Bridge Builders is a volunteer-based initiative of the La Crosse Area Chamber of Commerce's Bridge and Belong program. Bridge Builders help welcome newcomers to the La Crosse area by offering connection, local insight, and a sense of belonging.
Basic Info
Full Name
First Name
Last Name
Email
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Phone Number
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Format: (000) 000-0000.
Preferred Method of Contact
Email
Phone
City or Community You Live In
La Crosse, WI
Onalaska, WI
West Salem, WI
Holmen, WI
La Crescent, MN
Other
How long have you lived in the La Crosse area?
Less than 1 year
1-3 years
3-5 years
5-10 years
10+ years
I grew up here
What brought you to the area?
Employment
Education
Family
Military
Relocation/Lifestyle
Other
Why Bridge Builders?
Why are you interested in being a Bridge Builder?
Availability/Life Stage
Which best describes you right now?
Young professional (no children at home)
Partnered or married (no children at home)
Parent or caregiver of children at home
Retired or semi-retired
Other
How often would you be willing to connect with a newcomer?
Once
A few times over a couple of months
Ongoing
Preferred time to connect
Weekday mornings
Afternoons
Evenings
Weekends
Flexible
Preferred ways to connect with newcomers
Coffee
Walking/outdoors
Community events
Phone/video
Text/email
Are you open to being matched with newcomers who have children?
Yes
Maybe/depends
Prefer adult-only connections
Areas of the Community You Feel Knowledgeable About
What areas of the community do you feel knowledgeable about?
Living in the La Crosse area
Neighborhoods and housing
Schools and childcare
Healthcare
Employment and workforce
Arts and culture
Outdoor recreation
Fitness and wellness
Family-friendly activities
Faith and service communities
Small businesses and local dining
Community involvement/volunteering
Renting a house
Entertainment options
Hiking
Yoga
Cooking
Connecting with nature
Nightlife
Fashion
Public transportation
Biking
Dogs and dog parks
Collegiate athletics
Shopping
Downtown La Crosse
K-12 schools
Youth/K-12 sports
Kayaking
Books and reading
Craft beer
Writing
Golf
Museums
Parks
Young Professionals
Families with Young Children
BIPOC Community Connections
LGBTQ+ Connections
Veterans & Military Families
Entrepreneurs & Small Business
Healthcare Professionals
Education Professionals
Remote Workers
Empty Nesters & Retirees
Employer:
Over the next 3-6 months, your availability feels like:
Light (1-2 connections)
Moderate
Ongoing/ambassador-style
Option 4
Anything else you'd like us to know?
I understand this is a volunteer role and matches are based on availability and fit
Yes
No
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