A multiagency resource center opens at the Mary Beth Nienhaus Activity Center in Appleton Aug. 3, 2026, to serve victims of the tornado that truck the Fox Valley a week earlier. PC: Fox 11 Online
FOX VALLEY, WI (WTAQ-WLUK) — As tornado response transitions to long-term efforts, one resource center in the Fox Valley is being replaced by another.
The resource distribution site at the former University of Wisconsin-Oshkosh Fox Cities Campus closed on Sunday.
Monday and Tuesday, a resource center will be open at the Mary Beth Nienhaus Activity Center, 3000 E. College Ave, Suite B, Appleton. Hours are 9 a.m.-7 p.m. This Multiagency Resource Center is open to people from all communities that were impacted by the tornado.
At this location, nonprofit organizations, community partners and local agencies will provide information, guidance, and resources for individuals and families affected by the storm. Representatives will be available to assist residents with immediate needs, recovery planning, and referrals to additional services.
In Menasha, the hardest-hit community, leaders say resources and help will still be available, but will be moved to sites closer to the areas impacted by the tornado.
The city also encourages those who would still like to donate items to support local food pantries and established community organizations. Menasha says monetary donations are one of the most effective ways to help. It encourages anyone to donate to United Way Fox Cities’ tornado relief fund.
In Menasha, the former UW-Oshkosh Fox Cities campus transformed to become a volunteer hub. Volunteer Fox Cities led the initiative.
“I’m still in awe of everything that has happened here this week, and I have to say the number of people who just showed up and said I’m a retired teacher or I’m a retired law enforcement, and we just made them a leader instantaneously is just incredible,” said Volunteer Fox Cities CEO Carolyn Derosiers.
Monday was the final day for public volunteer work. Now, Desrosiers said volunteering moves to the next phase.
“So I don’t want anyone to think there’s nothing left to do. There is so much more community care and volunteer work to do. But it’s going to get a little more detailed and a little more strategic.”
Desrosiers added that over the past week, the group has received more donations than it could use, and will deliver supplies through 211.
Anyone in need of disaster-related assistance can also contact 211 by phone, text, online or through the 211 app.
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