lake Mills Area Community Foundation has provided a grant to Jefferson County Christmas Neighbors for the seventh year in a row. This year, LMACF donated $1,500 to the program that ensures all local families have access to food, warmth, and gifts each holiday season. Pictured from left to right: Wayne Magnussen (LMACF), Cris Adams (Christmas Neighbors), Jim Colegrove (LMACF), Pam Lazaris (LMACF), Rick Mason (LMACF) and Deb Ristow (Christmas Neighbors)

The Lake Mills Area Community Foundation presented a $25,000 check to the Lake Mills Elementary School PTO for the Jenni Nichols Outdoor Learning Center. This project will update and expand the current garden space and create a hands-on learning center named in memory of beloved LMES teacher, Jenni Nichols, who passed away last year from cancer. LMACF has committed $25,000 over the next 2 years for Phase 1 of this project which will establish new garden beds, learning areas,

Lake Mills Area Community Foundation provided a $5,000 grant for Lake Mills Club 55 Senior Center to expand their community outreach for seniors and to provide services, particularly around technology. These free weekly technology services are offered as one-on-one and group sessions. Additionally, Club 55 provides a gathering space for social events such as their monthly luncheons, wellness and meditation classes, playing cards, hosting Young and Old Stick Together (YOST) an

The Lake Mills Area Community Foundation presented a check for $5,000 for the Jefferson County Financial Empowerment Center (FEC) which provides free one-on-one financial counseling for adults who work or live in Jefferson County. Trained counselors help participants with budgeting, debt management, credit improvement, and long-term goal setting. Individual counseling sessions will be available on Wednesdays at the Rock Lake Activity Center or can be done virtually. For more

The Lake Mills Area Community Foundation sponsored Annie Mulligan at Town and Country Days this year! Annie won a gold medal on March...

The Lake Mills Area Community Foundation provided a $1,000 grant to the Young Men's Group. This group aims to give middle school students the tools needed in life by providing hands-on learning experiences and by building connections within the community. The group also plans to do service projects within the Lake Mills area.

It was a beautiful weekend for a celebratory reunion with Lake Mills Emergency Medical Service! LMACF was proud to be there to formally...

The Lake Mills Area Community Foundation would like to congratulate all graduating seniors in our area. This is one of the most exciting...

Lake Mills Area Community Foundation has released our 2024 Annual Report. It will no longer be provided in the newspaper but will be...

We're going green! We will be transitioning our communications to primarily virtual formats. Not only does it help our planet, it also...

LMACF has been a proud supporter of the Lake Mills High School Aquaculture Project! LMHS Agriculture Teacher, Luke Wiedenfeld, along with several of his students, welcomed LMACF and other supporters to tour the classroom and project. Through this project, students learn about aquaculture as they raise tilapia, take lab samples and use the fertilizer for growing their own plants. They plan to partner with culinary classes in the future.

2024 was another great year of philanthropy! LMACF supported several high school scholarships and provided 14 grants and sponsorships for...

The Lake Mills Area Community Foundation is excited for another great year ahead! The members for 2025 are pictured below from left to...

The new calisthenics station at the Rock Lake Actvity Center is ready and open to the public. The LMACF donated $3,000 back in April of...

LMACF is proud to share the new pickleball courts at Rotary Park! We donated $2,000 to the Lake Mills Rotary Club for the courts to be...

April Round Up total was $3,472.76 for Lake Mills Community Foundation. Lake Mills Community Foundation helps with the lighting of the...

LMACF has donated $2,500 to the LAKE Mills Early Literacy Department to help with new supplies to support young readers. The mission of...

The Lake Mills Area Community Foundation sponsored the Lake Mills City Band performance on June 21st. The City Band play every Wednesday...

"The Lake Mills Area Community Foundation gave a $5,000 grant to the Club 55 Senior Center located at the Rock Lake Activity Center. They...

The Lake Mills Area Community Foundation would like to congratulate all the Students who have won a scholarship that is held through our...

Dear Lake Mills Community Members, The Board of Directors of the Lake Mills Area Community Foundation (LMACF) is pleased to provide you...

LMACF Board Directors for 2023 Welcome our new directors: Rick Wollin and Pam Streich. Our new Elected President is Jay Smith! Brian...

The Lake Mills Area Community Foundation recently awarded a matching grant of $10,000 to the Lake Mills Aztalan Historical Society. The...

The Lake Mills Community Foundation recently awarded a grant to Legendary Lake Mills in the amount of $5,000 for historical plaques. ...

The Lake Mills Area Community Foundation awarded a $1,000 grant for permanent pickleball nets at Rotary Park. The courts currently don't...

The Lake Mills Area Community Foundation awarded an $8,000 grant to Haus of Peace, a non-profit organization that empowers homeless and abused women to become more self-sufficient. The funds will be used to provide mental health care for participants. Based in Watertown, they have partnered with the Lake Mills Police Department as well as other area non-profit agencies. Pictured: Volunteers John and Sue Trepte from Haus of Peace, Pam Rogers and Pam Lazaris from LMACF.

The Lake Mills Area Community Foundation awarded a $1,500 grant to the Lake Mills Elementary School to purchase and install a GAGA Ball...

On Sunday, Sept. 25th, Brian Hafenstein held the second annual Boot Scoot Fall Fest at the barn at his home. This event raises money...

Meet the LMACF Board of Directors: Our Board of Directors are people who live or work here like you who have a true love for our...

Dear Lake Mills Community Members, The Board of Directors of the Lake Mills Area Community Foundation (LMACF) is pleased to provide you...

Applications for scholarships administered by the Lake Mills Area Community Foundation are submitted to the respective schools whose...

The Lake Mills Area Community Foundation has granted the Lake Mills Police Department $28,000 to help fund two more 360 License plate readers for the Police Department cruisers. These will help track down any vehicles that have been flagged in the DMV system. From left to Right: LMACF Board Members Kerry Denson, Amanda Thompson, Rick Mason, Pam Lazaris, PD Chief Mick Selck, LMACF Board Members Aaron Genthe, Jay Smith and LMACF President Brian Watson.

The Lake Mills Area Community Foundation recently awarded a grant of $4,500 to Safe Families for Children. The organization protects vulnerable children by creating extended family-like support for struggling families. It was launched in 2021 under the guidance of the Community Response Program of Jefferson County Health and Human Services. It relies on a network of volunteers and community resources in both Dodge and Jefferson Counties to help keep families together and safe