Mission Statement:
Michael’s Helping Hands Foundation is a charitable, tax-exempt, 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to remembering and promoting the spirit and ideals of Michael Chaloupka by making a difference in the lives of adults with disabilities in Southeastern Wisconsin. The foundation focuses its efforts on offering funding for scholarships, recreational opportunities, and philanthropic pursuits where foundation support will make a significant difference.
This Blog is about Michael, and the foundation created in his memory.
It has evolved to also remember his two siblings, Scott and Jennifer, that have since followed him beyond this life into whatever is next.
Mike Chaloupka graduated from UW-Whitewater in 2008 in Management
Information Systems. Mike faced many challenges in life (he lived life
in a wheelchair) but was never one to complain or think about taking the
easy road. After graduation, rather than pursue more lucrative jobs, he
decided to work in a campus ministry called InterVarsity Christian
Fellowship. Mike was to serve as a campus lay minister, helping other
students who faced challenges in life.
His employers were amazed by his maturity and his tenacity to care for
and love those who needed it most, but looked for it the least. Mike was
set to work at UW-Whitewater starting in the fall of 2008. On August
26th, Mike was on his way to provide training to student volunteers in
InterVarsity, when he was struck by a car in a crosswalk. He later died
of his injuries on September 9th. While we mourn the loss of Michael –
we were so very proud of the life he lived and the man of integrity he
had become.
Scott Lee Chaloupka, 28, of Waukesha, passed away at his home, Oct. 6, 2014. Scott was born in Waukesha on April 16, 1986, wonderful son of James and Julie (Roose) Chaloupka. He graduated from Waukesha North High School and was currently attending MATC seeking a degree in computer programming.
Scott is survived by his loving parents; a sister, Jennifer; grandparents, Wm. and Elaine Chaloupka of Mishicot, WI; and MaryAnn Roose of Manitowoc, WI; aunts, Ellen (Chaloupka) Rohr of Brookfield; and Pamela (Roose) Gauthier of Manitowoc; an uncle, John Roose; cousins, and other family and friends. He was preceded in death by his brother, Michael; and grandfather, Stanley Roose.
Jennifer Lynn Chaloupka , 41 , of Waukesha, passed away at her home, January 13th, 2024. Jenny was born in Waukesha on April 9, 1982 a wonderful loving daughter of James and Julie (Roose) Chaloupka. She graduated Waukesha North High School and attended UW Whitewater with a degree in Graphic Arts.
She was afflicted with MD, she was always willing to lend a helping hand when ever someone needed help, helping plan activities at camp, she was a board member of With A Little Help for 5 years.
Jenny had many passions, book reading, spending quality time with family and friends, party planning with friends, With A Little Help Camp, playing board games, vacationing with friends, and many more. Being an Auntie, and cuddling with the little ones. She loved the world of color, especially purple and rainbow’s.
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2. Donate items to us for the annual auction.
3. Donate money.
4, Donate time if you would like to volunteer..
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