Supporting Thriving & Resilient Communities
Wisconsin’s voice for collaborative action on issues to support rural communities!
Wisconsin Rural Partners, Inc. (WRP) serves as a network hub for organizations, government agencies and people working to make rural Wisconsin a better place.
We strive through our work to build leadership for the communities of rural Wisconsin.
Through our annual Rural Summit, annual Small Community Forums, monthly Rural Updates and other events, we communicate the needs and successes of rural Wisconsin to policy-makers at the local, state and federal levels.
about us
Since December 1992, the organization has served as Wisconsin’s State Rural Development Council (SRDC) through a cooperative agreement with the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
Wisconsin Rural Partners Inc. is a neutral, nonprofit organization that brings together a cross section of residents, organizations & leaders that cross political affiliations & organizational boundaries to advance initiatives important to rural communities throughout the state.
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TOP RURal
DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVES
RECOGNIZING COMMUNITIES & ORGANIZATIONS THAT HAVE MADE A POSITIVE IMPACT ON THEIR RURAL AREAS THROUGH COLLABORATION AND SHEER GRIT
Overcoming challenges to make good things happen in rural areas is difficult. We want to share success stories with other rural areas and the world so we can learn from one another and prove that, although many rural areas are struggling, there are places that are having success, which creates hope for all of us.
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summit
IDENTIFYING THE TOP ISSUES FACING RURAL WISCONSIN
The Summit is an event that brings together people who care about the future of rural Wisconsin – and their community.
Rural challenges are well-documented. This year’s theme, “Vibrant Rural Communities: From Talk to Action” will focus on how small cities, villages and towns throughout our state are taking positive steps to shape a brighter future. Come curious, leave inspired!
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forums
HELPING WISCONSIN'S SMALL COMMUNITIES, VILLAGES AND TOWNS THRIVE!
These forums provide resources and a venue for you, your neighbors, colleagues and friends to discuss the challenges & opportunities of economic growth, education for the 21st Century, civic issues and life in Wisconsin's small (and mighty) communities.
WISCONSIN RURAL PARTNERS, INC.
204 Waffle Street, Kendall, WI 54638
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