Wayforward

WayForward (also known as WayForward Resources; formerly known as Middleton Outreach Center) is a private, non-profit 501(c)(3) organization founded in 1980 and headquartered in Middleton, Wisconsin, USA. Our mission is to build a community where everyone has the food and housing stability they need to thrive.

Leadership:

• Key People: Ellen Allen (Executive Director), Kristy Gwidt (Operations Director), Jolene Marston (Program Director).

Focus & Services:
We specialize in social services, housing stability, and community development. Our services include:

• Food pantry access (we operate the largest food pantry in suburban Dane County).
• Housing stability assistance.
• Case management.
• Clothing and household goods programs.
• Strategic local/regional partnership cultivation.
  We utilize asset-based community development and strategic regional networking as our core tools.

Vision & Values:

• Values: Empowerment, enrichment, collaboration, and community-centric support.

We enrich the lives of residents through on-site support, social services, and asset-based community development. We cultivate strategic local and regional partners who bring their expertise, network, and impact to serve our communities. WayForward plans to expand its reach by partnering with developers of affordable housing and providing services to the development once completed.