About Us

ADVOCAP is a Community Action Agency (CAA), part of a nationwide network of local nonprofits that help people overcome the challenges of poverty and empower them to build better, more stable lives. CAAs provide essential services like housing support, early childhood education, energy assistance, and employment training. They’re funded by a mix of federal, state, and local grants, with the Community Services Block Grant (CSBG) as their core funding. What makes CAAs unique is their community-driven approach — local people, including those living with low incomes, help guide the programs to ensure they truly meet the needs of their neighbors.

ADVOCAP has been making a difference in Green Lake, Winnebago, and Fond du Lac counties since 1966. As one of over 1,000 CAAs, we’re dedicated to helping our communities create opportunities to support people in achieving financial stability and self-sufficiency. Through our many programs, we work alongside our community to create real, lasting change. Whether it’s through partnerships, volunteers, or direct services, ADVOCAP is here to support local families and individuals on their path to a brighter future.

Our Mission

ADVOCAP’s Mission is to create opportunities for people and communities to reduce poverty and increase self-sufficiency.

Our Vision

Vision is that all low-income and disadvantaged people in our service area will have the opportunities, assets, and tools necessary to obtain the necessities of a healthy and dignified life.

Our Team

Executive Team

Tanya Marcoe
Executive Director
Tony Beregszazi
Deputy Director
Joe Lougher
Finance Director
Kelly Mauer
Human Resources Director

Program Directors

Kathy Doyle
Business Development Director
April Mullins-Datko
Head Start Director
Becky Heldt
Homeless Prevention Director
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Dawn Paterson
Food & Nutrition Director
Lisa Severson
Volunteer Services Director
Justin McArthur
Property Services Manager
Jason Vander Velden
Weatherization Director

Board of Directors

The ADVOCAP Board of Directors consists of residents of the three counties we serve; Fond du Lac, Green Lake, and Winnebago. It is a tripartite board with equal representation from local government, community leaders, and low-income people. Board members are active in the communities we serve as leaders, business owners, and members of local government. 

The Board of Directors identifies the needs of the communities we serve and works with ADVOCAP Staff to determine the best way to meet those needs by establishing goals, formulating strategic plans for Community Action and overseeing the personnel, fiscal, and program policies. 

The Board of Directors serve on a voluntary basis.

Officers

Connie Anderson
President
Jay Myrechuk
Vice President
Paulette Feld
Secretary
Shawn Ross
Treasurer

FOND DU LAC COUNTY

  • Donna Blend
  • Tami Christian
  • Edie Crews
  • Mary Fleischman
  • Raina Lyman
  • Jay Myrechuck
  • Shawn Ross
  • Gary Will
  • Michael Will

GREEN LAKE COUNTY

  • Connie Anderson
  • Shaddai Carmona
  • Joe Gonyo
  • Nancy Hoffman
  • Bob Johnson
  • Danielle Viau

WINNEBAGO COUNTY

  • Gayle Demler
  • Paulette Feld
  • Amber Lyn Gilbertson
  • Brian Hamill
  • Tonya Hitz
  • Amy Kovalaske
  • Jeff Lutz
  • Deb Neet
  • Karen Powers

Become a Volunteer

Volunteers are important to our work, without them we couldn’t do what we do. We value volunteers, their time and respect the passion that draws them to the work that we do. If you are thinking of
VOLUNTERING INFORMATION