SCIO Mission Statement

SCIO is a spiritually based volunteer organization established by faith communities in Sheboygan County and the surrounding area. Our shared values bring us together to work for justice, dignity, and improvement in the quality of life for all people. We bridge the gap between community needs and resources.

Who We Are

SCIO is a faith-based organization compromised of over 30 different faith communities
founded for the purpose of providing programs for people who have fallen through
the cracks of society. Volunteers and staff work together in an environment of mutual
respect for each other’s belief to provide for the common good of those we serve.  Theological differences do not interfere with the important work that needs to be done.  We focus on our shared values rather than our differences. We believe it is our calling to
lift up those that struggle to help themselves. Our programs offer a “hand-up” rather than
a hand out. We truly do bridge the gap between community needs and resources. SCIO
has been serving Sheboygan County since 1989 through a variety of programs that have
helped the disadvantaged. Currently SCIO has eight programs that make a difference
in Sheboygan County: Bridgeway and Beyond Transitional Living Program, Building
Bridges Childcare Center, Summer and Winter Farmers Markets, NOURISH Farm to
Family Philanthropy, Working Women’s Wear, Volunteer Transportation Program, No
Interest Loan Program, and Summer Lunch Program.