We provide inclusive education, employment, social, mental health & early intervention programs. VPI was established, as a solution to meet both needs.
Our story dates back to 1956, when families of individuals with disabilities and local manufacturers knew two things; individuals with disabilities were ready and capable to enter the workforce, and there was an overwhelming need for contract packaging services in the Fox Cities area. The concept of meeting community needs has guided us in becoming the successful 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that we are today. By providing efficient contract packaging and production services to private industry, with an inclusive workforce, VPI has been able to deliver community programing and services to support the changing needs of community members with disabilities or disadvantages.
04/10/2025
Meet Jarrod! 👋 Jarrod is part of our Pre-Employment Services Program and has been gaining hands-on experience running the reception desk at our Kensington Production Facility.
This program provides individuals with disabilities work experiences, training, and support to build employability skills and overcome barriers. Whether facility-based, community-based, or a mix of both, it’s tailored to each individual’s needs.
We’re so proud of Jarrod and all that he’s accomplishing! His dedication and positive attitude are making a big impact—and we can't wait to see where his journey takes him next.
04/08/2025
The Summer Manufacturing Inclusion Camp is back! 🎉 Know a student who loves building, creating, and exploring the world of manufacturing? This hands-on experience is the perfect opportunity! 🔩✨
This camp is FREE to all participants thanks to SparkForce, The FMA Foundation.
04/07/2025
Curious about our Skills for Work Program?
Hear from Xavier and Owen as they share their experiences interning at Kimberly-Clark and the valuable skills they've gained along the way! From teamwork to problem-solving, they’re building a foundation for success. 👏
Watch now and see the impact firsthand!
04/04/2025
Congratulations, Shandi! 🥳
Shandi has stepped into the role of Partnership Development Coordinator! In this new position, she’ll be connecting with employers, funding sources, and community members to build partnerships that support VPI’s mission and expand our Community Programs.
With her passion for serving individuals of all abilities and her talent for building connections, we know she’ll make a big impact. We are excited to see all she accomplishes in this role! 🎉
04/03/2025
Our Adult Day Services Cooking Club was hard at work last Friday! Steven took on the challenge of cooking 15 pounds of ground beef, while the group prepped fresh cilantro, tomatoes, and avocados. After all their hard work, they served their friends buffet-style, creating a delicious, build-your-own meal. 🌮
04/02/2025
Today is World Autism Acceptance Day. 🌍💙
A time to celebrate uniqueness, promote understanding, and support inclusion.
Autism affects each person differently, with a wide range of strengths and challenges. By fostering acceptance and creating opportunities, we can help build a more inclusive world for all.
Click here for autism and asd statistics and facts on the causes and prevalence of autism, associated medical conditions, economic costs and more.
04/01/2025
Dinner plans? We've got you covered! 🌮
Stop by Qdoba (4353 W Wisconsin Ave, Appleton) tonight or order online from 4 p.m. - 8 p.m., and 25% of fundraiser sales will be donated to VPI! Just show this QR code or flyer at checkout. 💙
Ordering online? Be sure to use code: QDOBAGIVES at checkout!
04/01/2025
This is no joke! April is here and we have so many fun outings planned for this month including a visit to the Appleton Public Library, a Stars Exhibit at the Mulva Cultural Center, and so much more!
03/31/2025
Join us on Wednesday, April 16th, for a Business After Hours with Green Bay Innovation Group (GBIG) at our newly renovated Kensington Production Facility!
Get an exclusive look at our new Isolated Production Area, designed for specialized packaging needs, and take a guided tour of our custom co-packing, assembly, warehouse, and distribution operations.
We can't wait to connect and show you what’s new at VPI!
We just dropped two new exclusive items at Inclusion Clothing Co.! If you haven't checked them out yet, now’s the time!
Every purchase at Inclusion Clothing Co. provides work experience for VPI clients and supports programs in employment, education, mental health, and more. 100% of proceeds go back to making a difference! 💙
Looking for dinner plans next Tuesday? We've got you covered!
Stop by Qdoba (4353 W Wisconsin Ave, Appleton) or order online, and 25% of fundraiser sales will be donated to VPI! Just show this QR code at checkout. 🌮
03/26/2025
Thrivent Choice® can have a tremendous impact on organizations like ours.
Eligible Thrivent clients with membership: Don’t forget to direct 2024 Choice Dollars® before March 31. And please consider directing Choice Dollars® to us.
For more info or to direct Choice Dollars, call 800-847-4836 and say “Thrivent Choice.” Or click here:
Thrivent can help you live generously and be part of something bigger. Make a personal donation or direct some of Thrivent's charitable funds to a favorite nonprofit organization or cause. The choice is yours!
03/24/2025
Aiden and Isaiah took center court as honorary co-captains for the Wisconsin Herd last week! 🏀 Both are part of VPI's School District Transition Services program and also work at Goodwill through the Goodwill NCW School-to-Work program.
We’re so proud of their hard work and dedication! Way to go, Aiden and Isaiah!
03/21/2025
We had a special visitor...Samaria Comfort Dog 🐾
Samaria’s presence brought joy, comfort, and connection to everyone she met. 🐶 Interacting with Samaria can provide emotional support, reduce stress, boost our mood, encourage social interaction, and even improve communication skills. 💙
03/20/2025
Thank you to WLUK-TV FOX 11 for featuring VPI as the Community Cares nonprofit for March! We’re grateful for the opportunity to share our mission and the impact of our programs.
Yesterday, we celebrated the Open House for the Community Programs Collective, and words can’t express how grateful we are for the incredible support from our community. This new space will allow us to double our one-to-one service capacity and serve 100+ more individuals annually creating more opportunities for growth, learning, and connection. The Family Support Center will provide a welcoming space for families in our Early Intervention Birth to 3 Program, ensuring children receive consistent services even during housing instability. The Education Hub will serve as a dedicated classroom and gathering space to expand our education programs, host speakers, provide professional development, and serve as a resource for the community and staff.
Thank you to everyone who joined us to celebrate this milestone. This is just the beginning of something amazing!
03/18/2025
Todays the day! 🥳
Our Community Programs Collective Open House is happening TODAY from 3:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m., and we can't wait to celebrate with you! Stop by to tour the space, learn about the impact, and connect with our team.
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Valley Packaging Industries, Inc. Is a community rehabilitation center that provides a variety of services and skills training to Fox Valley residents with disabilities or disadvantages. Along with nine rehabilitation services programs for those with special needs and/or disadvantaged circumstances, VPI provides contract packaging, satellite manufacturing, special packaging, inventory control, warehousing & fulfillment services to various local businesses. We partner with other community organizations in order to provide several programs that benefit both individuals and their families. Below are the different rehabilitation services programs that we and our collaborators offer to the community:
Community Day Center
Provides clinical services & support to those with profound impairments and/or multiple disabilities
Helps participants develop of fine & gross motor skills and life & social skills
Provides programming for individual enhancement, personal care assistance, behavior management and activities that participants are interested in
Community Outreach Center
Provides FREE adult mental health peer support services with WI Certified Peer Support Specialists in a safe, stigma-free environment
Individuals can receive professional mental health service referrals
Individuals can participate in individual and daily group support, healthy social & leisure activities and work towards holistic wellness
Community 2000 Program/Emergency Relief Services
Provides individuals and families in emergency situations with food, personal care, cleaning, apparel and supplies to those in rural Outagamie County
Partner with United Way and other local agencies to provide individuals and families with immediate support
Provide professional referrals to partnered agencies
Located on the St. John the Baptist Catholic Church campus in Seymour, WI
Early Intervention Program-Birth to 3
Provides comprehensive services & support for families and children from birth to age 3 with developmental delays and special needs
Helps families and caregivers gain the supporting tools to assist children to develop and learn skills needed to participate in activities with their families, in their homes and communities
Provides physical or occupational therapy, special education, speech pathology, interpretation services and more
Employment Placement Program
Provides employment search and placement services, job preparation services and temporary work experiences to participants with disabilities
Participants obtain employability and work skills assessments
Participants' abilities and interests are aligned with community employment opportunities
Participants receive on-the-job training and coaching
Employability Skills Training
Provides college campus classroom instruction experiences on UW-Fox Valley Campus in Thrive! Career Academy and other work skills and education experiences at other employer sites
Provides a High School Transition Program through Project SEARCH that rotates students through internship jobs at St. Elizabeth Hospital
Provides hands-on skills learning, community internships, job seeking skills, and community employment and coaching support through VPI
Pre-vocational Skills Training Community-based
Provides individualized plans tailored to meet the participants’ needs to help overcome employment barriers
Helps participants obtain community-based, small group work skills training and coaching support
Participants are able to explore vocational opportunities in various areas (hospitality, food service, office, maintenance, housekeeping, retail)
Pre-vocational Skills Training Facility-based
Provides participants with small group, non-production work skills training, coaching and support
Participants are able to explore a variety of vocational options during community outings
Employment and Literacy Program
Provides basic English language classes to non-English speaking individuals
Helps participants obtain paid work experience and job skills training on VPI's production floor
