Philanthropy helps fuel small business growth and economic equity
on Nov 15, 2023
The Greater Milwaukee Foundation’s work to strengthen economic opportunity through Milwaukee’s small business ecosystem revolves around providing access.
read postThe Greater Milwaukee Foundation’s work to strengthen economic opportunity through Milwaukee’s small business ecosystem revolves around providing access.
read postA growing number of community organizations, funders, donors and housing advocates are committed to making affordable housing a reality.
read postPets for Life is a nationally recognized program model that provides animal services, care and resources to underserved communities in Milwaukee.
read postThe Foundation is investing in the health, educational and economic well-being of people in the neighborhoods adjacent to the collaboration’s home, ThriveOn King.
read postOver the years, Ralph and Margaret Hollmon have enriched the Milwaukee community through their activism and their volunteer efforts.
read postThe Foundation was the logical choice when Pedro Colón and his wife, Betty Ulmer, decided to make a legacy gift.
read postFew things nowadays are built to last — except maybe a fund at a community foundation.
read postMary Ann Padol seeks to address community needs while seeking no recognition for herself.
read postJaylin Durham aspires to be like Judge Clarence Parrish.
read postThe Charles and Laura Albright Fund has helped launch, grow and sustain projects.
read postAlice Youngberg Kozlowski's instinct and lifelong thriftiness parlay into generous gift.
read postWith lead role in ThriveOn Collaboration, Foundation makes generational investment in historically Black neighborhoods.
read postGertrude Payton was actively involved with the Greater Milwaukee Foundation since 2002.
read postThe Milwaukee Rental Housing Resource Center is a comprehensive referral network connecting people — both tenants and landlords — to resources, education and services.
read postOver the past 13 years, JCP Construction has defied the odds and made a name for itself in Milwaukee.
read postEarly childhood education providers receive support and resources provided through the MKE Early Childhood Education Coalition.
read postAmerica’s Black Holocaust Museum reemerges after 14-year hiatus with Foundation support.
read postFrom grantee to donor, Danae Davis' philanthropic journey.
read postImproving access to high-quality education and opportunities for Milwaukee’s youth has been a focal point of the Diazes’ careers.
read postBlaine Gibson has been a thought partner, referral source and mentor in helping diversify the philanthropic sector
read postAmanda and Jon Sacks passion for West Bend motivated them to partner with the foundation to ensure that their community continues to grow and thrive.
read postFoundation’s $3M investment helps Black-led college prep school advance plans in Bronzeville.
read postThe area around Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive is once again becoming a commercial and cultural destination.
read postCommunity engagement and collaboration are at the heart of the ThriveOn Collaboration.
read postFriends of Hank Aaron State Trail installed a permanent piece of artwork called “People of the Road” in Menomonee Valley.
read postAfrican Americans philanthropists lead bold fundraising effort to support health disparities research.
read postWhen the pandemic almost forced Sergio Gonzalez to close his business, the Latino Entrepreneurial Network of Southeastern Wisconsin came to the rescue.
read postThe Greater Milwaukee Foundation launched the MKE Civic Response Team to assist business owners such as early childhood education providers.
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