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Want to Register now at the WisconSibs Registry? Click HERE

Our mission as WisconSibs is to “foster a community of support and understanding for brothers and sisters of individuals with special needs.”  And what better way to create a community than to know who they are!

So, we’ve created the WisconSibs Registry with three categories:

  • WisconSibs – sisters and brothers of individuals with disabilities or long-term illnesses
  • WisconSibs Fans – individuals with disabilities or long-term illnesses, and their parents, other relatives, professionals, caregivers or friends
  • WisconSibs Sponsors – businesses or individuals (including WisconSibs and WisconSibs Fans) that have provided financial support (cash or in-kind) during the year, or that want to be listed as a sponsor in exchange for a contribution

Why register?

As a registered Sib, Fan, or Sponsor, you’ll get important email news alerts and updates, priority invitations to regional/statewide events or trainings, and links to other sibling resources.  Plus you’ll have the satisfaction of being part of a group that is helping advance the cause of siblings across the state – and even the nation.

There is strength in numbers.  The more who register:

  • The stronger our voice becomes.
  • The more sibs can connect.
  • The better informed you become.
  • The better we can accomplish our mission to “foster a community of support and understanding for brothers and sisters of individuals with special needs.”

Register Now as a WisconSib or WisconSib Fan

WisconSibs Photo Gallery: “You know you’re a WisconSib when . . .”

How do you say “cheese”?

Here’s a chance for you and your sibling(s) to show people around the world (in case they are interested!) how you celebrate together being uniquely Wisconsin!

For example:

  • . . . my sister and I eat cheese curds together.
  • . . . my brother and I tailgate at a Packer game.
  • . . . we go to the supper club for Friday night fish.
  • . . . we do the Dells.
  • . . . we jump around at the Badger game.
  • . . . we take a ride on the John Deere.
  • . . . the whole family gathers around the Thanksgiving table.

Whether you snap a selfie or get a friend to take your picture, email us your classic WisconSib photo and we’ll post the best ones right here in our Gallery.

Register Now as a WisconSib or WisconSib Fan

Volunteer

Teen sibs volunteer as SibDays staff

Volunteers are the backbone of the successful programs offered by WisconSibs. If you’d like to put your time and talent to good use to make a difference in the lives of siblings and their families, here are some ways you can get involved:

  • Facilitate for our children's and teen’s Sibshop program (application, background screening and training sessions required)
  • Join our Board of Director
  • Join our Adult Sibling Advisory Committee
  • Become an adult mentor to a young sibling
  • Join a committee, such as:
    • Programs (for children and adults)
    • Fundraising
    • Marketing
  • Help plan special events, including
    • Adult sibling conferences
    • Celebrations for volunteers
    • Santa Celebration
    • Fundraiser events
  • Offer clerical assistance
    • typing, filing, writing thank you notes
    • assemble mailings, folders, training materials
  • Volunteer at fundraising events (Examples:  Celebrate Sisterhood, On the Fringe Mini-golf, Mardi Gras, Human Race)
  • Become a Camp Counselors
    • overnight camp or day camp with siblings
  • Present informational programs (disability-related topics, such as legal, financial, housing, or social issues; medical advancements or therapies; family communication)
  • Take pictures, make scrapbooks or home-made cards, send birthday cards
  • Write newsletter articles
  • Write website copy or blog articles
  • Entertain at Sibshops and fundraising events
  • Create program evaluations and analyze data

A Few of Our Volunteers

Marie
Registers guests at Celebrate Sisterhood

Bill
Camp Counselor at SibDays of Summer

Pam
Decorates for fundraisers

Janelle
Hostess at Santa Celebration

Volunteer for These Events

Human Race

Join us in this non-competitive walk/run the first Saturday of May.  Help participants make decorations, cheer them on and entertain children.  Event takes place at Thrivent Financial grounds in Appleton.  Call the office for application and details.

SibDays of Summer

Teens ages 14 and older may be eligible to volunteer at this fun day-camp style program held at Plamann Park north of Appleton in July.  Energetic, fun-loving, responsible teens get involved as counselors and mentors with campers.  Lots of outdoor fun including swimming, play ground, games, and leading discussion and group activities.  Volunteers must complete a Volunteer Application available by calling the office or clicking here.

Sibshops

Adults and siblings age 16 and older are needed to help facilitate WisconSibs Sibshops.  Training is required.

Celebrate Sisterhood Fundraiser

Takes place in mid-October at the Radisson Paper Valley, Appleton.  Contact WisconSibs to get involved in decorating, creating purse packages, promotion, or registration.

FUTURE IS NOW Future Planning

This adult sibling program depends on professionals interested in helping connect siblings with important local resources and information.  We welcome attorneys, financial professionals, housing and caregiving professionals, etc.  Call or email the WisconSibs office for details.

Cleaning/Decorating

Call if you have an interest in helping WisconSibs keep the office in tip-top shape.  Time is flexible.

Did You Know?

  • WisconSibs is the Wisconsin chapter of the national Sibling Leadership Network.
  • WisconSibs programs and volunteer opportunities are open to all, regardless of state or county residency.  Participants come from throughout Wisconsin and surrounding states.

Sponsors

Coming soon!

Facebook Groups

The Sibling Support Project has set up Facebook groups for siblings to connect. 

SibTeen: https://www.siblingsupport.org/connect-with-others-sibs/meeting_other_sibs_online/sibteen

Sib20: https://www.siblingsupport.org/connect-with-others-sibs/meeting_other_sibs_online/sib20

SibNet: https://www.siblingsupport.org/connect-with-others-sibs/meeting_other_sibs_online/sibnet