When students worry about food, rent, childcare, or transportation, staying in school becomes a daily challenge. At Western, we believe no one should have to choose between survival and an education. That’s why we’re creating a Basic Needs Center on our downtown La Crosse campus to provide immediate, compassionate support for students facing financial hardships. And we need your help to make it happen!
With your support, we can help students:
A single gift can help a student feed their family, get to campus, and restore their hope for the future.
More than a quarter of our students report needing help beyond tuition. But when support is available, students are more likely to persist, graduate, and thrive.
Through this campaign, we’re sharing real stories from students whose lives were changed through basic needs support. These stories are a reminder of what’s possible when a community comes together with care and purpose.
Your donation directly supports students in crisis and fuels their future. Whether you’re an alum, business leader, staff member, or community partner, your generosity makes a lasting impact.
Physical Address
Foundation Office
Coleman Center, Room 111
Mailing Address
Western Technical Foundation
400 7th St North
La Crosse, WI 54601