About Us

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For more information about us, call

(608) 755-4123

LOCATED AT

15 Plumb St.
Milton, WI 53563

HOW KANDU STARTED

In 1961, a small group of parents and community supporters were on a mission to meet the employment needs of their adult children with disabilities. Today, that mission has grown into a thriving 501(c)(3) organization. In 2023 KANDU was recognized as Forward Janesville Large Business of the Year.

FINDING PURPOSE

Starting at age 14, clients with disabilities and disadvantages and their families turn to KANDU for friendship, acceptance, and purpose. By providing a range of fulfilling and enriching opportunities, we offer our clients the chance to earn a living, make friends, and thrive among their peers.

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Through our operations, KANDU offers valuable services to the business and local community that support our underlying mission of providing opportunities for our clients.

PACKAGING AND PRODUCTION SERVICES

KANDU’s Packaging and Production Services allow companies to maximize their profits by outsourcing time-consuming and tedious processes to our skilled client workforce. Our business customers benefit from a well-trained, efficient workforce and competitive prices, while our clients learn valuable job skills and earn a living.

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COMMUNITY EMPLOYMENT

KANDU’s community employment program helps local businesses save money on recruitment and training costs by pairing them with individuals who may not otherwise have a chance to find meaningful employment. KANDU program managers assess your operations to match you with highly qualified employee labor, provide pre-employment and on-the-job training, supervision, and ongoing support so businesses know they are achieving maximum efficiency.

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AT KANDU, PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES FIND PURPOSE, FAMILIES FIND HOPE, AND BUSINESSES FIND A TRUSTED PARTNER.

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OUR MISSION

KANDU creates, promotes, and provides diverse opportunities offering people with disabilities or disadvantages the ability to pursue greater independence and explore their limitless potential.

OUR VISION

KANDU will be the beacon that fosters acceptance and inclusion of all individuals by providing fulfilling and enriching opportunities.

OUR VALUES

We value our clients by demonstrating integrity, compassion, and respectful, nurturing care for them as members of our extended family.

We nurture and grow our community partnerships by being credible, reliable and diversified.

We provide competitive, resourceful, and results-driven, high-quality solutions.

With courage, energy and vision, we provide innovative and creative quality services.

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Today’s the day! 💜 Join us for the very first Memory Café at KANDU in our new Mrs. Potts Coffee Shop from 11 a.m. to noon. Caregivers and individuals with dementia are invited to enjoy a warm, welcoming space with fun activities, connection, and support from others who understand. To ...register, call Julie at (608) 755-4123. We can’t wait to see you there!
In partnership with the Aging and Disability Resource Center of Rock County🤝

Clients in KANDU's Increased Support Program (ISP) had an amazing day at Busy Barns Adventure Farm in Fort Atkinson! 🐐 From petting animals to picking from the pumpkin patch, our clients enjoyed every moment of hands-on fun and fresh farm air. Outings like these help our clients connect ...with the community, experience new things, and build lasting memories. Thank you, Busy Barns, for a fantastic day! 🌾

On Wednesday, December 4, from 4-8 PM, head to Five Guys in Janesville and support KANDU Industries! 🍔🥤 When you dine in or order takeout during this time, 20% of your purchase will go toward empowering individuals with disabilities and dementia.

Enjoy great food and make a ...difference—mark your calendars! 📅

🎉 Calling all families and community groups! Show your holiday spirit by sponsoring a tree at KANDU’s Festive Forest Extravaganza. Decorate a tree, enjoy the event, and support a wonderful cause. To sign up now, call 608-755-4123 or email emiller@kanduindustries.com ✨

Thank you to the Milton Wisconsin Knights of Columbus for supporting KANDU and featuring us in the Wisconsin State Council’s Badger Bulletin newsletter. We are fortunate for all the support we have received from the Knights of Columbus and other Milton organizations since moving into our new ...facility early this year.

A big thank you to the Janesville Fire Department for an amazing tour! 🚒 Day Services clients loved meeting the firefighters, watching them come down the fire pole, and learning about the life-saving work they do. Community outings like this are an important part of KANDU’s programs, helping ...our clients build connections, learn about safety, and experience meaningful community integration. We’re grateful for the chance to introduce our clients to local heroes and promote inclusivity across our community! 💙

✨ Add some sparkle to the holiday season! Sponsor a tree at KANDU’s Festive Forest Extravaganza 🎄, part of Merry Milton Week! It’s a fantastic way to boost team morale, support a local nonprofit, and connect with the community. Contact us to reserve your tree today: 608.755.4123

KANDU and the Aging & Disability Resource Center of Central Wisconsin will host memory Cafés at KANDU's Ms. Potts Coffee Shop on the third Wednesday of each month from 11 a.m. to noon. Memory Cafés are rapidly growing in popularity as a safe place for people with a dementia diagnosis ...and their caregivers to come together for support. Monthly themed activities facilitate discussions and create a fun environment for learning and socializing. If you and your loved one want to register, please call Julie at (608) 755-4123.