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Colony Brands is proud to announce Bill Helt as the 2021 recipient of the Ray Kubly Achievement Award. Bill, our Director of Operations, was honored for his exceptional leadership and dedication during the pandemic. We also celebrate our 2021 Corporate Honors and High-Performance recipients who continue to embody our core values of excellence and service.

While June is National Dairy Month, our passion for the industry lasts all year. With 95 years of history, we continue to source award-winning artisan cheeses from expert Wisconsin Master Cheesemakers. From our meticulously aged cheddar to rare Limburger, join us in celebrating the rich heritage and quality that define our favorite dairy traditions.

Colony Brands Foundation and Klondike Cheese Co. have pledged a 500,000 dollar challenge gift to kickstart a 1.5 million dollar capital campaign for the Monroe Public Library. The businesses will match every two dollars donated with one dollar, aiming to enhance essential library services, technology, and programs for the entire Monroe community to enjoy for years.

Join us as we celebrate 95 years of The Swiss Colony and Colony Brands. Throughout this year, we are sharing special memories, historical milestones, and reflections from leadership about our company's journey from a small basement mail-order business in 1926 to the thriving organization it is today. We are proud to honor our legacy.

Colony Brands turned year-end staffing challenges into a major success through their unique Associate Donation program. By filling warehouse shifts, employees helped the company meet peak demand while raising nearly 300,000 dollars for 39 charitable organizations in southwest Wisconsin. This initiative highlights a strong company culture rooted in supporting local communities during difficult times.

Colony Brands is proud to celebrate 51 employees who earned special incentives through our Community Volunteer Program. By contributing over 7,000 combined hours, our team continues to fulfill our corporate purpose to empower people and enrich lives. We are dedicated to supporting the communities where our employees live and work through time and talent.

The Colony Brands Foundation is proud to honor eight exceptional educators from the School District of Monroe with our annual Teacher Recognition awards. These monetary grants celebrate teachers who have demonstrated outstanding commitment to their students, school, and community. We invite you to join us in celebrating the impactful contributions of this year's deserving recipients.

At Colony Brands, we believe education is the foundation for our future workforce. On National Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day, we celebrate our commitment to student success. From career exploration and internships to co-op positions, we provide real-world experiences that help the next generation of leaders discover their true professional potential.

Even while working in safe distance environments to prioritize employee health, we are finding meaningful ways to stay connected. We are excited to share a collection of photos submitted by our team members. These snapshots offer a glimpse into our virtual happy place and are sure to bring a smile to your face today.

The landscape for high school graduates has changed significantly this year. We have adjusted our plans and scholarship program for the High School Career Expo to ensure students still receive the vital support they deserve. Discover how these modifications will help the Class of 2020 navigate their academic journeys and achieve their professional goals ahead.