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ThriveOn Collaboration introduces café operator

Oct 2, 2024

The ThriveOn Collaboration has selected Kinship Community Food Center, which serves residents in the Riverwest and Harambee neighborhoods, to operate a signature café in the historic ThriveOn King building.

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2024 Jackie Herd-Barber Award - Emily Tau

Sep 16, 2024

Emily Tau uses her passion for Milwaukee, her strength as a social connector and her communication skills to help advance racial equity throughout the region.

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Honoring a radio legend

Jul 23, 2024

Endowment fund paves the way for journalists of color, amplifying diverse voices in Milwaukee and beyond.

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From grantee to grantmaker

Jul 23, 2024

Donor Rachel Monaco deepens her connection with Foundation, honors husband’s memory through her donor advised fund.

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‘The mother of Oconomowoc’

Jul 23, 2024

Maribeth Bush helped nourish a culture of philanthropy through decades of service to Oconomowoc Area Foundation.

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Building health equity from the ground up

Nov 15, 2023

The Foundation is investing in the health, educational and economic well-being of people in the neighborhoods adjacent to the collaboration’s home, ThriveOn King.

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Groups break down silos to tackle lead abatement

Mar 1, 2023

Through its convening power, social connections and advocacy efforts, the MKE Civic Action Team is helping a range of local partners and the city of Milwaukee address the ongoing threat of lead poisoning in Milwaukee homes

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Beyond the bricks and mortar

Jan 1, 2023

With lead role in ThriveOn Collaboration, Foundation makes generational investment in historically Black neighborhoods.

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Leading by example

Jan 1, 2023

Amanda and Jon Sacks passion for West Bend motivated them to partner with the foundation to ensure that their community continues to grow and thrive.

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Transforming community together

Sep 1, 2022

The progression of voting rights reveals how society experiences real, systemic change. Today, I reflect on that work with deep gratitude and hope, as it confirms that significant change is possible.

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Caring for the Caregiver

Aug 22, 2022

Early childhood education providers receive support and resources provided through the MKE Early Childhood Education Coalition.

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