Seasonal Programs

Current, certified WayForward clients (meaning you have provided the necessary documents and have met with a Case Manager within the past 12 months) are eligible to participate in our seasonal programs. If you are not currently a WayForward client, or if you are not sure if you have completed your recertification, please contact us at 608-836-7338.

Back to School Programs

The Back to School Program provides backpacks and supplies for 4K through high school students and supplies for college students. Registration begins in June. Case Managers will email with instructions about how to register to receive backpacks and supplies. If you need supplies during the school year, please contact your child’s school social worker.

Thanksgiving Baskets

Thanksgiving Baskets provide a variety of food for your holiday meal. We offer the opportunity for you to choose what you would like in your basket. We offer a range of cultural and dietary options to meet your needs. Information about how to register will be emailed to you in October.

Winter Wishes

Winter Wishes is a holiday gift card program. Each registered member of your household receives a gift card for a store or business that you suggest. People from our community purchase the gift cards which you then pick up at our offices. Case Managers will email with instructions for how to register for this program.

Service Area

WayForward’s seasonal programs serve all of the Middleton Cross Plains School District and part of the west side of Madison (west of Midvale Blvd, and inside the beltline loop).  The interactive map below shows our service area. Please call us at 608-836-7338 to ask about a specific address.