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This lakeside Wisconsin town will pay you to move there, with $9,500 in cash and perks
By Francie Swidler at NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS)
· June 24, 2026
· 2 min read
A Wisconsin town with an iconic lighthouse on the southern tip of Lake Winnebago wants you to move there — and is offering up to $9,500 to do so.
Fond du Lac, with a population of about 44,000, has launched a “new talent attraction program” in hopes of attracting new residents as either remote...
Key takeaway “We’ll help you find your happy place, and get paid to move there,” the site said.
Why this matters in The Trophy Club
While Fond du Lac, Wisconsin, is offering incentives to attract new residents, Trophy Club , Texas, faces its own challenges in drawing and retaining workers and families. The Wisconsin town's approach, which includes a cash relocation stipend and perks like YMCA memberships and local experiences, may be worth considering in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. As Trophy Club competes with other local communities for talent and population growth, it could explore similar initiatives to showcase its own unique amenities, such as its lakeside location and family-focused organizations. By highlighting what sets it apart, Trophy Club may be able to attract younger workers and families, addressing its own workforce needs and demographic shifts. The success of Fond du Lac's program will be worth watching, as it could provide valuable insights for communities like Trophy Club looking to grow and thrive.
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Category: local ·
Published: June 24, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) ·
Reading time: 2 min
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What is this story about? A Wisconsin town with an iconic lighthouse on the southern tip of Lake Winnebago wants you to move there — and is offering up to $9,500 to do so.
Fond du Lac, with a population of about 44,000, has launched a “new talent attraction program” in hopes of attracting new residents as either remote...
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