QUARTER 4 | January 2025 | ISSUE NO. 15
Your Portal to VARC's Quarterly Updates
Message From Our President | CEO
We’ve closed out another remarkable year, and I’m thrilled to reflect on the incredible achievements of VARC. This year has been a testament to our collective dedication, innovation, and unwavering commitment to excellence. As I reflect back on this last quarter of 2024, I am so proud of the continued achievements of this organization and its people. In this issue, you’ll learn more from our Safety Committee, which works hard to ensure our locations are dependable, follow proper protocols, and are all-around safe environments. We rounded out the year with our New Year's Eve Gala – our most successful Gala yet! Thank you to all of you who supported our event. And, of course – 2025 is upon us. VARC’s 50th year! We can’t wait to showcase all of the excitement throughout the year as we celebrate this momentous milestone.
As we look ahead into 2025, I am confident that we will continue to build on the momentum to achieve even greater success together. Cheers!
Elizabeth Filter
President | CEO of VARC
3rd Annual VARC NYE Gala Raises $68,500 in Support of Clients with Disabilities
LA CROSSE, WIS. — 2025 was properly ushered into existence with the proper amount of dancing, dining, auctions, fireworks, and champagne, thanks to the sponsors, organizers, and attendees of the 3rd Annual VARC New Year's Eve Gala. On December 31, 2024 the disability nonprofit VARC happily hosted their bevy of sparkling, elegantly dressed guests at The Waterfront's illustrious Cargill Room for the third year in a row, to experience an unforgettable night of merrymaking benefiting the children and adults with disabilities currently enrolled in VARC programming.
VARC Honors Five Excellent Staff Members With Employee of the Year Awards
On January 8, VARC hosted a company-wide meeting for all its divisions across the state to honor all the hardworking staff that carried us through 2024. Everyone in every division played a role in our success, and we are grateful for their commitment to the organization. The efforts of a few employees really caught our attention (and that of their fellow coworkers), and we don't pass up an opportunity to celebrate excellence here at VARC. We recognized five stellar employees at this meeting with Employee of the Year awards, and now we are thrilled to share their outstanding recognition with the broader community. These few were selected from a pool of nominations submitted by their coworkers the month prior. VARC remains proud of the folks whose expertise and efforts make our services the best they can be for the clients we serve.
Safety First at VARC: Enhancing Workplace Well-Being Through Dedicated Commitment
VIROQUA, WI—In an ever-evolving work environment, the safety and well-being of employees remain a top priority for organizations striving for excellence. At VARC Inc., the commitment to safety shines brightly through the proactive measures taken by the Safety Committee, which plays a pivotal role in fostering a culture of safety consciousness among staff and clients alike.
Empowering Lives: VARC Day Services Programs Cultivating Independence Through Engagement
At VARC, the Day Services program is more than just a place for clients to spend their days; it’s a vibrant environment fostering growth, independence, and community connection. The various activities offered are meticulously designed to enhance daily living skills, socialization, and recreation, creating a meaningful impact on the lives of those involved.
Walking for a Cure: VARC’s Breast Cancer Awareness Walk Achieves Remarkable Success
MAUSTON, WI.— October 25 marked a significant day for the local community as VARC hosted its 2nd Annual Breast Cancer Awareness Walk at the Riverside Park Pavilion. The event not only showcased the dedication and spirit of the VARC staff and clients but also highlighted the importance of coming together to address a critical health issue that affects countless families.
Celebrating Inclusion: VARC Awards The Marcus Corporation with the Inclusive Employer Award
LA CROSSE, WI—In an October 18 ceremony at Marcus Cinema, the Vernon Area Rehabilitation Center (VARC) recognized The Marcus Corporation with its prestigious Inclusive Employer Award on October 18. The award, presented by VARC’s President & CEO, Elizabeth Filter, to CEO Greg Marcus, highlights the company’s steadfast commitment to fostering an inclusive workplace for individuals with disabilities.
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