Lakeshore Community Action Program

Reminder: Today is our 60th Anniversary. Please stop by to say hello and learn about what we do or share memories. Everyone is welcome. 702 State Street, Manitowoc.

Check out these upcoming groups!

InCourage is offering these no cost, non-clinical group support services this fall.

This is a great opportunity to support the Point-in-Time (PIT) Count!

Day of Caring - Point-in-time Prep! | Volunteer Center of Sheboygan County Twice each year, the Lakeshore Housing Coalition assembles dozens of volunteers to conduct an overnight census of our neighbors who are experiencing literal homelessness. We call this the Point-in-time (PIT) Count. We need your help to get ready! We also need your help sorting and organizing materia...

Homeowners, renters, private nonprofit organizations and businesses have until Aug. 31 to apply for low-interest disaster loans to help cover physical damage caused by storms that occurred April 13-23.

A representative of the U.S. Small Business Administration will be at the library from 11 AM-3 PM Monday, Aug. 24 and from 1-4 PM Tuesday, Aug. 25 to help determine eligibility and provide guidance on the application process.

Marchant's Brat Fry Fundraiser

Our Investing Early team is once again accepting donations for our Community Baby Shower 2026! Some ideas for donations are in the image below! Drop off now through September 4th at both the Manitowoc Public Library or the Lester Public Library!

Who needs a warm home this winter? 🏠

Nominate a deserving individual or family for a FREE furnace from Manitowoc Heating & Refrigeration Services!

🔥❤️ Forms are available at our offices or send us a message and we would gladly get one to you. Nominations close Aug 30, 2026. Let's bring the heat together! 🔥❤️

Sharpen those pencils-it's almost time for school!

One of our amazing board members moved out of the area. We are seeking low income representation on our board. If interested or have questions, please reach out.

A Small Act, A Big Impact
In January 2026, Lakeshore CAP launched a new initiative to deliver fresh produce and milk to network food pantries across our six-county service area. While the program has already made a difference for local families, one unexpected challenge quickly emerged: moving milk pallets weighing more than 2,000 pounds. Without the proper equipment, deliveries were difficult and created safety concerns for staff.
Thanks to a simple connection and an incredible act of generosity, that challenge became an opportunity.
Lakeshore CAP employee Tera Winnekens connected with her friend, Randy Rosinsky, who introduced Lakeshore CAP to Associated Solutions. After learning about the need, Associated Solutions graciously donated an electric pallet jack.
This generous gift is making a lasting impact. With the new equipment, our team can move heavy milk pallets safely and efficiently, ensuring fresh milk and other perishable foods reach our network food pantries and, ultimately, some of our community's most vulnerable neighbors.
What began as one conversation has helped strengthen food distribution across our region—a reminder that even a small act can make a big impact.
Since January Lakeshore CAP has delivered 87,895 pounds of fresh and perishable food.
Thank you, Associated Solutions, for helping us serve our neighbors safely and effectively!
Pictured: Randy Rosinsky, Tera Winnekens, Kurt Kozak, and Kollyn Beyer.