We are excited to celebrate Wisconsin Youth Company’s 50th year anniversary for the whole year – September 2023 through August 2024. It is incredible to look back on the last half-century and the generations of children and their families who have grown up attending school year and summer camp programs.
Childhood is a precious time, and we are honored to have made so many memories over the years that are still treasured to this day.
Whether you are a current staff, family, community member, or a Wisconsin Youth Company alum, we hope you will join in the celebration and help Wisconsin Youth Company prepare for the next 50 years of quality out-of-school time programs that help children thrive.
Give today to support the next 50 years.
What parents say …
“In 50 years, the need for after school has changed. Our organization has changed with that need. One thing that has remained constant is the impact that high-quality programs have on children and families. I’m excited to think about all of the lives we will change in the next 50 years.” — Rebecca Carlin, executive director, Wisconsin Youth Company
What staff say …
History
Started in 1974 as the Afterschool Day Care Association, Wisconsin Youth Company sought to support women entering the workforce by providing safe spaces for latchkey children after school. Summer programs were added the following summer as demand for care outside the school day grew. Over the past 50 years, Wisconsin Youth Company has evolved to provide before school, after school, 4K wrap, and summer programs in Waukesha and Dane counties.
The need for safe, quality care continues to be essential. Learn about Wisconsin Youth Company’s core values and see the organization’s full history.
Save The Date: Stay Golden Gala
Join us for our Stay Golden Gala to celebrate 50 years of safe, quality care, Thursday, June 27, 2024 at Delta Beer Lab, Madison, Wisconsin.
Get your tickets now! Early bird ticket sale from April 12-May 12.
Learn more about this groovy event with proceeds to a great cause here.
Thank you sponsors for making this event possible!
