Post Updated August 17 at 9:20 AM: As needs continue to evolve following the storm, our commitment to supporting youth and families remains strong. See below for information regarding our relief efforts.
Community Relief Services at the Menasha Club
- Individuals needing hygiene products after that date can contact our Home Base team to coordinate support and care package pickup by calling: 920-750-5822. The team will be available for drop-in pick-ups the week of August 10 at the following times Monday-Friday: 8:00-9:00 am and 4:00-5:00 pm. To learn more about how the Home Base team supports youth and their families throughout the year, click here.
Youth Programming
Youth may attend the Boys & Girls Club of Neenah, Menasha, and Appleton at no cost from 7:00 am to 5:30 pm for the duration of our Summer Program (through Thursday, August 20, 2026). This option is open to ALL youth ages 6-18, and no membership is required. Branch locations will be closed on Friday, August 7.
Youth Meals
Free and nutritious breakfast and lunch will also continue to be available to all youth up to age 18, Monday-Friday, at our Appleton, Menasha, and Neenah locations, no membership required, through Thursday, August 20th, 2026.
- Boys & Girls Club of Appleton breakfast is from 8:30 am – 9:20 am, lunch from 11:30 am – 1 pm.
- Boys & Girls Club of Menasha breakfast is 8:00 am – 9:00 am, lunch from 11:30 am – 12:45 pm.
- Boys & Girls Club of Neenah breakfast is 8:00 am – 9:00 am, lunch from 11:15 am – 12:45 pm.
Club Branch Locations
- Click here to access directions to the Neenah Club
- Click here to access directions to the Menasha Club
- Click here to access directions to the Appleton Club
Community Donations
Thank you for the incredible outpouring of support from our community. Your generosity is making a meaningful difference. We kindly ask that you follow the below guidance to help us direct resources where they are needed most.
Not Accepting:
- Clothing donations – may be directed to other locations (e.g,. Goodwill, St. Vicent De Paul, Community Clothes Closet once they begin accepting again, etc.)
- Food donations – may be directed to St. Joseph’s Food Program.
Currently Accepting (at our Appleton, Menasha, and Neenah branch locations):
- School supplies
- Health and hygiene products (shampoo, conditioner, deodorant, toilet paper, feminine care products, diapers, wipes, etc.) – full size products appreciated
Ongoing Club Support Services
- Youth & Family Counseling continues to provide low- to no-cost professional counseling to youth and their families.
- Connections Grief Center remains available to support children and families experiencing grief, loss, and major life changes. For those supporting young people impacted by the tornado, the Connections Grief Center team helped compile some resources for caregivers (packets will also be available onsite): https://www.bgclubfoxvalley.org/additional-resources/
- Home Base – Youth ages 12-21 can access crisis intervention, basic needs assistance, shelter support, and navigate community resources through the Home Base team as needed throughout the year. Basic needs support for families with school-age youth is also a part of regular Home Base programming.
Additional Resources
- United Way – Call 211 for Essential Community Services | United Way 211
- Recovery – Fox Cities Chamber of Commerce
- Tornado Recovery Resources for Youth & Families: https://www.bgclubfoxvalley.org/additional-resources/
- Winnebago County Multi-Agency Resource Center: Winnebago County Tornado Event Information and Resources | Winnebago County, WI
