John & Linda Lyche Club
JOHN & LINDA'S LEGACY
John and Linda Lyche have always placed a strong focus on trying to make their community a better place. With Linda spending much of her career as a teacher and school psychologist, it's no surprise that helping youth is one of their main passions.
In talking with friends, and learning of the need to provide more opportunities for youth in Onalaska, John and Linda were immediately intrigued. They have always been supportive of the Boys & Girls Club, so it was no stretch for them to consider lending a helping hand to create a new Club in Onalaska. What started out as a small conversation amongst friends, has quickly become a reality.
We are all very excited to open the doors to the John & Linda Lyche Club and help give kids the future they deserve.
THE GOAL
PROJECT SUMMARY
Great Futures in Onalaska is a $7 million campaign to open a new Club in the Onalaska Middle School. This Club will increase the out of school time opportunities for youth in the Onalaska Community.
Highlights of the campaign include:
- Facility and program partnerships with the School District of Onalaska
- 21,000 square feet of dedicated Club space within the renovated Middle School
- Gymnasium, teen center, youth center, technology center, art room, dance room, wellness room and classroom spaces
- Capital campaign to complete build out, three years operating, and a program and maintenance fund
THE NEED
WHY ONALASKA?
- Onalaska is a growing community with families in need of out of school time programming for youth.
- Over the years, demographics have changed in the School District of Onalaska with 32% of students now qualifying for free and reduced lunch.
- When focusing on specific schools, as high as 50% of students have a financial need.
- We are still seeing the damaging effects of the pandemic, especially in terms of learning loss and mental health of students. Additional programs can help bridge the gap and help get students back on track for success.
SHARED SPACE
School District of Onalaska will utilize dedicated Club space during the school day to maximize usage.
SHARED PROGRAMS
Partnerships with school district staff and community to provide wrap around services for youth.
GREAT FUTURES
Working together to best impact youth and help them reach their great future.
GIVING LEVELS FOR GREAT FUTURES IN ONALASKA
ALL DONORS
Unless otherwise specified, names will be acknowledged in capital campaign publications.
$3,000+
Name will be placed on the donor recognition display varying in size based on giving level.
$25,000+
Room naming opportunities are available. Please contact us for more information.
CAMPAIGN COMMITTEE
- John Lyche, Co-Chair
- Frank Vierling, Co-Chair
- Barb Erickson
- Fran Finco
- Steve Fleis
- Lauri Ford
- Wendy Lommen
- Al Louis
- Misty Lown
- Chris Mathy
- Paul Molling
- Derek Peterson
- Pat Stephens
INTERESTED IN LEARNING MORE?
CONTACT
JAKE ERICKSON/CEO
608-784-3733
NICOLE BREI/DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT
608-784-3783
