The tinsel was hung, the trees were decorated, and the gifts were wrapped in preparation for our annual Christmas party. The Christmas spirit was in the air! Each year, our community astounds us with its generosity in ensuring that our residents have a special Christmas.… Read More
On September 9th, 2016, COTS’ Veterans’ and Young Adults’ building was filled with the sounds of hammering, the swish of paint brushes, and the hum of drills as volunteers from the Home Depot worked feverishly to overhaul the building. 40 volunteers from around the region… Read More
On Thursday, May 5, 2016, Partnership Community Health Center’s new satellite clinic opened inside COTS men’s campus! We are so excited to collaborate with Partnership Community Health Center staff (pictured above) to serve those in need in our community! Thank you to our many supporters… Read More
On Sunday, April 24, 2016, Pat Benatar and her husband, Neil Giraldo, are conducting a memorable concert to support 91.1 The Avenue and COTS (the Avenue’s Mission Partner for the evening). The concert is at the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center and starts at 7:30pm. In support of COTS, attendees… Read More
COTS is partner in new exhibit at the History Museum at the Castle On April 28, 2016, people around the community will see the world through the eyes of those experiencing homelessness. COTS, along with Homeless Connections, Housing Partnership of the Fox Cities, and the Fox… Read More
91.9/91.5 The Family’s ” Help for the Homeless” hygiene drive is will be collecting new personal care and cleaning products for area crisis agencies…including ours…. so that we can dedicate our limited financial resources to providing qualified personnel, safe housing, nutritious food, and living skills to those we serve.… Read More
During this year’s holiday party, COTS residents, staff and board members were welcomed by a plethora of delicious food, festive music, and last but not least an enthusiastic volunteer dressed as an elf! Thanks to the wonderful donation of Festival Foods gift cards from Avenue Jewelers, the meal… Read More
Monday, September 21st marked COTS’ second annual chili cook-off to thank our wonderful Meal Ministers, who graciously prepare home-cooked meals for individuals residing at COTS every Monday, Wednesday and Friday of the year. Meal Ministers attending this special event were greeted by the overwhelming gratitude… Read More
COTS is raising funds by participating in the Human Race. We are very excited to join this community-wide event! The Volunteer Center Human Race is Saturday, May 2nd at 9 am at Thrivent Financial, Appleton. We would love to have you join our team and… Read More
Each month, COTS invites the community in to tour our “campus of change” first-hand, and connect with our mission of “Ending Homelessness in the Fox Valley”! You will have the opportunity to hear residents’ testimonials and learn about more ways you can become involved. Light refreshments will be offered. Open… Read More