As of January 1, 2026, the merger between VARC and VPI is now official. This momentous union marks the beginning of a bright, new chapter for both organizations—and for the communities we serve.

MAUSTON, WI.—The VARC Breast Cancer Awareness Walk, held on October 17, 2025, serves as a shining example of the impact that can be achieved when a community comes together for a worthy and prevalent cause. Raising both money and spirits, this walk proved to be another way that VARC is helping to make a positive difference in the communities it serves, one step at a time.

After five years of proudly stewarding one of Viroqua’s most beloved local businesses, VARC has announced plans to transition ownership of the Cheese Corner, creating an opportunity for a new owner to carry forward a community tradition that began on May 21, 1986.

Bumble & Bloom Early Learning Center is a licensed group childcare center serving children ages 6 weeks to 6 years — opening soon in Viroqua, Wisconsin. Powered by VARC, Inc.

VARC's Impact this quarter, from their Client Services programming. (August 2025)

On April 31, two directors from VARC proudly graduated with Nonprofit Leadership Development Certificates from Viterbo University, back at the start of May.

United in Purpose, Stronger in Impact: VARC and VPI Unite. VARC and VPI Announce Strategic Merger to Expand Disability Services and Employment Opportunities Across Wisconsin.

City of Viroqua and VARC Partner to Bring New Childcare Center to the Community called Bunble & Bloom.

Disability service provider VARC held its 50th Anniversary Staff Retreat at the picturesque Chula Vista Resort in Wisconsin Dells on June 5. The occasion brought together dedicated staff from all corners of the organization, pausing operations at thirteen locations to honor a remarkable milestone—half a century of unwavering support for individuals with varying abilities across southern Wisconsin.

VARC has once again been named the "Best Employment Agency" in the Best of La Crosse awards put on by WKBT News 8. This honor was announced on April 1 and marks a big repeat win for VARC, who took home this award in 2023 and was also named runner-up in this category in 2024.

A prestigious Legacy Award was conferred on the VARC organization during the La Crosse Area Chamber of Commerce's Annual Meeting on March 3.

VARC raises over $68,000 for their clients enrolled in disability programming at the 3rd Annual VARC New Year's Eve Gala.

VARC Breast Cancer Awareness Walk raises $1,540 towards Mile Bluff Medical Center Foundation's efforts to eradicate breast cancer.

VARC Day Services clients are developing the skills they need to lead a more independent lifestyle.

500 clients, families, care managers, social workers, residential providers, and other stakeholders were invited to provide feedback.

VARC's integration with Careers Industries out of Racine, Wisconsin this July resulted in the birth of VARC Burlington and Racine divisions.

VARC is thrilled to promote Kelly Dersham to its newly minted Assistant Director of Client Services position.

VARC's Summer Picnics foster a sense of community and togetherness.

On behalf of VARC and the teaching staff at our Sauk Division, we are happy to announce that our most recent Ready Set Work! class has...

LA CROSSE, WI —The little ones at VARC's Preschool Childcare Center (PCC) have been busy moving, tumbling, and grooving this summer....