Remarkable Women: Cathy Kohlbeck's mission to support community heroes
GREEN BAY, Wis. (WFRV) – Cathy Kohlbeck is making a lasting impact on her community through the Houses of Honor program, which she founded to support local heroes, including teachers, firefighters, police officers, medical professionals, and military personnel.
For over a decade, Kohlbeck has provided these individuals with essential resources at discounted rates, demonstrating a deep commitment to those who serve others.
Gail Nohr, co-founder of Veterans First, praised Kohlbeck's efforts, saying, 'She is a remarkable woman, and I believe that she has her heart in the right place.' This sentiment is echoed by community members such as Caitlin Cravillion, who described Kohlbeck as 'a friend to all,' and Mitch Majeski, a technician at Boss Lock and Security, who commended her dedication to giving back.
Kohlbeck's leadership has inspired many, including Jacob Vandenplas, president of Door County Farm for Vets, who noted, 'She spoke leadership from the very beginning.' Michael Corpus, a Marine Corps veteran, praised her exemplary character, stating, 'She exemplifies what a remarkable woman is.'
In addition to her role as a mortgage expert at Movement Mortgage, Kohlbeck's passion for supporting heroes is rooted in her family's military background. 'My uncle's a Marine, my grandpa was a Marine, my other grandpa was Army, my father-in-law Army,' she explained. 'What they do and what they sacrifice for us so we can have our freedom just is a really big passion of mine to give back to them.'
Kohlbeck's annual Salute to Service event, her largest fundraiser, has raised thousands of dollars to support local businesses that assist veterans, solidifying her commitment to honoring those who serve. Her efforts have been deeply appreciated by those who have benefited from her work, further cementing her status as a key community leader.
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