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A student performs on stage, singing into a microphone while playing an acoustic guitar, with a drum set visible in the background.

#StoutProud Impact: Cece

Donor support gives Cece the resources and opportunities to grow as an artist and leader while pursuing their dream of creating an independent filmmaking studio
Julia sits on rocks beside a flowing river with mist-covered mountains and cloudy skies in the background.

#StoutProud Impact: Julia

Philanthropy helps students like Julia turn curiosity into opportunity, supporting research, creative pursuits and experiences that shape their futures.
A person wearing a white chef coat, tan pants and a gray cap sits on a black bench outside St. Croix Baking Company with both arms raised and pointing toward the bakery sign in the window behind them.

#StoutProud: Charles Froke ('97)

Through mentorship, creativity and community, Charles Froke ’97 is using his culinary talents to help people build careers and create lasting memories.
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#StoutProud: Kate Westaby ('12)

Kate Westaby is helping reshape how Wisconsin supports young parents by combining research, community voices and partnerships to create solutions that last.
Noah uses a camera with a telephoto lens while riding in an open vehicle in a desert landscape.

#StoutProud: Noah Zastrow ('21)

Noah Zastrow uses engineering and creativity to solve workforce challenges, support young athletes and bring innovative drone shows to Wisconsin communities.
Portrait of Nikki Smith against a pink background as hands around her display necklaces and earrings from her jewelry collection.

#StoutProud: Nikki Smith ('10)

With 100,000+ orders, three stores and 35+ employees, Nikki Smith ’10 built a jewelry brand that creates opportunities and inspires confidence nationwide.
A person stands beside a large interactive "Bitty City Fire & Rescue" play structure at the Children’s Museum of Eau Claire. The fire truck-themed display features hoses, gauges, lights and firefighting equipment.

#StoutProud: Bob Fuller ('67, '68)

Bob Fuller ('67, '68) turns creativity into hands-on learning, inspiring thousands of children through interactive museum exhibits each year.