Couleecap’s History
Decades of Dedication to People, Progress, and Lasting Change in Our Communities
Five Decades of Impact
Couleecap was founded in 1966 during the national War on Poverty movement to create local solutions for economic inequality. What began as a small grassroots effort has grown into a leading regional anti-poverty agency in Wisconsin. We’ve launched over 252 programs, supporting more than one million individuals and families with housing, job training, emergency assistance, and more.
Building a Stronger Coulee Region—Year After Year
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1966
A Head Start Program organized in the Coulee Region, funded through a grant written by Couleecap.
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One of the first Couleecap offices on U.S. Highway 14 south of Westby.
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1970
Couleecap’s Rural Health Team in 1970s.
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1972
Home Weatherization program begins in 1972.