La Crosse, Wis., March 11, 2026 - Western Technical College has received the Community Partner Award from Great Rivers United Way. It was awarded at Great Rivers United Way’s 76th Annual Celebration, where it was among several businesses and individuals recognized for their commitment to United Way’s mission.
Roger Stanford, President of Western Technical College, said, "This award is a true honor. As a college, we strive to be responsive to our community’s needs, and our partnership with Great Rivers United Way helps make that possible."
The Community Partner Award celebrates organizations, businesses, and volunteers demonstrating exceptional commitment to improving local lives through volunteerism, fundraising, and strategic support.
“United Way has helped us think differently about what it means to show up for our community,” said Kari Reyburn, director of student life, equity and community engagement. “We’re part of the same community, working toward the same goal of creating conditions where people can learn, meet their basic needs, build stability, and move forward.”
Western has partnered with Great Rivers United Way for the past 13 years. This collaboration extends beyond fundraising to include new initiatives and shared leadership, such as the Community Health Worker Training program offered jointly by United Way and Western Technical College.
This recognition highlights Western’s ongoing commitment to collaborative, community-driven solutions that improve lives throughout the region.