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A guide to investing in our community BizTimes Media is pleased to present our 10th annual Giving Guide. Our goal since its inception has been for it to be a connector between the needs of nonprofits and the resources of the business community. The financial needs of many of these organizations have never been greater and the demand for their services is increasing just as funding from traditional sources is being reduced.

It’s a great time of year to consider making an investment in one or many of the nonprofits featured in this Giving Guide. The profile pages also provide you with many ways you can volunteer, attend fundraising events, join a board or help by serving on a committee.

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Reinhart proudly supports the social, cultural and economic prosperity of our region • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • • •

Albrecht Free Clinic Alzheimer’s Association American Cancer Society American Heart Association American Lung Association American Red Cross Association for Corporate Growth Wisconsin Association of Corporate Counsel Wisconsin Association for Women Lawyers Backpack Coalition of Waukesha County Betty Brinn Children’s Museum Blueprint4HOPE Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee Cardinal Shehan Center Cedar Community Foundation Centro Legal Christian Community Homes & Services Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin

• Children’s Outing Association • Coalition for Children, Youth & Families • CommonBond Communities • Community Justice • Cream City Foundation • Cristo Rey Jesuit High School • Cystic Fibrosis Foundation • Desert Foothills Family YMCA • Disability Rights Wisconsin • Dominican Center • Donna Lexa Art Center • Downtown Madison • Eastern District of Wisconsin Bar Association • Family Peace Center • First Stage Children’s Theatre • Florentine Opera • Food Bank of the Rockies • Food Pantry of Waukesha • Forward Theater • Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Southeast • Goodman Community Center - Girls, Inc.

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GPS Education Partners Guitars For Vets Habitat for Humanity Hispanic Professionals of Greater Milwaukee Historic Milwaukee Hunger Task Force Interfaith Senior Programs Kids Forward La Causa Latino Arts, Inc. Legal Action of Wisconsin Legal Aid Society Leukemia/Lymphoma Society Lily’s Fund for Epilepsy Research Literacy Services of Wisconsin Lutheran Home Foundation Madison Community Foundation Madison Symphony Orchestra Make-A-Wish Foundation of Wisconsin Malaika Early Learning Center March of Dimes

• Marcus Center for the Performing Arts • Marquardt Foundation • Mercy Health Foundation • Meta House • Milwaukee Art Museum • Milwaukee Bar Association • Milwaukee Film Festival • Milwaukee Justice Center • Milwaukee Metropolitan Association of Commerce • Milwaukee Repertory Theater • Milwaukee Rescue Mission • Milwaukee Urban League • Milwaukee Women, Inc. • Milwaukee Young Lawyers Association • Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra • Milwaukee Women, Inc. • Muscular Dystrophy Association • National Association of Bar Executives • National Black Law Student Association

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t Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren, we believe that doing business in a community carries a responsibility to actively participate in its betterment.

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It is also the reason we contribute financially to a diverse group of local organizations that together deliver a quality of life everyone in our region deserves to enjoy.

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TA B L E O F C O N T E N T S

Making a difference There are a lot of great things about living and doing business in southeastern Wisconsin. But this community also faces significant challenges and has many people in need.

The nonprofit organizations profiled in this publication work to address those needs, with the help of supportive individuals and businesses.

The stories on pages 5-18 highlight some of the many projects undertaken by local employers and employees who seek to give back and make a difference in our community.

Hopefully, these stories and nonprofit profiles will serve to inspire you and your organization to find your own cause to support to help make the area a better place for all.

Community leaders working to address homelessness, housing instability........... 5 Baird takes giving to another level for 100th anniversary ...................................... 8 Operation Finally Home provides mortgage-free homes to veterans....................... 9 Planting seeds of hope ..........................................................................................10 Delivering meals to those in need..........................................................................11 GE Healthcare, Girl Scouts build on 17-year partnership with STEM initiatives.......14 Harley employees give back ‘next door’.................................................................15 Developing the next generation of coders..............................................................16 SC Johnson aims to boost literacy for Racine students...........................................17 Stantec employee organizes largest orchid planting in Midwest............................18

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Nonprofit profiles.......................................................................... 19 ABCD: After Breast Cancer Diagnosis....................................... 20 Acts Housing.......................................................................... 22 Alliance Operations Support Services...................................... 24 American Cancer Society......................................................... 26 American Heart Association.................................................... 28 Archdiocese Of Milwaukee...................................................... 30 Bookworm Gardens................................................................ 32 Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee................................. 34 Bryon Riesch Paralysis Foundation......................................... 36 Children’s Wisconsin.............................................................. 38 COA Youth & Family Centers.................................................... 40 College Possible Milwaukee................................................... 42 Community Advocates........................................................... 44 Easterseals Southeast Wisconsin........................................... 46 Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin........................................ 48 Girls on the Run of Southeastern Wisconsin........................... 50 GPS Education Partners.......................................................... 52 Greater Milwaukee Foundation.............................................. 54 Haggerty Museum of Art at Marquette University................... 56 Hometown Heroes, Inc.......................................................... 58 Humane Animal Welfare Society of Waukesha County, Inc..... 60 IMPACT.................................................................................. 62 IndependenceFirst................................................................. 64 International Institute of Wisconsin...................................... 66 Kathy’s House........................................................................ 68 LISC - Local Initiatives Support Corporation........................... 70 LUMIN Schools...................................................................... 72 Luther Manor......................................................................... 74 MACC Fund Midwest Athletes Against Childhood Cancer, Inc................ 76 Make-a-Wish Wisconsin......................................................... 78 Marcus Performing Arts Center............................................... 80 Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design....................................... 82 Milwaukee Rescue Mission..................................................... 84 Nativity Jesuit Academy......................................................... 86 Next Door............................................................................... 88 Revitalize Milwaukee............................................................. 90 Ronald McDonald House Charities Eastern Wisconsin............. 92 SaintA.................................................................................... 94 Seton Catholic Schools........................................................... 96 SHARP Literacy, Inc................................................................. 98 Sojourner............................................................................. 100 St. Coletta of Wisconsin, Inc................................................. 102 St. Marcus School................................................................. 104 The Prairie School................................................................. 106 The Salvation Army.............................................................. 108 United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County......... 110 Versiti Blood Research Institute........................................... 112 YWCA Southeast Wisconsin.................................................. 114 Zachariah’s Acres.................................................................. 116 Zoological Society of Milwaukee.......................................... 118

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Community leaders working to address homelessness, housing instability

BY LAUREN ANDERSON, staff writer

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etro Milwaukee’s homelessness challenges became increasingly visible this year as a growing number of tents located under the I-794 overpass at the

intersection of West Clybourn and North 6th streets drew the attention of community and city leaders and those passing by on their daily commute.

“I think a lot of what we’re seeing is the bubble bursting in terms of those living in entrenched poverty, and the inflow into our homeless services system is rapidly increasing,” said Eric Collins-Dyke, homeless outreach services manager for the Milwaukee County Housing Division. “Historically, these individuals have been able to self-resolve their homelessness, but what we’re seeing now is individuals coming into the homeless system to access needed resources. We’ve seen a heavy increase in individuals that were precariously housed coming to the encampment.”

What many may not see, however, is representatives from the homeless outreach community who are at the site every day working to connect individuals with housing plans and services, he said.

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“Often times, the optics of a situation don’t correlate with the

that problem when they see it every day. It’s not hidden; it’s

work being done behind the scenes. It’s understandable that

right here. And it’s important to confront your own thoughts and

Center offers a

community members might think that things aren’t happening

feelings about that issue.”

flexible housing program at

when they continue to see tents there every day, but to be sure, there is a lot of work going into this daily,” Collins-Dyke said.

United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County announced in August it will target the issue of homelessness

As government and nonprofit organizations work to connect

over the next five years, with the goal of ending family

those experiencing homelessness with sustainable housing,

homelessness in the region by 2025. Family homelessness is

leaders say the encampment highlights an issue that affects not

defined as a single adult or pair of adults who have at least one

only those living outside, but also those facing housing instability

child under the age of 18.

Friendship House of Milwaukee.

throughout the community.

“When we thought about who we are as a funder, and what our “It’s important to acknowledge the number of homeless people

community needs, soon we landed on housing,” Angresano

living out in the open in downtown Milwaukee,” said Nicole

said. “Everything we talked about came back to housing stability

Angresano, vice president of community impact for United

and safety and having a sense of place. When we considered all

Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County. “Many are

we could fund first, we believe very strongly that if you can solve

passing those tents every day. And while we’re concerned about

the challenge of family homelessness, many other issues will be

what’s happening and working with partners in the county on

positively impacted, such as employment, educational outcomes

solutions, the one silver lining I can say is people cannot ignore

and health outcomes.”

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The tent encampment

While many are aware homelessness exists in Milwaukee,

can’t get back on top. What if we intervened sooner so the

located under the

Angresano said there is less awareness of its prevalence

eviction didn’t happen?” Angresano said, noting that it’s much

I-794 overpass at

throughout the entire four-county region that United Way

easier to help someone maintain housing than re-housing them

the intersection of

supports, which encompasses Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Waukesha

after an eviction.

West Clybourn and

and Washington counties.

North 6th Street.

United Way is using a “collective impact” model to tackle the For families experiencing homelessness, housing instability

issue of family homelessness, making targeted investments in

takes many different forms, including couch surfing, living with

programs and organizations to move the needle on the issue.

too many people in one home, sleeping in cars or living in tents on campgrounds.

The organization is drawing on its previous success in teen pregnancy prevention. In 2008, the organization set a goal of

The initiative, called “Safe & Stable Homes: Ending Family

reducing teen birth rates in Milwaukee by 46% by 2015, which

Homelessness,” will involve United Way continuing to fund

was considered an ambitious target at the time. By 2013, that

warming room and emergency shelters, while also expanding its

goal had been surpassed and the United Way set out to further

focus to homelessness prevention for families.

reduce that rate by 50% by 2023.

“We’ll focus more than ever on preventing homelessness in the

The success of the initiative has been attributed to an “all-

first place,” Angresano said, including offering assistance to

hands-on-deck” community response to the issue, including the

families who experience unexpected financial circumstances

involvement of the business community, government, education,

that cause them to come up short on rent.

the medical field, faith leaders, law enforcement and other nonprofits.

“For so many families, if someone had intervened when they

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were just a few dollars short that particular month or when

Angresano said a similar response will be needed to end family

something threw them off and there’s a domino effect and they

homelessness.

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This fall the Wisconsin Department of Transportation forced the approximately 90 individuals living underneath the Marquette Interchange to vacate the premises by the end of October to make way for a green infrastructure project. In response, the United Way has pledged to give $75,000 to assist in their transition.

“While United Way has launched an initiative to end family homelessness by 2025, we could not ignore the people currently experiencing homelessness living outside in tents,” Angresano said. “In partnership with Milwaukee County’s Housing Division, we will support the dignified and temporary housing of up to 90 adults, all of whom will be offered voluntary case management and have an opportunity to be assessed for housing.”

Milwaukee County, meanwhile, is now five years into its Housing First initiative, a model based on the idea that it is imperative for an individual to secure safe and stable housing first, rather than requiring their sobriety, employment or other requirements before they can attain housing.

“What we were seeing with those kinds of programs is it was taking a number of years to get individuals into housing due to those stringent requirements,” Collins-Dyke said. “So Housing First really flips that on its head and it gets somebody indoors first and then once they’re indoors we explore all their needs from a service standpoint, mental health, medical, employment (and) legal.”

Raymond Woods lives

At the outset, the county set a goal of housing every chronically

Collins-Dyke stressed that partnering with area nonprofits,

homeless individual in the county within three years, with a

including those that are entrenched in housing-related services,

in St. Anthony Place,

focus on those who live on the streets and stay in shelters.

such as St. Benedict the Moor’s, is key to providing community

a supportive housing

services. For example, the county provides more than $700,000 Since its launch, the initiative has helped place more than 700

and resource center in downtown Milwaukee.

of tax levy to emergency shelters.

chronically homeless individuals in permanent housing and reduced the overall rate of homelessness in the county by 45%.

“In Milwaukee, our continuum of care is made up of a number of nonprofits,” he said. “So it’s really nice that we have partners

“A big part of Housing First is the services,” Collins-Dyke said,

who we can go to when we create new initiatives … We couldn’t

noting that many of the people served by the county experience

do it without them.”

high-acuity mental health issues. “We provide flexible case management services for everyone … it’s more of a holistic

For-profit entities, too, have stepped up to meet community

approach, it’s client-centered.”

needs. During last winter’s polar vortex, Milwaukee-based We Energies gave $100,000 to allow Milwaukee’s warming centers

The Housing First case management services are funded via

to serve more homeless individuals when temperatures dipped

tax levy.

to 20 degrees and below.

In his most recent budget, Milwaukee County executive Chris

As temperatures begin to drop again this year, county officials

Abele has proposed expanding the county Housing Division’s

and homeless advocates are focused on addressing the

efforts to prevent eviction and homelessness for an additional

downtown encampment.

150 families per year.

“As we get closer to colder weather, we are putting plans The budget also proposes spending an additional $250,000

in place to get everyone indoors and then on to permanent

in prevention by expanding connections to services with

housing,” Collins-Dyke said. “We firmly believe that housing

the IMPACT 211 hotline, providing funding for individuals

is a human right, and we will continue to do everything we

experiencing homelessness to get back on their feet and adding

can to make that the core focus of our advocacy and service

a Prevention Navigator position.

provision.” •

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Baird takes giving to another level for 100th anniversary continue the celebration from Baird Gives Back week in May up to the company’s 100th anniversary celebration in June and beyond.

The result was around 7,800 volunteer hours by 2,200 associates, up from 6,000 hours by 1,660 associates in 2018.

Audrey Warner, director of the Baird Foundation, said it was important to have associates direct where the money would go by selecting 100 volunteers at random.

“We could certainly go write one check, but the associates in these cases have deep passion for the organizations where they might be involved already,” Warner said.

She said that in one case an employee knew immediately she wanted her $1,000 donation to go to the Humane Society of Sheboygan County after volunteers there had put in extra effort to help find her lost cat.

“There were lots of stories like that,” Warner said, adding that many employees had volunteered with organizations previously and the donation was a way of showing their commitment to the nonprofit.

Steve Booth,

By ARTHUR THOMAS, staff writer

president and

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CEO of Baird, participates in a Baird Gives Back Week event.

Baird Gives Back Week itself is a big undertaking. Each year, a volunteer committee within the company comes together to pick 30 to 40 Milwaukee-area organizations for employees to

articipation in Robert W. Baird & Co. Inc.’s annual Baird

volunteer at during a set week in May. A subcommittee also

Gives Back week has grown steadily in recent years, but

works with Baird’s branches and global offices, each of which

there was an extra reason for the company’s employees

selects its own nonprofit to volunteer at during the week.

to participate in the annual week of volunteer activities this year.

Actually, it was more like 100,000 reasons.

“We pick everything from the smallest, newest organizations that need the $100 donation or the three people that show up to

The Milwaukee-based wealth and asset management,

the bigger ones, the national organizations,” said Erik Peterson,

investment banking and private equity firm offered all

co-chair of Baird Gives Back. “We try to make sure there are

participating associates the chance to win $1,000 for the

opportunities there for all organizations to be part of getting

nonprofit of their choice. The employee-owned company then

five Baird volunteers in blue shirts showing up on a Tuesday

selected 100 winners over 14 weeks to designate a donation

morning to work in their soup kitchen.”

recipient.

Panella said the excitement from Baird Gives Back Week

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“I think there definitely was a bit more excitement this year both

did carry over to the firm’s 100th anniversary celebrations.

with the 100 days of giving and the Baird culture right now is

Associates from all over the country worked together during

in a celebratory mode so there was just a lot of excitement with

a welcome party at the Wisconsin Center to pack 3,000

signups,” said Samantha Panella, co-chair of Baird Gives Back.

backpacks with hygiene kits to be sent all over the country.

Panella said participation in the annual volunteer week was

“The lines were long,” she said. “There was so much excitement

already trending up but the firm wanted something that would

around it.” •

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Operation Finally Home provides mortgage-free homes to veterans

BY ALEX ZANK, staff writer

O

peration Finally Home has now built and given its fifth house in southeastern Wisconsin to a veteran and their family.

Its organizers plan to continue delivering a new home in the area each year, even as the cost of construction continues its upward trend.

The Texas-based nonprofit organization provides custom-built, mortgage-free homes to veterans and their families. David Belman, president of Waukesha-based home builder Belman Homes, brought the idea to Wisconsin after he learned about it while attending a builder’s show in Las Vegas.

“I said, ‘Wow, I’d love to be able to do this in Wisconsin,’” he said.

A year later, he was doing it.

Belman said Operation Finally Home differs from other volunteer-based organizations, such as Habitat for Humanity, in that the houses are built entirely by professional contractors.

The companies donate their time, materials and labor, while organizers seek out donations and put on fundraising events. In some instances, people have even donated the land where the houses were built. money. “Operation Rock the House” took place in February at

Jessica and Tyson Cole are handed the

The houses are customized to cater to any particular needs of

Turner Hall Ballroom in Milwaukee, and featured a performance

the veteran and family. For instance, Belman said he’s made

from Wisconsin singer Chris Kroeze. Kroeze was a contestant on

keys to their new

homes that are wheelchair-accessible or that contain special

the televised talent show “The Voice,” and is a strong supporter

Menomonee Falls

therapy rooms.

of the military and veterans, said Belman.

home from David Belman, president

So far, the group has built two homes in Jackson, one in

Operation Finally Home in Wisconsin has added more

the city of Waukesha, one in the town of Waukesha and one

fundraising events in recent years, due in large part to the

in Menomonee Falls. The next home will also be built in

increasing costs associated with building a home. Belman said

Menomonee Falls.

the first home built was valued at $350,000, and the group

of Waukesha-based Belman Homes.

spent about $35,000 to build it. The rest was covered through “My goal is to do one every year now going forward,” Belman

donated material and labor. The most recent home, meanwhile,

said.

was $550,000 in value, and the group spent about $250,000 on it.

The most recent home, which was turned over to the Cole family this summer, had contributions in one form or another from 65

“(The Operation Finally Home events) have all been growing

different companies. Belman added that a task force of 12 to 14

every year, which has been great. It’s been a formula that’s

people help plan and work at the fundraising events.

worked, so we’ve been able to keep the momentum going,” Belman said. “We say this is really a community project and we

In fact, organizers held for the first time a concert to help raise

mean that.” •

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Planting seeds of hope therapy in which he had to re-learn how to talk, walk and eat, and ultimately fully recovered. About two months later, her first husband also suffered a traumatic brain injury in a motorcycle accident, and later passed away.

Initially, she tried to partner with other existing nonprofit organizations that serve people with disabilities, but ultimately she had a different vision.

“After that time, I did employ (people with special needs), but thought that more was needed to help more individuals than the one or two I could employ,” Jamie said. “I tried explaining and talking to other organizations about implementing activities with horticulture and culinary into the everyday activities of those with special needs. It was outside the box and they couldn’t really understand. It was a good idea if someone else did it.”

So, Jamie acquired a home that was in foreclosure and converted the basement into a learning center and created a craft room, movie room and indoor swimming pool. Outside, she installed two greenhouses and converted a three-car garage into a workshop.

All of those resources are available to people with disabilities, Seeds of Hope is a learning and social center in Elkhorn that helps individuals with developmental disabilities gain life skills in an encouraging environment.

BY LAUREN ANDERSON, staff writer

along with their caregivers, in the community.

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“We grow flowers and we actually recycle blinds,” she said. “I work to see everybody’s abilities, rather than their disabilities, aime and Tom Stepp, owners of Budget Blinds of

and try to help them become all that they can be.”

Walworth County, are committed to giving back to the community beyond their business.

Jamie, who previously owned Prairie Tree Landscape Center

The organization also offers off-site activities, including bowling, visits to an agility center, the library, parks, movies, nursing homes, church services and grocery stores.

and has worked for Budget Blinds over the years, wanted to fulfill what she had long felt called to: helping troubled youth

About 20 people visit Seeds of Hope on a weekly basis.

and people with developmental disabilities.

It also hosts about eight transitional programs, including those from Lakeland School, Palmyra-Eagle School District,

“Within our landscaping company, I had a lot of young

Richmond Burton Community High School and the

people start working within our corporation and it was really

University of Wisconsin-Whitewater.

fun watching them believe in themselves and watching them grow,” Jamie said. “I always felt that if you can find a

The program is funded in large part by Jamie and Tom, along

gift within somebody, you can really help them to become

with funding from IRIS through the Wisconsin Department of

somebody.”

Health Services, other donations, flower sales and recycled blinds.

In 2017, she founded Seeds of Hope, a learning and social center in Elkhorn that helps individuals with developmental

Seeds of Hope plans to launch a co-op, in which people with

disabilities gain life skills in an encouraging environment.

disabilities can create micro-businesses and sell products at local farmers markets.

Her vision for the organization was shaped by several

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difficult life circumstances. In 2004, her son suffered a

In the future, Jamie envisions eventually having a larger

traumatic brain injury while on a swing set. He underwent

facility and offering job opportunities. •

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Delivering meals to those in need

BY LAUREN ANDERSON, staff writer

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avid Hobbs Honda is in its second year of a partnership with Milwaukee-based Horizon Home Care and Hospice to provide vulnerable members of the community with

prepared, well-balanced meals.

Since 2018, employees with the Glendale car dealership, including chief executive officer Greg Hobbs, have volunteered to deliver meals weekly through Horizon’s Meals on Wheels program. About 15 employees have signed up to run the routes, which include around 10 stops.

For employees who have tried it, it isn’t a hard sell to keep them engaged in the program, according to Hobbs “Everybody who has decided to sign up for it, once they do it once, they automatically say, ‘I get it. I get why you do this,’” said Hobbs, who takes on a monthly Meals on Wheels shift.

“They all love it. It really is rewarding for everybody to feel involved with the community.”

Meals on Wheels provides fresh meals, prepared by Davian’s Catering, to homebound individuals every week, Monday through Friday. The program is operated by Horizon, a private nonprofit that also provides home care, hospice, private duty and non-medical care services.

The program relies on volunteers to ensure the food gets to those who need it. It also provides an important human connection for those receiving the meals.

David Hobbs

“It’s a social experience; every day, someone comes to your

“I’m a strong believer that, while there are many great

house,” said Mary Haynor, president and chief executive

charities out there and some of them are very big, our little

Honda employees

officer of Horizon. “Because we’re a health care organization,

organization here can’t have a lot of effect on some of those

helped homebound

all a (homebound resident) has to do is tell their driver if

national campaigns,” Greg Hobbs said. “Whereas, local

something is wrong and that will set into motion a series of

involvement within our community has a much bigger effect,

actions to resolve what’s wrong … It serves a dual purpose.

and certainly for the dollars we spend. It certainly helps our

It’s socialization, somebody is checking on them, and they

employees become engaged in what we’re doing.”

residents with yard work through Horizon Home Care and Hospice’s Meals on Wheels

are receiving food that is balanced and prepared.”

While many individuals volunteer to deliver meals, Haynor During the polar vortex earlier this year, Greg Hobbs said,

said the David Hobbs Honda team’s commitment to the

his employee volunteers were able to ensure the homebound

program is special.

program.

residents were safe.

“It’s generally individuals (who volunteer) and we’ve had “We could ask, ‘Are you OK? Are you warm? Do you have

some organizations, but none as persistent or longstanding

heat?’” he said. “Just caring for people.”

as the Hobbs group,” Haynor said. “They have stuck with it, which is a credit to Greg and his team ... They’re called

Additionally, David Hobbs Honda employees have provided

the ‘Dealer for the People,’ so for them to go into the

yard work to the homebound individuals on their route, along

communities and serve people, it’s a good way for them to

with financial contributions to Horizon.

reach out and touch the community.” •

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Carissa Peters dreamed of pursuing a degree in healthcare. She enrolled as a full-time student at Xavier University of Louisiana as soon as she graduated from Milwaukee Public Schools’ Riverside University High School in 2009. But, as happens to many students, Peters found herself quickly overwhelmed by rapidly accumulating college debt.

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he was forced to drop to part-time status, hoping to slow the drain on her finances. After three years, she had to leave college.

Peters returned to Wisconsin and landed a fulltime job as a flight attendant. But she didn’t forget her dream of working in healthcare.

In spring 2018, she began searching for a way to study nursing as a part-time student. She knew it would be difficult, if not impossible, to pursue a nursing program while her job demanded she regularly fly cross-country.

Then Peters saw an intriguing story on MATC’s website announcing the launch of the MATC Promise for Adults, which helps cover tuition for eligible students. She was excited to see that she met all the criteria.

She lived in the MATC district, was at least 24 years old, earned less than $56,000 annually, had at least six college credits but no degree, and wanted to return to college to earn an associate degree in an in-demand career after at least a two-year absence from college.

“I was so amazed and happy when I found the MATC Promise for Adults,” Peters said. “I’ve never heard of anything like this.”

Innovative public-private partnership

MATC ADULT PROMISE STUDENT RECLAIMS HER DREAM; PURSUES IN-DEMAND NURSING CAREER

Promise programs are a relatively new approach to ensuring that financial constraints do not prevent individuals from earning college degrees.

MATC’s Promise for Adults is an expansion of the college’s first-in-the-state Promise for New High School Graduates, which was launched in 2015.

The innovative public-private partnership approach combines federal and state financial aid with private donations to fill the gap between what aid provides and the cost of tuition. To date, the MATC Foundation Inc. has raised more than $2 million from more than 230 private donors in support of the MATC Promise.

Both Promise programs met with great interest.

In the Fall 2018 semester, 750 qualifying Promise students were enrolled at MATC. Since its inception, MATC’s Promise students have earned 20,000 college credits. The MATC Promise received two 2019 Milwaukee Awards for Neighborhood Development Innovation (MANDI) — the Associated Bank Trail Blazer Award and the Wells Fargo People’s Choice Award.

In announcing the establishment of the MATC Promise for Adults in May 2018, MATC President Vicki J. Martin, Ph.D., said, “We are offering this program in direct response to the urgent needs of our community — where area employers are desperate to fill the middle-skill jobs, while at the same time many local residents lack the resources and support to gain the degrees necessary for these positions.”

She explained, “We know that college costs and concern about student debt are major deterrents for students interested in returning to college.

Studies show that 60 percent of adults who started college but didn’t earn degrees want to return.

We want everyone to have an opportunity to better their lives, while providing the talent pipeline for

area employers.”

A degree can make a tremendous difference in a person’s upward mobility. A 2018 economic impact study showed that MATC associate degree graduates have $418,100 higher lifetime earnings compared with attaining a high school diploma alone.

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There’s no excuse not to finish college with the financial help I’ve received from MATC. I’m so grateful to the donors who have made this possible.”

— Carissa Peters

Grateful for Promise program and donors

For Peters, the MATC Promise for Adults is a godsend because she can afford to attend MATC full time. “I still have a load of debt from Xavier,” she said. “I didn’t want to take on more debt. I want to pay it off. It is such a heavy load. If I had to worry about money, I’d have to attend college part time.

I could only have taken two classes a semester at most. It would have taken me five semesters to do what I’m doing this year with help from the MATC Promise for Adults.”

She also is grateful that so many of her credits from Xavier transferred to MATC. She is in her first semester of MATC’s registered nursing associate degree program and also is enrolled in the MATC-Cardinal Stritch concurrent enrollment program to earn her bachelor’s degree in nursing.

Eventually, she wants to earn a doctor of nursing practice degree from Marquette University and become a certified nurse anesthetist.

Peters also is juggling a full-time job as a critical care technician in the Transplant ICU at Froedtert and the Medical College of Wisconsin to cover other expenses and pay off her Xavier debt. But she said the heavy financial pressure has been relieved.

“There’s no excuse not to finish college with the financial help I’ve received from MATC,” she said.

“I’m so grateful to the donors who have made this possible. It’s truly a promise made by adult Promise donors to empower many financially disenfranchised adults to live out their dreams.”

In addition to the MATC Promise, the college is establishing industry public-private partnerships to meet workforce shortage needs for high-demand fields. For nursing, the United Health Foundation awarded the MATC Foundation $2.3 million to expand the college’s capacity to graduate more nursing students. Peters is one of the students who benefited not only from the MATC Promise, but the expansion supported by United Health Foundation.

For information on how you can support the MATC Promise, contact MATC’s Vice President of College Advancement and External Communications Laura Bray at 414-297-6990 or braylm@matc.edu.

EVERYONE TALKS ABOUT THE SKILLS GAP. HERE’S YOUR CHANCE TO DO SOMETHING ABOUT IT. The MATC Foundation Inc. invites you to get involved in the MATC Promise – a public-private partnership to close the skills gap.

The MATC Promise helps build the workforce our economy needs by expanding access to career-focused education. Promise scholarships average $1,000 per year and are offered to eligible students who come directly from high school or who started but never completed a degree.

Support the MATC Promise. matc.edu/promise

GE Healthcare, Girl Scouts build on 17-year partnership with STEM initiatives a group of GE Healthcare employees spent a day cleaning and preparing a GSWISE camp property ahead of the organization’s summer programs.

Seventeen years later, a total of more than 2,300 GE Healthcare employees have participated in what’s become an annual day of service, collectively contributing 18,800 volunteer hours.

The event has expanded to annually attract about 300 volunteers, covering three camp locations: Camp Pottawatomie Hills in East Troy, Camp Silver Brook in West Bend and Camp Winding River in Neosho. The volunteers tackle projects that would otherwise be time-consuming for property staff, including staining cabins, landscaping, building picnic tables, chopping firewood and constructing tents.

“There’s such a plethora of tasks they accomplish in such a short time—many hands make light work. It makes such a positive impact on our property staff and the organization,” said Ashley Hatley Caruso, chief development and external relations officer at GSWISE. And when the partnership grew into something more than GE Healthcare employees cleaning up a cabin at a Girl Scouts camp during an annual day of service.

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just a once-a-year service day, Caruso said it was a “natural progression” that serves the missions of both organizations.

GE Healthcare in 2017 became presenting sponsor of

E Healthcare and Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Southeast

GSWISE’s “Girl Scouts in STEM” initiative, providing both

are working on a new program aimed at continuing

financial and programming support, such as the upcoming

efforts to introduce girls to careers in STEM (science,

career day, for almost 12,000 girls.

technology, engineering and math).

“What I feel is very unique with girl scouting is that we always In early 2020, the organizations are collaborating on

try to emphasize female leadership and mentors in these

a daylong event that will showcase the roles of female

experiences,” Caruso said. “I will always say ‘you can’t be

engineers, technicians and executives at GE Healthcare’s

what you can’t see’… I think it’s so important that girls not

Waukesha facility. Girl Scouts will have the opportunity to talk

only learn about this, but they can see themselves through

with those employees and participate in interactive workshops

other women sharing their stories sharing their impact.”

and design challenges, said Kelly Skindzelewski, community engagement leader, U.S. and Canada at GE Healthcare.

She said Girl Scouts at this year’s career day will have the opportunity to hear from GE’s internationally-based

“We know there’s a gender imbalance in STEM and (Girl

employees via video stream to “inspire them to think big.”

Scouts) is one of the organizations that are really helping to bridge that gap,” Skindzelewski said. “… To help them in

“Whether or not they all go into STEM fields is one thing, but

some way is really our honor and pleasure.”

really it’s about providing them with the opportunity to learn more and learn what they really like and want to do and have

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The event is part of a longstanding partnership between

had those hands-on experiences to back whatever it is they

the two organizations. They first teamed up in 2002 when

decide for their future,” she said. •

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Harley employees give back ‘next door’

BY LAUREN ANDERSON, staff writer

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long-standing partnership between Harley-Davidson and Next Door has raised more than $1 million for the Milwaukee-based early childhood education nonprofit.

For decades, Harley-Davidson has been a major supporter of the organization, raising funds through a variety of employee giving opportunities. It also has been the presenting sponsor of Next Door’s annual Walk for Children since it first launched 30 years ago.

As Next Door’s largest community event, the walk, held annually in May, aims to raise awareness and funds for its programs.

The organization is focused on closing the achievement gap by providing early childhood education in Milwaukee’s central city.

Since the start, more than 7,200 Harley-Davidson employees have participated in the walk.

company, headquartered in Milwaukee’s Near West Side

Children enjoy the Harley-Davidson

neighborhood.

Trike Track at the

“It’s a unique model for an organization to have, where employees have such buy-in to the organization and the

“It hits on our strategic investment (priorities): student

event,” said Cristina Crogan, vice president of development

success and enabling healthy and sustainable neighborhoods,

and communication for Next Door. “They feel personally

particularly on the Near West Side,” Anding said.

Walk for Children.

motivated to give and come up with creative ideas and ways to get people involved at the workplace.”

Outside of the walk, Harley-Davidson volunteers read to Next Door students through its Community Read with Me

Employees are able to raise funds for the organization

program. Research indicates the amount of access children

through fun activities, including ice cream socials,

have to books is a major predictor of their first grade reading

Harley-Davidson merchandise giveaways and penny war

achievement and long-term success in school.

competitions among departments.

Harley also funded a mobile library, which travels among the “Some team members save pennies all year long to bring to

organization’s early learning partnership organizations and

the penny wars,” said Julie Anding, vice president and chief

community events, to provide additional support for literacy.

human resources officer of Harley-Davidson and president of

Children and parents climb aboard the van and select free

the Harley-Davidson Foundation.

books to take home.

On average, employees raise about $150,000 annually for

“We join events that are about positive family engagement

Next Door. The company also participates in Next Door’s

and interaction,” Crogan said. “This allows us to both be able

walk planning committee, brings a team for the walk and

to spread awareness but also give books away to promote

offers a Trike Track activity for the children at the event.

literacy. The mobile library has really allowed us to be engaged in the community.”

“We take great pride in our support throughout the whole community, but this is a highlight for us every year when

Harley-Davidson employees also donate gifts for the

we’re able to get out and support the walk,” Anding said.

organization’s holiday gift-giving program, which provides gifts for the families it serves. In 2018, employees donated

She said investing in Next Door makes sense for the

gifts for 233 children. •

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Developing the next generation of coders curriculum gap. According to Code.org, less than half (42%) of all public high schools in Wisconsin teach computer science. And, among the state’s 1,190 computer science graduates in 2017, only 17% were female.

“Students need access to these skills because they’re not being taught in schools,” said Winnie Karanja, founder and executive director of Maydm. “… With the fact that tech is tied into every industry and it offers high wage careers, we want to make sure students are gaining access to that skill set.”

Over the summer, Rockwell Automation employees and engineering undergraduate students from MSOE guided the girls through the basics of coding, which they were able to put into practice by building their own websites.

At the culmination of the camp, students showed off their completed websites to Rockwell employees in the company’s Milwaukee headquarters.

Dave Vasko, director of advanced technology for Rockwell, said camps like Maydm’s are important in building the future workforce.

“The real gap is in the skills,” he said. “People coming into the workforce and those already in the workforce need to build their Dave Vasko,

BY LAUREN ANDERSON, staff writer

at a website built

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by Arely Ornelas, a

But after a two-week coding camp, she’s changed her mind.

director of advanced technology for Rockwell Automation, looks

The talent pipeline is at such a critical point. We (at Rockwell) are introducing some groundbreaking technologies but we need ulce Martinez didn’t initially think coding was for her.

people that have tech skills to push them forward.”

A seventh-grade student at Roger Street Academy in

Naijeli Pancheco, an eighth-grade student at Roger Street

Milwaukee, Martinez thought it seemed kind of boring.

Academy, participated in the camp for a second time this year.

student at Veritas High School.

skills. Being able to code is a foundational skill for the future …

“I decided to join again because I really liked creating my “I like it a lot more than I did when I first got into it,” she said. “I

own website because I felt like my imagination was coming

see myself doing this in the future because it’s really interesting

true,” she said.

and fun.”

She was also initially reluctant to try coding, but it soon This summer, Martinez was among a group of middle school

became a hobby.

girls to participate in a coding camp, put on by Madisonbased youth STEM nonprofit organization Maydm, supported

“I think people should give things a try before they judge

by Milwaukee-based Rockwell Automation and hosted at

things,” she said. “That’s one thing I’ve learned about coding.

the Milwaukee School of Engineering. The camp was open

I judged coding at first. You never know until you try.”

to girls from the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee, with the goal of providing them with exposure to careers

Vasko was impressed by what he saw at the showcase.

in which women, and particularly women of color, are underrepresented.

“In two weeks, they are able to do something that professional programmers have done,” he said. “With the

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Maydm, which provides girls and youth of color in grades

confidence from what they’ve been able to accomplish in two

6-12 with technology training through after-school and

weeks, what are they going to be able to do one year, two

summer programming, aims to fill in the computer science

years, five years from now?” •

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SC Johnson aims to boost literacy for Racine students

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n a Wednesday morning last April, hundreds of fourthand fifth-grade students from across the Racine area filed into the city’s Memorial Hall convention center ready

to put their reading skills to the test.

Working in teams of two to four, the students had spent months reading and building knowledge of 40 preselected book titles for quizzes during Racine Public Library’s annual Battle of the Books competition.

The program is now in its 20th year, but it’s seen significant growth in recent years thanks to a sponsorship by SC Johnson, said Darcy Mohr, who heads the library’s adult and youth services.

The Racine-based manufacturer has sponsored the program for almost 10 years by donating books, hosting competitions and throwing a year-end celebration for all participants. And this year, for the first time, the company provided busing to and from the competitions, which helped boost participation from 113 teams in 2018 to 187 teams, Mohr said.

“Their sponsorship has really ramped it up because now we’re reaching more schools, the program is becoming more visible and we’re able to do more events,” she said. “It’s just made it possible for us to reach more kids.”

To kick off the 2019 Battle of the Books program, SC Johnson donated a complete set of the selected titles to

participation in 2020 due to increased outreach.

Racine County student teams

each fourth- and fifth-grade classroom throughout the entire Racine Unified School District — private, public and charter

SC Johnson’s efforts to support local literacy programming

schools alike, a total donation of about 8,000 books.

reach beyond Battle of the Books. In 2015, the company donated more than $250,000 for the library’s new

recognized for their achievement at the Battle of the

“For nearly 10 years, SC Johnson has proudly supported

bookmobile, which transports its 1,400-book collection to

Books celebratory

the Racine Public Library’s Battle of the Books because it

neighborhoods throughout Racine six days a week. And it

event, hosted by

provides thousands of books to students and encourages a

has sponsored other literacy programs including Racine

love of reading,” said Jim Ladwig, senior director of global

Wonders, Racine Reads and English Fest.

SC Johnson.

community affairs. “Research shows that children who aren’t reading proficiently by third grade are four times more likely

“It’s vitally important to a community to have high literacy

to drop out of high school. Our hope is that literacy programs

skills and we work toward that in all the various things we

like this will build excitement about reading and help improve

do, but to get that support from a local company says to us

literacy achievement.”

that they care about this too and they recognize it as being important for a healthy community,” Mohr said. “It allows us

Battle of the Books in 2019 attracted a record-breaking

to expand what we’re already doing and helps us bring those

number of teams, but Mohr said she expects even more

efforts along a little further.” •

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Stantec employee organizes largest orchid planting in Midwest to grow in a shade house,” she said of the Saukville planting.

The two species of orchids chosen for the project have specific requirements for care, and need an extended time in a nursery setting so they can grow bigger. They will grow in the shade house for at least a couple of years before they will be planted permanently elsewhere. Curran said their forever home will be somewhere the orchids can be reintroduced or help restore the population.

Pink lady’s slippers and white lady’s slippers were chosen specifically for a few reasons. Curran noted only a handful of orchid species, including these two, can be reliably germinated. The pink lady’s slipper has wide habitat requirements, so it can be placed in a variety of places. The white lady’s slipper, meanwhile, has legal protection by the state due to its dwindling numbers, so there’s great value in planting that species, she said.

Curran expects the partnership with Riveredge will continue in the foreseeable future.

“Riveredge has been a great partner in this process, and I see Volunteers help plant more than 1,500 orchids to help address the plants’ declining population.

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them being the public, nonprofit face of this project,” she said.

Every year they will receive new seedlings from different

n May, around 25 volunteers gathered at Riveredge Nature

species to be planted at the shade house, which was

Center in Saukville and participated in the largest orchid

constructed specifically for this initiative.

planting in the Midwest.

During the event, the volunteers planted more than 1,500

Curran said she’s looking forward to planting more orchids at this initiative’s new permanent home.

orchids – pink lady’s slippers and white lady’s slippers, to be exact. The planting project was coordinated by Melissa

“It’s an incredibly long-term investment on my part, and

Curran, a botanist and project manager at Stantec’s Green

hopefully Stantec’s part as well,” she said.

Bay office. Curran has studied orchid habitat for seven years.

How the partnership between Riveredge and Stantec began is The goal of the massive planting was to preserve the plant

a bit of an unknown. Curran said her counterpart at the nature

and address its dwindling numbers. According to Stantec

center is land manager Matt Smith. Laughing, she said that

(an Edmonton, Alberta-based architecture design and

neither she nor Smith can exactly remember how they met

engineering firm), the Midwest is home to more than 50

and began planning things out. Curran said Smith seems to

species of native orchids, but populations have declined due

remember her cold-calling Riveredge, but she said that Smith

to changes in their delicate habitat.

had at one point seen her giving a presentation on the subject.

Curran said the Saukville planting was a continuation of a

Regardless, the two are a good pairing for the initiative, she said.

project she first started in Door County. Different species of orchids were planted there in 2015 and 2016.

“What I really like about Riveredge is their focus on education,” said Curran, adding that the nature preserve

“This was the first time around that we planted orchids in pots

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NONPROFIT PROFILES B U I L D I N G A DY N A M I C CO M M U N I T Y

ABCD: After Breast Cancer Diagnosis........................... 20

LUMIN Schools........................................................... 72

Acts Housing.............................................................. 22

Luther Manor.............................................................. 74

Alliance Operations Support Services.......................... 24 American Cancer Society............................................. 26

MACC Fund Midwest Athletes Against Childhood Cancer, Inc..... 76

American Heart Association........................................ 28

Make-a-Wish Wisconsin............................................. 78

Archdiocese Of Milwaukee.......................................... 30

Marcus Performing Arts Center................................... 80

Bookworm Gardens.................................................... 32

Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design........................... 82

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee..................... 34

Milwaukee Rescue Mission......................................... 84

Bryon Riesch Paralysis Foundation............................. 36

Nativity Jesuit Academy.............................................. 86

Children’s Wisconsin.................................................. 38

Next Door................................................................... 88

COA Youth & Family Centers........................................ 40

Revitalize Milwaukee.................................................. 90

College Possible Milwaukee....................................... 42 Community Advocates................................................ 44

Ronald McDonald House Charities Eastern Wisconsin.................................................. 92

Easterseals Southeast Wisconsin................................ 46

SaintA......................................................................... 94

Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin............................ 48

Seton Catholic Schools................................................ 96

Girls on the Run of Southeastern Wisconsin................ 50

SHARP Literacy, Inc..................................................... 98

GPS Education Partners.............................................. 52

Sojourner................................................................. 100

Greater Milwaukee Foundation................................... 54

St. Coletta of Wisconsin, Inc..................................... 102

Haggerty Museum of Art at Marquette University....... 56

St. Marcus School..................................................... 104

Hometown Heroes, Inc............................................... 58

The Prairie School..................................................... 106

Humane Animal Welfare Society of Waukesha County, Inc........................................ 60

The Salvation Army................................................... 108

IMPACT...................................................................... 62

United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County................................................. 110

IndependenceFirst..................................................... 64

Versiti Blood Research Institute................................ 112

International Institute of Wisconsin.......................... 66

YWCA Southeast Wisconsin...................................... 114

Kathy’s House............................................................. 68

Zachariahs Acres....................................................... 116

LISC - Local Initiatives Support Corporation................ 70

Zoological Society of Milwaukee............................... 118

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ABCD: AFTER BREAST CANCER DIAGNOSIS

M I S SI O N ABCD: After Breast Cancer Diagnosis nurtures hope and restores confidence in anyone affected by a breast cancer diagnosis by providing free, customized information and one-to-one support to patients, families and friends.

5775 North Glen Park Road #201 Glendale, WI 53209 (414) 977-1780

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WHAT WE DO Founded and grounded in Milwaukee, ABCD provides emotional support to anyone impacted by a breast cancer diagnosis.

Working as a complement to the medical team, ABCD’s signature Mentor Matching connects people seeking help with someone who has gone through a similar experience (Mentor). These highly customized matches pair people with the same diagnosis and treatment plan who also have common interests, personal traits and family dynamics. Support services are free, phone based and delivered at time of diagnosis, during treatment and into survivorship.

With increased funds, ABCD’s vision is that every woman or man affected by breast cancer knows about ABCD and has access to our free services, starting in southeastern Wisconsin and building to the national level.

WHY WE DO IT Decades of research indicate that patients and survivors who take advantage of non-clinical, emotional support like ABCD services are more likely to finish treatment, have improved “survival” rates, show a reduced risk of recurrence, and report experiencing less distress, healthier social relationships, and an improved quality of life.1

SE RVIC E A RE A ABCD serves breast cancer patients, their families and friends throughout the United States, with a focus on Wisconsin. All services are free and begin with a phone call.

WHO CONTACTS ABCD • A mother of a newborn requested a Mentor who could relate to balancing a demanding job and family as well as Stage 2 Breast Cancer.

• A Spanish-speaking woman needed help from our bilingual match specialist to create a list of questions in English to give to her surgeon before she underwent a double mastectomy.

• Parents called for advice on how to support their 42-year-old daughter diagnosed with Metastatic Breast Cancer.

• A husband wanted to be matched with a spouse who supported his wife through chemotherapy and radiation.

FUN DI NG SO U RC E S

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EXECUTIVE L E A DERSHI P

National Cancer Institute, Office of Cancer Survivorship, cancercontrol.cancer.gov/ocs and National Coalition for Cancer Survivorshipcanceradvocacy.org

Executive Director

Join ABCD at its annual community-wide fundraiser featuring live entertainment. Together, we will raise dollars to support ABCD’s unique services and increase awareness of the importance of one-to-one connections ... and have a great time doing so.

Companies also support ABCD through product sales, restaurant-based events, fashion and jewelry shows, workplace incentives such as jean’s day in the office, and various sporting events.

Let’s work together to plan a fun event or giving campaign.

Contact julie@abcdmentor.org

V OLU NTEER OPP ORT U NITI E S Mentors are the heart of ABCD services. High quality peer support takes more than good intentions; it takes preparation and training. ABCD Mentors are breast cancer survivors and co-survivors who are at least one year past diagnosis. Each Mentor has attended a 12-hour training session to learn how to provide peer support.

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John LoGiudice, MD

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Gina Rich

Ruth Kallio-Mielke (Board Secretary)

Sandra Underwood, PhD

Bethesda Lutheran Communities

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If mentoring is not of interest, we have many other volunteer opportunities.

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Help us achieve our vision through: • Corporate/Foundation grants • Corporate event sponsorship • Individual gifts • Workplace giving • In-kind giving • Planned giving • Event participation • Volunteering

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Milwaukee Catholic Home

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Retired, Foley & Lardner Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Writer/Community Volunteer UW-Milwaukee College of Nursing

Leslie Waltke, PT, DPT Aurora Cancer Center

Mary Dowell

MJ Dowell & Associates

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I called ABCD because: I needed advice on how to support my MOM during chemo.

ABCD: After Breast Cancer Diagnosis provides free emotional support to anyone impacted by breast cancer – patients, families and friends. We’ll match you with someone who shares similar life experiences, someone to talk to, someone who’s been through it.

We’re here when you need us.

414.977.1780 abcdbreastcancersupport.org | All services are free.

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ACTS HOUSING

M I S SI O N Empowerment through homeownership

2414 West Vilet Street Milwaukee, WI 53205 (414) 933-2215

actshousing.org facebook.com/actshousing @ACTSHousing

17 $3,032,517 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1995 TOTAL EMPLOYEES: ANNUAL REVENUE:

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Acts Housing provides all the services families and individuals need to become homeowners.

Acts works primarily with low to moderate income families who have been locked out of the traditional homebuying marketplace.

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Since its founding, Acts has helped more than 2,600 families transition from renters to owners and reclaim nearly 900 foreclosures in their communities. Acts’ goal is to empower families and individuals to become homeowners in a way that creates stable, secure, and vibrant neighborhoods.

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Home Rehab Volunteering: Assist a homeowner with a specific project. Possibilities include helping with: • Initial clean up and demo • Patching and painting • Landscaping and yard clean up

Acts appreciates all contributions and cannot empower our strong families without generous supporters like you.

Contributions can be made by mail or online at actshousing. org/donate.

Welcome Baskets: Collect and assemble baskets for new homeowners. A wish list of items will be provided, but include rehab and cleaning supplies, kitchen items, and first aid supplies.

n Foundation Grants.................................................. 65% n Individual Gifts..............................................................9% n Pass Through Revenue............................................. 8% n Earned Income............................................................. 7% n Corporation Contributions.......................................5% n Special Events..............................................................4% n In-Kind Revenue...........................................................2%

Acts Housing relies on many dedicated volunteers. If you are interested in volunteering please email volunteer@ actshousing.org or call (414) 727-0020.

★ DENOTES EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP

Kristen Gagliano

William R. Tisdale

Joe Schlidt (Vice President) H

Kurt Kellogg

Josh Yamat

Stephen J. Rothe (Treasurer) H

Kevin Malaney

Michael Zimmerman

Pam Evason

Anthony McHenry

Anthony Franda

Christopher Schreiber

U.S. Bank

Windermere Wealth Advisors Burke Properties

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When you shop Amazon, shop Amazon Smile (www.smile.amazon.com) and choose Acts Community Development Corporation in Milwaukee as your charity of choice!

Allison Steinhafel (President) H

Godfrey & Kahn

Executive Director

Furniture donations: Downsizing? Consider donating your gently used furniture to an Acts Homeowner looking to furnish their new home.

B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS Hammes Holdings

Michael Gosman

• February 20, 2020 | 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM | Acts Leadership Briefing • May 14, 2020 | 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM | Acts Tour of Homes • June 16, 2020 | 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM | Acts Tour of Homes • August 6, 2020 | 5:00 PM - 8:30 PM | Acts Longest Neighborhood Table Event • September 9, 2020 | 11:30 AM - 1:30 PM | Acts Tour of Homes • November 3, 2020 | 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM | Acts Leadership Briefing

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North Shore Bank

Acme Tackle Company Foley & Lardner

Metropolitan Milwaukee Fair Housing Council Commerce State Bank MGIC Investment Corporation

Milwaukee Academy of Science von Briesen & Roper s.c.

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Our Mission Empowerment through homeownership

Our Vision To create vibrant Milwaukee neighborhoods through homeownership

Buy A Home, Build a Community

2414 W Vilet Street, Milwaukee, WI 53205 (414) 933-2215 actshousing.org

ALLIANCE OPERATIONS SUPPORT SERVICES

M I S SI O N To Increase the capacity of nonprofit organizations by providing solutions and services that strengthen and streamline business operations, enabling their staff to focus on their mission-based, programmatic work.

648 North Plankinton Avenue, Suite 425 Milwaukee, WI 53203 (414) 359-1040

alliance1.org/operations-services facebook.com/ AllianceForStrongFamiliesAndCommunities @AllianceNews

80 $4,800,00 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1911 TOTAL EMPLOYEES: ANNUAL REVENUE:

SE RVIC E A RE A We provide services and resources to any nonprofit in the United States.

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As a direct response to A National Imperative report, we increased our investment in Operations Support Services to increase the administrative capacity of nonprofit organizations so they can effectively execute on their missions and focus on direct service to their communities.

In line with our commitment to help community-based organizations strengthen their impact, the Alliance provides many opportunities for leaders in the sector to convene. Our conferences provide exceptional education and networking. In addition, we provide opportunities to participate in valuesbased public policy advocacy.

*A National Imperative: Joining Forces to Strengthen Human Services in America is a report commissioned by the Alliance for Strong Families and Communities and the American Public Human Services Association (APHSA). This groundbreaking report focuses on human services community-based organizations (CBOs), their economic and social impact, and the need to strengthen and preserve their role in the human services ecosystem.

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n Dues........................................................................ 35% n Grants.....................................................................31% n Fee for service.................................................... 22% n Social Enterprise [FEI].......................................12%

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Participate in the Alliance for Strong Families and Communities advocacy opportunities through the Policy Action Center. Sign up for our e-newsletters and follow us on social media to learn about new opportunities to get involved.

Please consider making an online gift by visiting https://alliance1.org/donate. Please also consider becoming a sponsor at any of our annual events. Your support helps fund our work towards creating and maintaining a healthy and equitable society.

B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS Steven Boes

Mary H. Hollie

Debora Matthews

Alexandra Cawthorne Gaines

Donald W. Layden, Jr.

Edgar Ramirez

Richard J. Cohen, Ph.D.

Milton J. Little, Jr.

Annette Rodriguez

Daniel Dawes

Stephen C. Mack

Tracy Wareing Evans

Boystown

National Governor’s Association

Public Health Management Corporation

Susan Dreyfus

Chief Executive Officer

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Lenore Schell

Senior Vice President of Strategic Business Innovation

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Morehouse School of Medicine

Molly Greenman

Glenwood Academy Quarles & Brady

United Way of Greater Atlanta

Ron Manderschied

The Children’s Center Chicago Commons

The Children’s Shelter

American Public Human Services Association

Northwestern University Settlement House

The Family Partnership

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Focus On

Your Mission Capitalize on National Network Buying Power

Increase Efficiencies

Save Your Organization Money

Lower Cost of Operations

Sample of Our Solutions HR, Accounting, and Bookkeeping Outsourcing Learning as a Service - Access to a Robust Online Learning Community Consulting and Advisory Services • • • •

Transformational Transitions Back Office Efficiencies Risk Mitigation and Cybersecurity Organizational Effectiveness

Online Student Loan Debt Navigation Group Purchasing Translation Services

Operations Support Services alliance1.org/operations-services

AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY

M I S SI O N The American Cancer Society is a nationwide, community-based, voluntary health organization on a mission to save lives, celebrate lives, and lead the fight for a world without cancer. We are the only organization attacking cancer from every angle – comprehensively fighting it on every front. Our efforts have significantly contributed to the 27% decline in the U.S. cancer death rate since 1991, helping to save more than 2.6 million lives.

N19 W24350 Riverwood Drive Waukesha, WI 53188 1-800-947-0487

cancer.org facebook.com/AmericanCancerSocietyWI @ACS_Wisconsin

4,000 professional staff & 1.5 million volunteers, nationwide ANNUAL REVENUE: $860 million, nationwide YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1913 TOTAL EMPLOYEES:

SE RVIC E A RE A With a presence in thousands of communities nationwide, we’re fighting cancer on all fronts – and making a difference. Local staff and volunteers mobilize communities, deliver patient programs, and raise funds.

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n Support from the public.................................86% n Investments..........................................................13% n Grants and contracts from government agencies.................................................................<1% n Other gains............................................................. 1%

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The American Cancer Society is a community-based voluntary health organization dedicated to eliminating cancer as a major health problem. To achieve that goal, our wide-ranging program of work covers the entire spectrum of the cancer fight. From funding innovative cancer research, to promoting health equity and ensuring equal access to cancer education and screenings for everyone, to advocating at the state and federal levels for public policy changes, to providing cancer information and patient support 24/7/365, our comprehensive approach ensures we’re doing everything possible to stem cancer’s relentless assault and save more lives.

The American Cancer Society unites survivors, caregivers, and supporters through volunteer-led community events that raise awareness and mission-critical funds. Chances are we have an event to match your interests.

• Making Strides Against Breast Cancer: the largest network of breast cancer events nationwide that rallies communities to save lives from breast cancer.

• Relay For Life: the world’s largest peer-to-peer fundraising event to fight cancer that celebrates survivors, remembers loved ones, and inspires participants to take action.

• Raise Your Way: give your passion a purpose and turn your favorite activity into a fundraiser – however, wherever, whenever you want.

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The American Cancer Society provides support to everyone impacted by cancer – but we can’t do it alone. Volunteers are at the heart of our efforts to save lives from cancer. Here are some ways you can help: • Drive local cancer patients to treatment • Form a fundraising team • Join an event planning committee • Advocate for laws that will fight cancer

When you support the American Cancer Society, you become part of a network of people committed to ending cancer. We invite you to give to our lifesaving mission in a way that is convenient for you: • Corporate sponsorship (events or patient programs) • Customer engagement cause marketing • Individual contribution • Workplace/employee giving • Planned giving • Event participation

Sign up to join us at cancer.org/volunteer.

B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS Annette M. Adams

Jeremy DeWitt

Justin Juley

Milissa E. Rick

Carmen R. Bergom, MD, PhD

Margaret A. Fischbach H

Chris K. Kinderman (Past Chair) H

Katherine Schmees

Kohl’s Department Stores Medical College of Wisconsin

Honnie R. Bermas, MD

Fox Valley Surgical Associates

Amanda Bulgrin Laurie Bertrand Executive Director

Integrative Therapeutics Milwaukee Center for Independence

Mariah Forster Olson Gary D. Gilmore, MPH, PhD,

Twin Disc, Inc.

University of Wisconsin-La Crosse / University of Wisconsin-Extension

Kay Christian

April M. Hershman (Chair-elect) H

Linda M. DeGarmo

Douglas Hoffer

Trinity-St. Luke’s Lutheran School

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★ DENOTES EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP

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Oshkosh Corporation City of Eau Claire

HNTB Corporation

Pacific Cycle

Kyla King

Christine Kiriazes (Chair) Integrative Therapeutics

Kimberly-Clark

Jeffrey L. Schofield

Green Bay Oncology H

Associated Bank

Sandra Warner

Jennifer Ott

Associated Bank

Jennifer C. Reed Patrick Remington, MD

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You can lead your loved ones to better health.

We can help.

Kohl’s and the American Cancer Society bring you Kohl’s Healthy Families – a program to help you and your family live healthy to lower your risk of cancer.

Visit us at acskohls.org or call 1-800-227-2345 anytime to start your family’s journey to healthy living today.

American Cancer Society does not endorse any product or service. ©2019, American Cancer Society, Inc. No. 071390

AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION

M I S SI O N To be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives.

1555 North Rivercenter Drive #211 Milwaukee, WI 53212 (414) 271-9999

heart.org/milwaukee facebook.com/ahawisconsin @ahawisconsin

3,600+ $933,000,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1924 TOTAL EMPLOYEES: ANNUAL REVENUE:

SE RVIC E A RE A Our metro Milwaukee office serves the greater Southeastern Wisconsin area, including: Kenosha, Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Racine, Sheboygan, Walworth, Washington and Waukesha counties.

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As a whole, the American Heart Association is working to improve the cardiovascular health of all Americans by 20 percent while reducing deaths from cardiovascular diseases and stroke by 20 percent, before 2020 by leading breakthroughs in science & technology, changing systems and policy and transforming healthcare and communities.

Please join the American Heart Association at one of our many events throughout the year aimed at raising awareness and funds to help build a healthier community, here in Southeastern Wisconsin.

• Heart & Stroke Ball: February 15, 2020 • Wisconsin Workplace Health Symposium: March 10, 2020 • Go Red for Women Red Dress Collection: March 7, 2020 • Go Red for Women Celebration: May 6, 2020 • Hard Hats with Heart: May 14, 2020 • Greater Milwaukee Heart & Stroke Walk/5K Run: September 19, 2020 • Kids Heart Challenge: Events throughout the School Year

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• Sign up for our You’re the Cure network & advocate for grassroots change in local government • Become a social media ambassador for @AHAWisconsin • Join our Support Network if you are a survivor or caretaker • Become a member of the Go Red for Women Passion Committee and help plan awareness events centered around women’s heart health • Knit, bag and deliver tiny red hats for Little Hats Big Hearts

n Special Events...........................................................35% n Contributions.............................................................26% n Bequests........................................................................9% n Other Public Support.............................................. <1% n CPR Trainings.............................................................. 17% n Other Revenue........................................................... 13%

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Email volunteermke@heart.org for more information

B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS Joseph Haas

Florida Perry-Smith

David R. Carpenter

Alison Kriegel, PhD

Medical College of Wisconsin

Anoop Singh, M.D. (Board President) H Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin

Cindy Cooper

Nicole Lohr, M.D.

Mary Starr (Board Chair) H

Lori Craig

Erin Levzow

Pam Stater

Martin D. Flower

Holly Nannis, RN

Brett Fuller

Adrienne Pedersen

Chr. Hansen Inc.

Sixteenth Street Community Health Center

Executive Director

PNC Wealth Management United Healthcare

Milwaukee Public Schools

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Patrick Booth CCB Technology

Katie Connolly

There are many ways to support the mission of the American Heart Association. Here are a few ways that you can join us in being a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives: • Honor a loved one by starting a memorial or tribute • Make an individual contribution • Leave a lasting legacy and give through your will, trust or estate plan • Become a local corporate sponsor • Participate in one of our local events • Volunteer!

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US Bank

Medical College of Wisconsin Marcus Corporation

Premier Events, LLC

The Starr Group GE Healthcare

Community Representative WISN 12 News

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At the American Heart Association, our mission is to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and it starts right here in Milwaukee.

Together we can improve quality of life, ensure healthy environments, strengthen the economy, elevate care and change policy in Milwaukee.

At the center of it all, we have Milwaukee at heart. Š Copyright 2019 American Heart Association, Inc., a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit. All rights reserved. Unauthorized use prohibited.

ARCHDIOCESE OF MILWAUKEE

M I S SI O N To proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ through his saving death and resurrection by calling, forming and sending disciples to go and make new disciples. As a people, we are called to encounter Jesus and grow as disciples through the sacramental life of the Church.

3501 South Lake Drive PO Box 070912 Milwaukee, WI 53207 (414) 769-3300

archmil.org facebook.com/archmil

165 $28,800,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1843 TOTAL EMPLOYEES: ANNUAL REVENUE:

SE RVIC E A RE A The archdiocese covers 4,758 square miles in southeast Wisconsin and serves 543,155 registered Catholics in Dodge, Fond du Lac, Kenosha, Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Racine, Sheboygan, Walworth, Washington and Waukesha counties.

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n Parish Support......................................................... 30% n Catholic Stewardship..............................................29% n Cemetery Operations............................................. 28% n Donations and Grants............................................... 8% n Other................................................................................5%

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The mission of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee is to proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ through his saving death and resurrection by calling, forming and sending disciples to go and make new disciples. As a people, we are called to encounter Jesus and grow as disciples through the sacramental life of the Church. The three pillars of this mission are Catholic Identity, Evangelization and Stewardship.

Who we are is our Catholic Identity – an identity received from Jesus Christ, who is the source of what we do to announce the Gospel through Evangelization and how we do this is through sound Stewardship of gifts God gives us.

There are numerous fundraising events which seek to support the various missions of the Archdiocese of Milwaukee. The annual Catholic Stewardship Appeal raises money to support the various services and ministries within the 193 parishes and throughout the community. Capital Campaigns support ministries and missions such as Catholic schools, education and formation and missions. Catholic Charities supports service to the poor and those in need in the archdiocese, while Catholic Relief Services responds to needs around the globe. Visit archmil.org/giving for details.

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Our 193 parishes, 102 schools, 11 hospitals and countless Catholic organizations offer an array of opportunities for volunteerism. We want to engage everyone. Various opportunities include serving at soup kitchens and food pantries, urban and prison ministry initiatives, serving the elderly, homebound and elderly, international support and mission trips, health care service, supporting women’s health and providing free care for pregnant women, and many more.

The Catholic Church in its ministries feeds the hungry, heals the sick, teaches both young and old, visits the imprisoned, and provides solace and sustenance for thousands in our community. We need the help of our neighbors to continue this shared mission in all of our location neighborhoods and communities. The Catholic Church serves all in need, regardless of race, religion, disability, or creed. Opportunities to give are as varied as the needs in and around the greater Milwaukee area. Visit archmil.org/giving for details.

B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS Archbishop Jerome Listecki H

Bishop James Schuerman

Bishop Jeffrey Haines H

Very Reverend Curt Frederick

Archbishop of Milwaukee

Auxiliary Bishop of Milwaukee and Pastor/Rector of the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist

Christopher P. Brown H

Treasurer and Chief Financial Officer

Most Reverend Jerome Listecki

Dr. Lydia LoCoco

Director of Community Archbishop of Milwaukee Relations

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Very Reverend John Hemsing H

Rector of St. Francis de Sales Seminary

Barbara Anne Cusack H

Auxiliary Bishop of Milwaukee Moderator of the Curia

Very Reverend Jerome Herda Vicar for Clergy

Jerry Topczewski

Archbishop’s Chief of Staff

Brad Berghouse

Chief Operations Officer

Chancellor

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Serving and supporting the communities of southeastern Wisconsin for 175 years.

543,155

193

REGISTERED CATHOLICS

TOTAL NUMBER OF PARISHES IN 10 COUNTIES

11

HOSPITALS

SERVING

38,000 LUNCHES AT THE OPEN DOOR CAFE

ARCHMIL.ORG

86 25,681

ELEMENTARY SCHOOLS

ENROLLMENT

16

HIGH SCHOOLS

ENROLLMENT

7,354

5

COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES

ENROLLMENT

19,100

BOOKWORM GARDENS

M I S SI O N To enrich the mind, body, and spirit of the young and young at heart through exploration in a garden environment based on children’s literature. Bookworm Gardens does not charge an admission fee for individuals and families so as not to have any barriers to access of the experience.

1415 Campus Drive Sheboygan, WI 53081 (920) 287-7895

bookwormgardens.org facebook.com/BWGbookwormgardens @bookworm_gardens

19 $600,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2005 TOTAL EMPLOYEES: ANNUAL REVENUE:

SE RVIC E A RE A Wisconsin and the Midwest. Field trips come from the 13 surrounding counties.

G OALS • Superior botanic garden modeling expert horticultural practices • Thought-leader in both horticulture and literacy education • Exceptional programming and activities • Financial sustainability through thriving endowment fund • Maintaining admission-free operations to limit barriers to access

FUN DI NG SO U RC E S

F UN D R AI SI N G/EV ENT S Give online at bookwormgardens.org n General Donations.............................................20% n Special Events.....................................................20% n Field Trips and Summer Camps...................20% n Memberships....................................................... 10% n Corporate Partnerships................................... 10% n Annual Fundraiser............................................. 10% n Grants.......................................................................5% n Gift Shop Revenue................................................5%

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Elizabeth Wieland Executive Director

Sandy Livermore Founder

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There are many opportunities to volunteer at Bookworm Gardens, from field trips and summer camps, in the gift shop, on special event days, in the garden planting and weeding, and doing “handyman” projects. There are also large-group and corporate opportunities for a day or half-day of service.

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Engraved bricks, small ($250) or large ($500) Engraved granite books ($1000-$3500) General Endowment Fund gifts Zieve Education Endowment Fund gifts Memberships (private and corporate)

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★ DENOTES EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP

Elizabeth Wieland (Executive Director) H

Jenny LeClair Bemis

Sandy Livermore (Founder) H

Ross Leinweber

Kathie Norman (Executive Committee Member) H

Scott Luedke (Treasurer) H

Michael Beil

Gayle Meves (Secretary) H

John Donovan

Marilyn Morrissey (President) H

Bob Fenner

Carl “Gus” Reed

Sylvia Hemauer

Karen Rhyan (Vice-President) H

Kimberly Johnson

Erica Wiest

Jeanne Kobuszewski

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Bookworm Gardens is a vibrant, playful botanic garden that enhances childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s literature, the natural world, and the imagination.

5,200 students served on field trips from 13 total counties

The 3.5 acre garden offers the young and young at heart the opportunity for free, unstructured play in a beautiful and engaging environment.

info@bookwormgardens.org (920) 287.7895 1415 Campus Drive, Sheboygan, WI 53081

BOYS & GIRLS CLUBS OF GREATER MILWAUKEE

M I S SI O N The mission of Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee is to inspire and empower all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens.

1558 North 6th Street Milwaukee, WI 53212 (414) 267-8100

bgcmilwaukee.org facebook.com/bgcmilwaukee @bgcmilwaukee

635 $28,393,490 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1887 TOTAL EMPLOYEES: ANNUAL REVENUE:

SE RVIC E A RE A Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee has 45 locations, serving more than 49,000 children and teens annually.

FUN DI NG SO U RC E S

n Contributions............................................................ 50% n Grants........................................................................... 37% n Investment Distribution............................................5% n United Way.....................................................................4% n Service & Rental Fees...............................................4%

EXECUTIVE L E A DERSHI P

Kathy Thornton-Bias President & CEO

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Scott A. Wrobbel Board Chair

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For 132 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee has worked to build the community’s social and economic fabric by providing children and teens with academic support, free meals, character-building programs and access to role models. With the help of community partners, volunteers, generous donors and committed staff, we offer after-school programming to more than 5,000 children and teens daily within the safety of 45 locations. By providing a variety of programs and services, we work to meet the needs of all of our members and set them on the path to toward success.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee hosts special events throughout the year to engage the public in our mission and raise funds to support our programming. Events include but aren’t limited to our annual MVP dinner in May, Celebrating G.I.R.L.S in November, and holiday wrap party. All events have ticket and sponsorship opportunities. You can also donate directly to Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee to make sure every kid has access to a Club that provides a meal, a safe place, a mentor and a future.

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The Clubs have a role for skilled and committed volunteers.

Our needs are ongoing, and we are always looking to expand our volunteer roster. We offer one-time and recurring opportunities with projects ranging from Club beautification to literacy activities with Club youth. If you are interested in volunteering or creating a one-time opportunity with your company, please complete the Volunteer Inquiry Form on our website or contact our Director of Volunteer Engagement at (414) 267-8111.

Making a financial gift, attending a special event, volunteering and including the Clubs in estate plans are just a few of the ways individuals can help give Club members the resources they need to work toward productive futures. Your investment will create a ripple effect in the community as today’s young people become tomorrow’s leaders.

B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS

★ DENOTES EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP

Scott A Wrobbel (Chair)

Susan Ela

Renée Herzing

Richard R. Pieper, Sr.

Mara Swan

Robert L. Mikulay (1st Vice Chair)

Jack A. Enea

Charles V. James

James R. Popp

Ronald A. Troy

Blake Moret (2nd Vice Chair)

Peter Feigin

Jerome Janzer

Pastor Robert B. Pyles

Harris Turer

David Gay (Treaserer)

William Fitzhugh Fox

Jeffrey A. Joerres

David F. Radtke

Derek Tyus

David L. Bechthold (Secretary)

Alexander P. Fraser

Craig Jorgensen

Kristine A. Rappé

Gordon J. Weber

Christopher S. Abele

John W. Galanis

Tracey Joubert

Richard C. Schlesinger

Gregory M. Wesley

James T. Barry III, J.D., CCIM

Nan Gardetto

Sarah Wright Kimball

Thelma A. Sias

Arthur W. Wigchers

David A. Baumgarten

Charles B. Groeschell

Michael H. Lappin

Daniel Sinykin

James B. Wigdale

Linda Benfield

Brian Grossman

Steven L. Laughlin

Guy W. Smith

Madonna Williams

Thomas M. Bolger

Patrick Hammes

Keith R. Mardak

Judson M. Snyder

Anne Zizzo

Elizabeth Brenner

Thomas J. Hauske, Jr.

Patti Brash McKeithan

Thomas L. Spero

Diane Zore

G. Spencer Coggs

John Heimsch

Cory L. Nettles

Mary Ellen Stanek

Russell M. Darrow, Jr.

Jack Herbert

Wayne C. Oldenburg

M. Beth Straka

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Your gift makes a difference in Milwaukee.

bgcmilwaukee.org

BRYON RIESCH PARALYSIS FOUNDATION

M I S SI O N The Bryon Riesch Paralysis Foundation’s goal is to find a cure for paralysis through funding the latest in medical research and to provide assistance to those that suffer from neurological disorders.

N14 W23900 Stone Ridge Drive Waukesha, WI 53188 (262) 547-2083

brpf.org facebook.com/ BryonRieschParalysisFoundation @BRPFcure

2 $500,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2001 TOTAL EMPLOYEES:

ANNUAL REVENUES:

SE RVIC E A RE A The BRPF supports both national and local research in Wisconsin. Charitable grants and scholarships are not limited to southeastern Wisconsin residents, but they are given priority.

FUN DI NG SO U RC E S

n Corporate Contributions................................. 45% n Event Sponsorships.......................................... 35% n Individuals & Family Donations..................... 20%

EXECUTIVE L E A DERSHI P

G OALS

F U ND RAISING/EV ENT S

The Bryon Riesch Paralysis Foundation’s (BRPF) goal is to find a cure for paralysis through funding the latest in medical research. This research not only benefits those suffering from spinal cord injuries but also stroke victims, people diagnosed with Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s and other neurological disorders. Another objective is to help the millions of people that are currently suffering from paralysis. The BRPF works within the community providing charitable grants to help make life easier for people suffering from paralysis. Equally vital, the BRPF provides scholarships to individuals suffering from paralysis or families with a parent dealing with a neurological disorder.

The BRPF has multiple fundraising events every year. Our Annual Golf Outing, Dinner & Auction for Spinal Cord Injury Research is always held on the first Monday in June. Each fall, Carroll Unveristy hosts Bryon’s 5K Run/Walk/Roll to Cure Paralysis. Other events include the BRPF Team Challenge hosted

by Elite Sports Club, the BRPF Bryder Cup Challenge, “This Is How We Roll” Fashion Show, Bowling for the BRPF and Kayak 4 a Cure. We always welcome new participants and sponsors. Get involved in one of our events to be inspired, have a great time and help put an end to paralysis.

V O LUN TE E R OPP ORT U NITIES

GIV ING OPP ORT U NITIES

The BRPF is currently looking for volunteers to help with all of our events including our annual golf outing, dinner and auction, BRPF Team Challenge, Fashion Show and the run/ walk/roll. Even more vital, we need help from individuals and companies to start new events and fundraising opportunities.

This can include anything from a company sponsored event to collecting pledges while doing a marathon, bike ride or triathlon. We need all the help we can get.

The easiest way to give to the BRPF is to make a tax deductible monetary donation on our website at www.brpf.org, but it is not the only way. You could also attend or even consider being a sponsor of one of our events throughout the year. Equally important, remember to include us in your planned giving and don’t forget about matching gifts. Please contact us to discuss a giving opportunity that will fit your needs. Since 2001 the BRPF has raised over $5 million.

B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS Bryon Riesch (President) H

Lori Willkom

Tim Noonan

Don Levings (Vice President) H

Dan Knapp

Nick Loughrin

Terry Jannsen (Treasurer) H

Julie Crawford

Kristin Freiberg

Cindy Bassett (Secretary)

Lori Bruss

Carolyn Hahn

R&R Insurance Services R&R Insurance Services

R&R Wealth Management

Bryon Riesch President

Janet Curtis

Director of Development

Aurora Health Care

David Crawford

Crawford Evaluations

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H

Horizon Home Health and Hospice Standard Electric Supply Company Froedtert & Medical College of Wisconsin Symmetrix Software

Advertising Resources & Consulting The Boldt Company ProHealth Care Foundation Wisconsin Parkinson Association

Ken Riesch

R&R Insurance Services

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Help victims of paralysis get

back on their feet �e rst step is your support.

Reaching new heights to nd a cure. www.brpf.org | 262.547.2083

CHILDREN’S WISCONSIN

M I S SI O N Children’s Wisconsin is a private, independent, not-for-profit health care system dedicated solely to the health and wellbeing of children. Our vision is that the children of Wisconsin will be the healthiest in the nation, and we strive daily to fulfill that vision through nationally ranked clinical care, advocacy, research and education.

999 N. 92nd Street Milwaukee, WI 53201 (414) 266-6100

chw.org/giving facebook.com/childrenshospitalwi @childhealthwi

5,728 $27,000,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1894 TOTAL EMPLOYEES: ANNUAL REVENUE:

SE RVIC E A RE A Our locations throughout metro Milwaukee and across the state include hospitals, clinics and community settings to provide kids and their families with a wide range of care and support.

FUN DI NG SO U RC E S

n Individual/Family Funds........................................ 56% n Corporations..............................................................25% n Organizations............................................................. 14% n Foundations...................................................................5%

EXECUTIVE L E A DERSHI P

Peggy Troy

President and Chief Executive Officer

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Scott Turner

Chief Operating Officer

G OALS

F U ND RAISING/EV ENT S

In order for Wisconsin’s kids to be the healthiest in the nation, we believe that providing the best care for kids goes beyond treating them only when they are sick or injured. We have partnered with residents, community agencies, health care providers and families to make a significant impact on kids’ overall health and reach families beyond our hospital and clinic walls. Our breadth of services includes child advocacy, child and family counseling, foster care and adoption services and initiatives focused on family support and preservation through programs that reach our most vulnerable kids.

Attending a fundraising event is a fun way to support Children’s Wisconsin and meet others who share your passion for helping kids. Our calendar includes well-known annual events as well as hundreds of independent fundraisers.

There are many opportunities to fundraise for or volunteer at our annual run & walk, radiothon, luncheons, dinners, golf outings and more. We are also fortunate to have hundreds of generous organizations and individuals in the community who hold fundraising events on our behalf and welcome the opportunity to guide you through that process. For a list of upcoming events, visit chw.org/foundationevents.

V O LUN TE E R OPP ORT U NITIES

GIV ING OPP ORT U NITIES

Our dedicated volunteers help us lead the way in pediatric medicine and child-family services. We have a wide range of volunteer offerings with varying levels of time commitment involved – everything from helping in our Milwaukee and Fox Valley hospitals, to pitching in at fundraising events, caring for children through our respite program or contacting legislators about issues that impact children. Search our opportunities at chw.org/volunteer.

We rely on philanthropic support to help fund our programs and services, from research and critical care for the sickest kids, to community initiatives designed to keep kids healthy.

There are many ways to help us help kids, including individual and corporate giving, estate giving, fundraising on Facebook and event fundraising and participation. By making Children’s your cause of choice, you are impacting care for kids and families across the state. Learn more at chw.org/giving.

B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS

★ DENOTES EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP

Peggy Troy (CEO) H

David Gregg, M.D.

Ben Melson

Mark Witt (Chair) H

Eve Hall, Ph.D.

Keith Oldham, M.D.

Jim Popp (Vice Chair) H

Patrick Hammes

Tom Precia

Todd Adams

Chris Kaltenbach

Jamie Purko

Tom Arenberg

Joseph Kerschner, M.D.

Joel Quadracci

Linda Benfield

Paul Knoebel

Rolando Rodriguez

Nancy Berce

Rob Lane, M.D.

Tom Sato, M.D.

Ken Bockhorst

Mike Lovell

John Schlifske

Matt D’Attilio

Kevin Mansell

Paul Sweeney

Joe Gehrke

Linda Mellowes

Phoebe Williams

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From heart care to foster care, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re doing more for kids at every age and every phase â&#x20AC;&#x201D; and in more places than you may have imagined.

Will you help us help kids?

Visit childrenswi.org/helpkids to make a donation or to learn how you can help.

COA YOUTH & FAMILY CENTERS

M I S SI O N COA Youth & Family Centers helps Milwaukee children, teens and families reach their greatest potential through a continuum of educational, recreational and social work programs offered through its urban community centers and rural camp facility. As a multicultural agency, COA values diversity and promotes positive social interaction.

909 E. North Ave Milwaukee, WI 53212 (414) 263-8383

coa-yfc.org facebook.com/coayfc @coayfc

200 $6,915,006 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1906 TOTAL EMPLOYEES: ANNUAL REVENUE:

SE RVIC E A RE A COA serves over 10,000 children and families throughout Milwaukee

FUN DI NG SO U RC E S

n Contributions and Grants......................................34% n Program Service Fees............................................ 27% n Government Grants.................................................25% n United Way.....................................................................9% n Special Events..............................................................5%

EXECUTIVE L E A DERSHI P

Christine McLaughlin

Thomas Schneider Executive Director

Board President

G OALS

F U ND RAISING/EV ENT S

COA’s serves more than 10,000 children and families in three areas: Early Child Development, Youth Development and Community Development.

• Early Child Development programs work with children from birth-6 with two high-quality early education centers, two family resource centers and a homevisiting literacy program.

• Youth Development programs serve children ages 6- 18 at COA’s two centers, eight Milwaukee Public Schools and at COA’s Camp Helen Brachman. These programs offer academics, sports, visual and performing arts, leadership building and more.

• Community Development programs transform the Amani and Riverwest neighborhoods surrounding COA’s centers by building neighborhood assets and engaging residents.

114 years of experience and innovation makes COA Youth & Family Centers a smart investment. Charity Navigator, a national evaluator of nonprofits, has given COA its highest four-star rating for transparency and financial accountability -- putting it in the top 5 charities statewide.

V O LUN TE E R OPP ORT U NITIES

GIV ING OPP ORT U NITIES

Become a COA volunteer and join the 500 people who give back at COA! Activities range from reading books at our early education centers, to assisting with after-school programs for youth, to organizing community events and donation drives, or leadership roles such as board or committee service. To learn more about corporate groups or individual opportunities, visit coa-yfc.org/volunteer

COA offers a variety of ways to give back: • Give a one-time gift to your favorite COA program • Become a COA Community Champion by giving monthly • Consider a gift to COA’s endowment or a planned gift • Donate items such as school supplies, winter clothing, art supplies and more!

Feel great knowing that over 90% of every dollar you give goes directly to COA programs! Visit coa-yfc.org/why-give for more information.

B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS

★ DENOTES EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP

Ryan Alwood Robert Barnard (VP & Community

Nancy Farino Rodney Ferguson (Vice President

Development Chair)

Elect)

Kimberly Blackwell Amanda Boynes Lina Cicero (Resource Development

Michael Gilbert Deborah Goldin Idy Goodman (Vice President) Jon Greenberg William Heilbronner Michael Hupy Tyra Ivy Jack Jacobson

and Marketing Chair)

Karen Crivello Carmen Decot (Staff Advancement Chair)

Jason Eggert Daniel Einhorn 40

COA hosts two unique fundraising events every year with many sponsorship and volunteer opportunities: • The Hollywood Gala features a silent and live auction, gourmet dinner and a live screening of the Academy Awards • The Parents of the Year Luncheon awards two couples in the community for their service to Milwaukee children and families

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Kellen Kasper Andrew Komisar Sari Selig Kramer Marlene Lauwasser Tracy Luber (Vice President and President Elect)

Kim Lueck Max Mann Christine McLaughlin (President) Ronald Miller (Treasurer & Finance

Heather Paradis Laura Peracchio Jeffrey Schaefer (Secretary & Youth Development Chair)

Sean Scullen Meghan Slocum Charmyse Tillman Brooke Van de Kamp Darryl Whitley Mary Gute Witte (Nominating Chair)

and Budget Chair)

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it takes a community

to raise a child When Darian joined COA’s Riverwest Early Education Center (EEC) at age three in January 2019, his teacher Ms. Shawndra quickly noticed his shy nature and difficulty interacting with other children.

Ms. Shawndra reached out to Darian’s mother, Evelyn. Through regular conversations with Evelyn, she was able to explain Darian’s behavior to his mother and also provided her with tips on how to better guide him at home.

Now, Darian gets along well with other children, is much better at sharing, and has drastically improved the way he communicates with others. Both Ms. Shawndra and Evelyn are confident that Darian will continue to grow!

join our community and help kids like Darian plus

10,000 children and families

in Milwaukee reach their full potential.

Learn more at coa-yfc.org

Proudly Supports COA Youth & Family Centers

COA is the highest-rated Human Services organization in Wisconsin.

COA Youth & Family Centers serves 10,000 children and families at 12 locations throughout Milwaukee providing Early Child Development, Youth Development and Community Development — all with family at the center.

COLLEGE POSSIBLE MILWAUKEE

M I S SI O N College Possible helps Milwaukee students from low-income backgrounds earn college degrees through an intensive curriculum of coaching and support.

1515 North Rivercenter Drive, Suite 105 Milwaukee, WI 53212 (414) 220-9450

CollegePossible.org/Milwaukee facebook.com/CollegePossible @CollPossibleMKE

15 $2,670,505 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2008 TOTAL EMPLOYEES: ANNUAL REVENUE:

SE RVIC E A RE A College Possible Milwaukee serves nearly 800 high school students through partnerships with 15 Milwaukee high schools and 1,300+ college students at institutions across Wisconsin and the United States.

FUN DI NG SO U RC E S

G OALS

F U ND RAISING/EV ENT S

A college degree is the surest pathway out of poverty, yet only 12% of students from low-income backgrounds finish in six years compared to 58% of their upper-income peers. Our students are often the first in their families to go to college and need assistance navigating the often complex college systems. Last year, 94% of College Possible students earned admission to college. Our students graduate from college at 52%—close to the same rate as their upper-income peers.

College Possible helps students change the trajectory of their lives, the lives of their families and our community.

Our signature fundraising event, the Dream Big Dinner, celebrates our college graduates along with donors, AmeriCorps “coaches” who work with our students and community partners. This inspiring spring event highlights the big dreams and accomplishments of our amazing students and the community members who help make our work possible. Save the date to join us on April 30 at the UWM Ballroom!

V O LUN TE E R OPP ORT U NITIES

GIV ING OPP ORT U NITIES

• Career Panels: Serve on a panel of 3-4 working professionals. Share your story about selecting/ attending college and your career path and answer student questions.

• Launch: This annual May event recognizes and celebrates our high school students. Volunteers help with ushering, check-in and distributing pizza.

• Identify AmeriCorps Candidates: Encourage recent college graduates to serve as “coaches” to our students.

n Corporations..............................................................25% n Foundations................................................................22% n Government............................................................... 20% n AmeriCorps................................................................. 19% n Individuals................................................................... 14%

EXECUTIVE L E A DERSHI P

B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS Dave Kundert

Mayra Alaniz

Matt Kurlinski

David Gay

Laura Malugade

Christine Holloway

Susan Mikulay

Louis Johnson

Lindy Yeager

City of Milwaukee Grants Administration EY

Executive Director

Dick Seesel Board Chair

★ DENOTES EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP

Dick Seesel (Board Chair) H Retailing in Focus, LLC

Edie Turnbull

• Consider a donation to our students: • $100: Supports one graduating high school senior in our Summer Bridge workshop to help ensure they enroll in college the following fall.

• $500: Supports training for one AmeriCorps “coach” throughout the year.

• Dream Big Dinner: Become a sponsor/table captain; opportunities start at $1,200.

• Remember College Possible in your will or estate plan.

CDW

SysLogic

Retired, JP Morgan Littler Mendelson P.C. Husch Blackwell LLP St. Croix Productions Community Volunteer

Sangeeta Khanna Community Volunteer

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JOSH Current college student, future computer engineer.

Riverside University High School ’12 University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee ’19

COLLEGE MEANS CAREER

Helping Milwaukee’s future workforce get to and through college.

Make College Possible for more students like Josh at

CollegePossible.org/give College Possible Milwaukee 1515 N. Rivercenter Drive, Suite 105, Milwaukee, Wisconsin, 53212 414-220-9450 CollegePossible.org/Milwaukee © 2018 College Possible. All rights reserved.

COMMUNITY ADVOCATES

M I S SI O N Community Advocates’ mission is to provide individuals and families with advocacy and services that meet their basic needs so they may live in dignity.

728 North James Lovell Street Milwaukee, WI 53233 (414) 449-4777

communityadvocates.net facebook.com/CommunityAdvocatesMilwaukee @Comm_Advocates

139 $12,000,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1976 TOTAL EMPLOYEES: ANNUAL REVENUE:

SE RVIC E A RE A We help individuals and families who are lowincome access safe, stable housing; energy assistance; disability and mental health supports; substance use disorder treatment; and domestic violence services.

FUN DI NG SO U RC E S

n State of Wisconsin.................................................. 38% n Milwaukee County....................................................25% n Federal Agencies...................................................... 12% n Grants/Donations........................................................9% n City of Milwaukee........................................................ 7% n Other................................................................................6% n Contracts.......................................................................3%

EXECUTIVE L E A DERSHI P

G OALS

F U ND RAISING/EV ENT S

Community Advocates offers a continuum of services to ensure families and individuals can meet their basic needs. The Basic Needs Division provides housing, energy assistance, and disability benefits services. The Milwaukee Women’s Center Division provides emergency and domestic violence shelter and support services, batterers’ intervention program, addiction treatment, and employment attire for individuals entering the workforce. The Behavioral Health Services Division offers outreach, Safe Haven, and permanent supportive housing for individuals with disabilities experiencing homelessness. Our Public Policy Institute works toward preventing and reducing poverty while improving the quality of life for individuals and families in Milwaukee and throughout Wisconsin.

We host a number of events throughout the year to benefit all of our programs and services. In the past, we have hosted large galas as well as intimate gatherings. Our Public Policy Institute also hosts trainings and workshops throughout the year. Please visit communityadvocates.net and click on the News and Events tab to view our event calendar. If you would like to organize an in-kind donation drive (towels, twin size sheets, blankets, socks, school supplies) or a third party event to benefit those in our care, please contact Kris Uhen, Development Director, at kuhen@communityadvocates.net or (414) 405-6054.

V O LUN TE E R OPP ORT U NITIES

GIV ING OPP ORT U NITIES

Join our amazing Volunteer Corps today! Community Advocates offers numerous volunteer opportunities for individuals, small groups, and large groups. Volunteer activities include: staffing our 24-hour domestic violence hotline; preparing and serving a meal for residents; organizing our clothing bank; clerical work; and general building maintenance. Please contact Jeri Kavanaugh at (414) 270-2984 to learn more!

Become a Hero! Your donations will help us save and change lives! Giving is easy.

• You can make a donation online by visiting our website.

• You can contribute on a monthly basis.

• You can designate Community Advocates as a beneficiary of your will/estate.

B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS Valerie Gabriel

Sharon Jordan

Jodi Wire (Vice President) H

Dr. Stephen Hargarten

Pamela Klein

Bryan House (Secretary) H

Erin Henry

Jim Liedtke

Betsy Hoylman

Kate Venne

We Energies

Sandra Samse (Treasurer) CEO

Board President

Johnson Keland Management

Northwestern Mutual H

Northwestern Mutual

Marquette Baylor

Gary Ingram

Anne DeLeo

Moriah Iverson

Aurora Health Care

Community Volunteer

44

Community Volunteer Medical College of Wisconsin

Foley & Lardner LLP

Sheree Dallas Branch

★ DENOTES EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP

Sheree Dallas Branch (President) H The Salvation Army

Andi Elliott

To learn more about investing in our consumers and services and/or to join our mailing list, please contact Kris Uhen, Development Director, at (414) 405-6054. Thank you!

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Direct Supply

Fresh Coast Partners LLC Consumer Representative Brady Corporation

Igary Events

Medical College of Wisconsin

A S U PPL EM EN T O F BI Z TI M ES M I LWA U KEE

2018 Social Impact Summary

Community & Neighborhood Partnerships, Causes and Events

Volunteer Impact

As a dedicated team that cares, our Direct Supply Community Involvement Team harnesses the energy of our company and our Champion Partners to provide service involvement and leadership opportunities to benefit our community.

Health • Elder Emphasis initiative (serving local senior communities and elder community organizations)

49% of our Champion Partners 2,003 volunteers volunteered (+20%) in 2018!

10,420 hours

1,625 volunteers

321 events

• Youth-in-need health and hunger initiatives

2018 2015

• “Direct Supply Partner-Passionate” health organizations and issues • Health-focused programs and organizations that benefit Direct Supply Partners, their families and our community Education • Future Leaders initiative (serving STEM initiatives and area youth-in-need) • “Direct Supply Partner-Passionate” educational organizations and issues

38%

32%

Community & Neighborhood

Health

• Education-focused programs and organizations that benefit Direct Supply Partners, their families and our community Community & Neighborhood • Community Caring initiative

Education

30%

• Neighborhood support (includes non-education-related support for youth-in-need) • “Direct Supply Partner-Passionate” community support of charitable organizations and community issues

For more information, please contact

CommunityInvolvement@directs.com or visit DirectSupply.com/About/Community-Involvement © 2019 Direct Supply, Inc. All rights reserved.

EASTERSEALS SOUTHEAST WISCONSIN

M I S SI O N Easterseals Southeast Wisconsin is changing the way the world defines and views disabilities by making profound, positive differences in people’s lives every day.

2222 South 114th Street West Allis, WI 53227 (414) 449-4444

eastersealswise.com facebook.com/eastersealswise @eastersealssewi

127 $11,596,877 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1934 TOTAL EMPLOYEES: ANNUAL REVENUE:

SE RVIC E A RE A Milwaukee, Waukesha, Ozaukee, Kenosha and Racine Counties

FUN DI NG SO U RC E S

G OALS

F U ND RAISING/EV ENT S

Easterseals continually strives to develop innovative and creative programs to meet the unique challenges of individuals with disabilities and their families in the local communities we serve. As an organization, we continue to look for opportunities for strategic growth by expanding existing services or adding new services lines to meet community-identified gaps. Our long standing history in the community, ability to leverage resources and relationships with Easterseals headquarters, and experience providing services across the lifespan, demonstrate the capacity of Easterseals Southeast Wisconsin to provide both prevention and intervention services throughout Southeast Wisconsin.

Annual fundraising events offer opportunities for individuals and corporations to connect with the Easterseals mission:

V O LUN TE E R OPP ORT U NITIES Our dedicated volunteers play an essential role in positively impacting the lives of those we serve. We have a variety of opportunities to fit your availability and interest – enjoy social time with our Adult Day participants, help sort clothes in our Earn As You Learn Store, service day, or volunteer at one of our annual events.

n Program Fees........................................................... 55% n Government Contracts...........................................32% n Donations.......................................................................9% n Commercial Sales.......................................................4%

EXECUTIVE L E A DERSHI P

Chairman of the Board

Sandra Siira

Tom Kelly (Vice-Chair) H

Bill Hughes

Jeff Squire

John Bosbous (Treasurer) H

Jon Neikirk

Nafessa Burdine

Jim McMullen (Secretary)

Reginald Newson

Peter Jelacic

Tari Emerson

Daniel O’Callaghan

Michael Hargarten

Tom Gagliano

Kim Preston

PNC Bank

Charter Steel

Morgan Stanley

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Arthur Harrington Godfrey & Kahn, S.C. Patina Solutions

Retired, Caterpillar

President and CEO

Easterseals knows the personal impact your gifts make is of great importance to you. Whether it is a financial gift, or a gift of your time, there are many ways to make a difference.

We accept gifts of cash or appreciated securities, in-kind gifts, and gifts through your United Way Giving Campaign.

Corporate and business partners can sponsor events or programs and consider partnering with us in cause marketing efforts. We also are honored by being named as a beneficiary to our donor’s bequests and planned gifts. We always welcome individual and group volunteers who want to assist our clients.

Brett Engelking (Chair) H

Kelmann Restoration

Brett Engelking

GIV ING OPP ORT U NITIES

B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS Citizens Bank

Peter X. Engel

Annual Gala – November 2020 – an inspiring and heartwarming event offering an evening of fine dining, entertainment and live and silent auctions benefiting individuals with disabilities that we serve in Southeast Wisconsin.

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H

Froedtert Health Ascension Wisconsin

Harley-Davidson Motor Co.

Alverno College ProHealth Care Manpower Group SVA Financial

Retired, Northwestern Mutual

First Business Bank

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Easterseals Southeast Wisconsin is changing the way the world defines and views disabilities by making profound, positive differences in people's lives every day.

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of children are on track developmentally

RACINE

FOR ADULTS ADULT RECREATION | ADULT DAY SERVICES GUARDIANSHIP | CARE MANAGEMENT 1,362 ADULTS SERVED IN 2018

KENOSHA

92% of adult recreation participants reported having access to meaningful community activities

100%

of adult day participants report having opportunities to participate in healthy and meaningful activities in the community

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Part-time employment for those who found jobs in 2018 will generate $1.8 million in annual wages.

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FEEDING AMERICA EASTERN WISCONSIN

M I S SI O N To Solve Hunger

1700 West Fond du Lac Avenue Milwaukee, WI 53205 (414) 931-7400

FeedingAmericaWI.org facebook.com/ FeedingAmericaEasternWisconsin @FeedingAmericaWI

61 $52,601,723 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1982 TOTAL EMPLOYEES: ANNUAL REVENUE:

SE RVIC E A RE A Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin works with a network of more than 600 hunger-relief programs to distribute 25.4 million pounds of food to 400,000 people across 36 counties in eastern Wisconsin.

FUN DI NG SO U RC E S

G OALS

V OLU NTEER OPP ORT U NITI E S

Driven by our mission to solve hunger and our vision of a hunger-free Wisconsin, Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin is finding innovative solutions to address the root cause of hunger and ensuring everyone has access to healthy and nutritious food. Food insecurity has a huge impact on the overall health of the individual. We don’t want to just provide food, we want to provide fresh, healthy food that makes members of our communities healthier and stronger.

With the help of volunteers, we distribute food to nearly 400,000 people each year. Last year, volunteers donated more than 64,753 hours at our two Wisconsin food banks to ensure food is sorted, checked for quality and distributed to our members in a timely manner.

We also offer the opportunity to volunteer at one of our many fundraising events. Individuals, groups and return volunteers are welcome.

Learn more at FeedingAmericaWI.org/Volunteer.

n Donated Food....................................................... 82.6% n Contributions & Grants...................................... 12.3% n Shared Maintenance.............................................. 2.1% n Other............................................................................ 1.7% n Federal Commodities and Related Funding.. 1.6%

EXECUTIVE L E A DERSHI P

F UN D R AI SI NG/EV ENT S

GIV ING OPP ORT U NITIES

Whether you’re a foodie, a runner, a beer drinker, a music fan, an art lover or just looking to meet people while supporting a good cause, Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin and our partners host many unique fundraising events for you to help solve hunger while having a great time.

Give funds. Give food. Give time. We accept monetary donations, food donations, event sponsorships, in-kind services and goods. You can also add Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin as a beneficiary in your estate plan or will to give for generations to come.

Learn more at FeedingAmericaWI.org/Events.

Learn more at FeedingAmericaWI.org/Ways-to-Give.

B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS Andy Schlesinger (Chairman) H

Mark C. Behrens

Dr. David Nelson

John Rusiniak

Michael M. Fordney (Vice Chairman) H

Donald G. Bent

Alan Petelinsek

Mike Sprang

Sally Piefer (Secretary) H

Arvind Gopalratnam

Joan Phillips

Len Stecklein

Andrew A. Jones

Christopher Piotrowski

Denise M. Thomas

Patti Habeck (President) H

Scott Kolsky

Thomas Putzer

Azad J. Virani

Ralph Beck

Cindy Moon-Mogush

Tammy Roou

Andrew Automotive Group Retired, BMO Harris Bank Lindner & Marsack, S.C.

Barclay Ferguson (Treasurer) Patti Habeck

President and CEO

H

Medical College of Wisconsin

UnitedHealthcare

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Johnson Financial Group Oshkosh Defense

Milwaukee Bucks Foundation

Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin

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Hansen Reynolds LLC Kohl’s

Bethesda Lutheran Communities

Medical College of Wisconsin Power Test, Inc. Deloitte

Associated Bank

SC Johnson & Son, Inc.

Lakeside Foods

Valley Bakers Cooperative Association Retired, Community Volunteer The Effective Communication Coach U.S. Bank

Northwestern Mutual

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www.powertestdyno.com

We Make It Better

GIRLS ON THE RUN OF SOUTHEASTERN WISCONSIN

M I S SI O N Girls on the Run of Southeastern Wisconsin inspires girls to be joyful, healthy, and confident using a fun, experiencebased curriculum which creatively integrates running. Girls on the Run is a physical activity-based positive youth development (PYD) program that is designed to enhance girls’ social, psychological, and physical skills and behaviors to successfully navigate life experiences.

5775 North Glen Park Road, Suite 203 Glendale, WI 53209 (414) 367-8171

girlsontherunsoutheasternwi.org facebook.com/GOTRsewi @GOTRsewi

7 $510,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2007 TOTAL EMPLOYEES: ANNUAL REVENUE:

SE RVIC E A RE A Girls on the Run of Southeastern Wisconsin serves Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Washington, Waukesha, Racine, and Walworth counties.

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n Program...................................................................... 44% n Events...........................................................................26% n Corp/Foundations/In-Kind.................................... 24% n Individual........................................................................6%

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The curriculum is based on current research in the field of elementary education, social-emotional learning, and positive youth development. Over 10-weeks, lessons focus on life skills. To show girls that they have the power and potential to make a difference, each team creates and executes a local community service project. Running is used to inspire and motivate girls, encourage lifelong health, and build confidence through accomplishment. At each season’s conclusion, the girls and their running buddies complete a 5K event which gives them a tangible sense of achievement as well as a framework for setting and achieving life goals.

Join us for a fun evening at our Sneaker Soiree which will be held on Feb. 21, 2020. We welcome your help to be a part of the GOTR story here in Southeastern Wisconsin as we empower our young girls to be strong women. We also host two celebratory 5K events each year. The 5K’s are open to all and you will not be disappointed, smiles all around! Our Fall 5K is Sunday, November 24 at Miller Park and our Spring 5K is in May. Sign up to run/walk, volunteer, or join us as an expo attendee.

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GOTRSEWI has many PEOPLE POWER opportunities including: • Coaches/Assistant & Coaches/Junior Coaches: Meet for 10 weeks, twice per week in the Fall or Spring. You don’t have to be a runner and we’ll train you on the curriculum.

• 5K Event Volunteers: individuals, groups, and families all encouraged to join us to help cheer on our GOTR girls and their running buddies as they strive to reach that finish line.

• Community Ambassadors and Board Members

The generosity of donors ensures that more girls can experience this life-changing program. We are committed to offering this program to all girls and to provide any girl who needs them, a free pair of running shoes. Over 50% (1,000 girls) of our young girls are in financial need. Giving options include individual contributions, in-kind gifts, annual appeal, event sponsorship and workplace giving campaigns.

Corporate and foundation support through grants and sponsorships is greatly appreciated.

B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS Samantha Noggle (Chair) H

Kate Bechen

David Garcia

Whitney Stearns

Betsy Radue (Vice Chair) H

Michelle Counsell

Maggie Joos

Whitney Sweet

Nicole Cerda (Treasurer) H

Nicole Deschler

Scott Krizek

Anne Krug (Secretary)

Amy Fallucca

Hon. Mary Kuhnmuench

Loriana Armstrong

Tenia Fisher

Alicia Lantz

Amanda Beggs

Laurie Elliott

Lucia Munoz

Hammes

Kohler Company EY

Tina Jones

Executive Director

Samantha Noggle Board Chair

Community Ambassador Rekluta Group

Foley & Lardner

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Husch Blackwell, LLP Community Ambassador UPS

Bravent

Greater Holy Family Temple Academy FOX Sports Wisconsin

La Causa

The Real Good Life

Community Ambassador RW Baird

Lindberg & Ripple Milw. Cty Circuit Judge (ret.)

Northwestern Mutual Futura Language Profess./The Laughing Taco

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Power Her Potential

Alone We Are

STRON G. United We

T H RI VE.

Learn more about us at girlsontherunsoutheasternwi.org

GPS EDUCATION PARTNERS

M I S SI O N GPS Education Partners is an innovative work-based learning model that prepares students to succeed in technical careers, promotes business viability, and strengthens communities.

Many students struggle to find the connection between their education and attainable career. Traditional models that separate education from work experience, underserve many students who’d prosper from a technical career, especially among disadvantaged populations. When businesses, communities, and educators unite to better prepare students, the future is brighter for all of us.

20633 Watertown Court, Suite 202 Waukesha, WI 53186 (262) 226-2001

GPSEd.org facebook.com/gpsedpartners @GPSEdPartners linkedin.com/company/gps-education-partners

36 $3,400,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2000 TOTAL EMPLOYEES: ANNUAL REVENUE:

SE RVIC E A RE A GPSEd prepares students for technical careers through powerful, credentialed, work-based learning solutions all across Wisconsin and is launching new pilot programs this year in Ohio, Illinois, and Minnesota.

G OALS

F U ND RAISING/EV ENT S

Across the nation, we are experiencing a massive and increasing need for skilled workers. American businesses are positioning themselves for growth. Meanwhile, in many fields our current workforce is aging, and tomorrow’s workforce is not finding their way to technical careers. Students have limited exposure to technical training, and so few are choosing these valuable careers.

Our fundraising is core to our ability to serve more students in more communities. As we scale our programs throughout the Midwest, we will continue to add campaigns and events to ensure our success. We welcome new collaborations with individuals, corporations, and foundations on other events that could help increase our donor partnerships.

By 2025, as a result of our workplace learning methodology, our goal is to have 10,000 students across the United States become employed in technical careers.

FUN DI NG SO U RC E S

V O LUN TE E R OPP ORT U NITIES • Classroom Presentations - Share your story, occupation or expertise to increase exposure and understanding among students seeking a technical career • Become a Board Member or Advisor - Share your expertise and knowledge of business and community to help GPSEd advance our mission.

• Donate administrative time/support in GPSEd Offices.

• Volunteer at fundraising events - Share your time and passion to help plan or execute a GPSEd fundraising event

n Education centers revenue, donations &

grants.......................................................................... 54%

n New engagements revenue, donations &

grants...........................................................................29%

Contact gpsed.org/contactus to learn about more volunteer opportunities.

n Other Donations & Grants..................................... 16%

EXECUTIVE L E A DERSHI P

Dawn Tabat (Founding Director) H

Tonya Adair

Nate Jackson, Jr.

Shannon Gilbertson (Chair) H

Bryan Albrecht

Rhonda Matschke

Deb Seeger (Vice-Chair) H

Jeff Clark

Karen Wilken

Robert Driscoll

William Treffert (Emeritus)

United Way of Southeastern Michigan Gateway Technical College

Patina Solutions

Thomas Kammerait (Secretary)

President & CEO

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Board Chair

GPS Education Partners graciously accepts various one-time or recurring donations of both monetary as well as in-kind values. Making a financial donation by including GPSEd in estate planning, endowments, attending fundraising events, grant invitation, or making a contribution of time, services or goods are just a few ways individuals, corporations or foundations can help make a difference in a student’s life.

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Accenture

Shannon Gilbertson

GIV ING OPP ORT U NITIES

B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS Retired, Generac Power Systems

Stephanie Borowski

We will be actively participating in these events this year: • United Way (Donors Choice) Campaigns • Giving Tuesday Campaign - December 3rd, 2019 • Accenture Annual Golf Outing - August to October timeframe • Year-end Campaigns (Q4) & Close the Gap Campaign (May) • AmazonSmiles - Choose GPS Education Partners at smile.amazon.com

von Briesen & Ropar, S.C.

Don Kossow (Treasurer) H CliftonLarsonAllen, LLC

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Waukesha Metal Products H

Reinhardt Boerner van Deuren, S.C.

Carrington & Carrington, LTD Generac Power Systems The Kern Family Foundation Retired, Generac Power Systems

Clair Huschen Hays Companies

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INSPIRING A NEW WAY TO LEARN GPS Education Partners has been a workforce intermediary dedicated to partnering educators and students with businesses that believe in the transformation of our youth for almost 2 decades.

With almost one thousand graduates prepared to start a technical career right after high school, we are on a mission to scale work-based learning through more schools and more businesses so every child has a chance to succeed.

By donating your resources and/or time, you have the opportunity to help even more students achieve a more meaningful life, especially among disadvantaged populations.

Visit gpsed.org/donate or call 262/226-2001 to give today!

GREATER MILWAUKEE FOUNDATION

M I S SI O N To inspire philanthropy, serve donors, and strengthen communities now and for future generations.

101 West Pleasant Street, Suite 210 Milwaukee, WI 53212 (414) 272-5805

greatermilwaukeefoundation.org facebook.com/GreaterMilwaukeeFoundation @GrMKEFdn

58 $47,138,267* *Reflects contributions only YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1915 TOTAL EMPLOYEES: ANNUAL REVENUE:

SE RVIC E A RE A The Greater Milwaukee Foundation serves donors and nonprofits throughout Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Washington and Waukesha counties, and beyond.

FUN DI NG SO U RC E S

n Donor advised funds............................................... 81% n Designated funds...................................................... 11% n Agency endowment funds.......................................5% n Unrestricted funds.....................................................2% n Scholarship funds....................................................... 1% *Reflects contributions only

EXECUTIVE L E A DERSHI P

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For more than a century, the Greater Milwaukee Foundation has inspired philanthropy by connecting generous people to community needs that align with their interests. The Foundation believes that generosity unlocks an individual’s potential and strengthens the community for everyone who lives here. Together with our donors and partners, we are building a vibrant, economically thriving region that features welcoming and inclusive communities while providing opportunity, prosperity and a high quality of life for all.

Individuals and families, as well as corporations and foundations, can give to a number of established funds at the Greater Milwaukee Foundation. For example, contributing to our Early Childhood Education Fund helps ensure that every child in Milwaukee has the very best start in life. Giving to our Impact Investing Fund supports businesses and projects in disinvested communities, achieves a social return, and ultimately creates a financial return that will be reinvested in the community over time. Visit greatermilwaukeefoundation. org/donors/give-online/ to explore options for online giving.

V O LUN TE E R OPP ORT U NITIES

GIV ING OPP ORT U NITIES

The Greater Milwaukee Foundation welcomes new opportunities to partner across all sectors in our caring community to enhance the region’s quality of life. Milwaukee Succeeds, the communitywide education partnership launched and supported by the Foundation, also welcomes your time, treasure and talent. Visit milwaukeesucceeds.org/connect/get-involved for opportunities. Additionally, participating in our On the Table MKE initiative gives you and fellow community members an opportunity to connect meaningfully around the most pressing issues facing our region.

The Greater Milwaukee Foundation specializes in personalized service for individual philanthropists, families and organizations to support their interests and their community in every way imaginable. Options include donor advised funds, planned giving, nonprofit endowments, scholarship funds, designated funds, field of interest funds and more. Our permanent endowments are designed to benefit the region forever, ensuring a lasting legacy and enduring impact.

B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS David J. Kundert (Board Chair) H

Thomas W. Florsheim, Jr.

Cory L. Nettles

Jacqueline Herd-Barber (Vice Chair)

Cecelia Gore

Greg Oberland

Wendy Reed Bosworth

Paul J. Jones

Marie L. O’Brien

Pedro Colón

Dale Kent

Mary Ellen Stanek

David J. Drury

Gregory S. Marcus

Derek L. Tyus

Susan Ela

Darryl D. Morin

Gregory M. Wesley

Retired, JPMorganFleming Asset Management Community Volunteer

Retired, Foley & Lardner

Ellen M. Gilligan President & CEO

David J. Kundert Board Chair

Milwaukee County Circuit Court WING Capital

Retired, Aurora Health Care

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Weyco Group, Inc.

Brewers Community Foundation Harley-Davidson, Inc. Retired, West Bend Mutual Insurance Company The Marcus Corporation Advanced Wireless, Inc.

Generation Growth Capital, Inc. Retired, Northwestern Mutual Enterforce

Baird Advisors

West Bend Mutual Insurance Company Medical College of Wisconsin

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YOUR LEGACY

is a reďŹ&#x201A;ection of your personal values and generosity The Greater Milwaukee Foundation can help your philanthropy reach its fullest potential.

greatermilwaukeefoundation.org | 414.272.5805 | info@greatermilwaukeefoundation.org

HAGGERTY MUSEUM OF ART AT MARQUET TE UNIVERSITY

M I S SI O N The Haggerty Museum of Art advances Marquette University’s mission by enriching the intellectual and creative lives of students and communities at large through engagement with the museum’s collections, exhibitions, and programs.

1234 West Tory Hill Street Milwaukee, WI 53233 (414) 288-1669

marquette.edu/haggerty facebook.com/HaggertyMuseum @HaggertyMuseum

11 $1,296,483 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1984 TOTAL EMPLOYEES: ANNUAL REVENUE:

SE RVIC E A RE A Southeast Wisconsin

G OALS

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Using the arts to galvanize the intellectual resources of Marquette University, the Haggerty Museum of Art will inform, strengthen, and transform our communities.

Join us for the second Biennial Haggerty Awards Dinner!

Wednesday, June 17, 2020 Woman’s Club of Wisconsin 813 East Kilbourn Avenue 6 PM Cocktail Reception | 7 PM Dinner and Awards Ceremony Sculpture Milwaukee, Kairos Award Betty Arndt, Apple Award

FUN DI NG SO U RC E S

We are honored to dedicate this evening to Sculpture Milwaukee and Betty Arndt for their exemplary arts achievements and we hope you can attend to support their outstanding accomplishments. For questions or more information, please contact the Haggerty at (414) 288-7290 or at haggertym@marquette.edu.

V O LUN TE E R OPP ORT U NITIES n Endowment Spendable Income......................... 40% n Contributions............................................................. 24% n University Support................................................... 24% n Grant Revenue..............................................................6%

The Friends of the Haggerty Museum of Art is an unincorporated membership group that raises critically important funds for the Haggerty’s exhibitions and programs.

The board of the Friends of the Haggerty is comprised of community members interested in supporting the Museum’s vision and mission through three-year terms of service.

n Operational/Other................................................5% n Interest Income..................................................... 1%

EXECUTIVE L E A DERSHI P

Ms. Susan Longhenry Director and Chief Curator

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GIV ING OPP ORT U NITIES • Membership • Planned Giving • Gifts of Art More online at: marquette.edu/haggerty/support.php

B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS

★ DENOTES EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP

Robert Tatterson (President) H

Lisa Dietz

Carrie Matteson

Ann Keiper (Vice-President) H

Judy Doerr

Donte McFadden

Frederick Syrjanen (Treasurer) H

Donna Farrell

Casey O’Brien

Maggie Beckley

Michelle Glynn

Lindsay Ruch

Claire Boles

Linda Haag

Jan Wade

Michaela Brown

James Hall

Janice Welburn

Tina Daniell

Mary Hill

Julie DeLeeuw

Kris Jenson

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The Haggerty Museum of Art stands at the intersection of creativity, intellect, and social justice.

OPEN DAILY | FREE TO ALL (414) 288-1669 | 1234 W Tory Hill St. Milwaukee, WI 53233 | marquette.edu/haggerty

HOMETOWN HEROES, INC.

M I S SI O N Hometown Heroes is a non-profit organization that provides support and healing to children and families facing trauma.

Through leadership development and the creation of service opportunities, we train and inspire the next generation of leaders. Our efforts greatly benefit the community while instilling the value and joy of giving in volunteers of all ages.

1000 Badger Circle Grafton, WI 53024 (262) 546-0421

hometownheroes.org facebook.com/camphometownheroes @camphometown

4 $830,770 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2008 TOTAL EMPLOYEES: ANNUAL REVENUE:

SE RVIC E A RE A Hometown Heroes’ signature programs include Camp Hometown Heroes for children of fallen U.S. service members and Camp Reunite, a groundbreaking program that reunites children with an incarcerated parent.

FUN DI NG SO U RC E S

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F U ND RAISING/EV ENT S

Hometown Heroes, Inc. works to make a profound impact on the lives of children facing trauma. Some of our signature programs include:

Grand Slam Charity Jam is held each spring. This fun gala includes auctions, dinner, concert performance, afterparty and more.

Camp Hometown Heroes is a free national week-long summer camp for 200 children of fallen U.S. service members. This unique program provides the children opportunities for healing, hope, friendship and resiliency.

Culver’s 10 Percent of Giving Day: Each summer, Culver’s franchise owners in Southeastern Wisconsin select a day to contribute 10 percent of their sales.

An estimated 5 million U.S. children have an incarcerated parent and many experience significant trauma as a result.

Camp Reunite helps these children by addressing the trauma, anxiety, stress and shame they often feel related to their parent’s incarceration.

V O LUN TE E R OPP ORT U NITIES • The Grand Slam Charity Jam event has a planning committee that meets monthly to organize and implement the entire event.

• Camp Hometown Heroes and Camp Reunite utilize volunteers in a variety of capacities.

• Turning Rivers, the camp facility that we utilize for our programs, welcomes over 500 volunteers each year to help clean, renovate and operate the facility.

n Individual Giving........................................................33% n Program Earned Income.......................................32% n Foundations................................................................. 17% n Corporate Giving....................................................... 10% n Events............................................................................. 8%

EXECUTIVE L E A DERSHI P

GIV ING OPP ORT U NITIES Hometown Heroes, Inc. relies on the generosity of hundreds of generous contributors to make our life changing programs and services possible. Contributions are accepted at hometownheroes.org. Financial statements are available on the web site as well. Donors can contribute to the charity as a whole, or earmark their funds for Camp Hometown Heroes and Camp Reunite. We also accept in-kind contributions of new items for our auctions and use at our camp facility.

B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS

★ DENOTES EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP

Jim Kacmarcik (President) H

Karen Longoria

Tom Multerer (Vice President) H

Neil Willenson (Board member emeritus)

Kapco, Inc.

Junction Box, LLC

St. Joseph’s Grafton Camp Hometown Heroes & Camp Reunite

Sue Turowski

Turowski Healthcare Products

Jim Kacmarcik Founder

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Neil Willenson Co-Founder

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HUMANE ANIMAL WELFARE SOCIETY OF WAUKESHA COUNTY, INC.

M I S SI O N The Humane Animal Welfare Society of Waukesha County leads the community in animal welfare and assures sanctuary for animals in need.

701 Northview Road, PO Box 834 Waukesha, WI 53188 (262) 542-8851

hawspets.org facebook.com/HAWSofWaukesha @HAWS_Waukesha

65 $3,410,742 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1965 TOTAL EMPLOYEES: ANNUAL REVENUE:

SE RVIC E A RE A HAWS serves Waukesha County and the surrounding areas of Southeastern Wisconsin.

FUN DI NG SO U RC E S

n Community Donations........................................... 50% n Adoption/Animal Services..................................... 31% n Investment Returns................................................... 8% n Municipal Contracts...................................................5% n Youth/Education Programs.....................................4% n Merchandise Sales.....................................................2%

EXECUTIVE L E A DERSHI P

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HAWS is Growing Our Humane Community! The Humane Animal Welfare Society operates an innovative, solutionoriented animal shelter which serves as the primary pet and education resource center in Waukesha County, and the State of Wisconsin. HAWS is both open admission and no-kill!

HAWS’ spay-neuter/veterinary clinic actively combats pet overpopulation to end euthanasia, while training programs as well as personalized consultations ensure pets stay in their forever homes once adopted. Education initiatives teach kindness, compassion and empathy towards all living things.

HAWS is supported through annual events such as the Romp ‘N Rally pet festival, Kitten Shower, Pet Fair, fall fundraising gala, and many Friends of HAWS activities. Workplace giving programs direct monthly payroll donations to HAWS; businesses, organizations, fairs and festivals sponsor Mobile Adoption visits. Corporate partnerships support adoption and education programs. Sponsorships are available, at many financial levels, for businesses and individuals to show their support of HAWS’ while receiving advertising benefits and VIP admission at events.

V O LUN TE E R OPP ORT U NITIES

GIV ING OPP ORT U NITIES

All ages can lend a hand in support of the HAWS cause!

Within the shelter walls, volunteers assist with dog-walking and training, cat and small animal care, kennel support, lobby greeting and office help. Outside of HAWS, special events and Mobile Adoption team visits always need caring pet people to assist with both animal handling and telling HAWS’ story!

HAWS seeks funding through the annual holiday appeal and summer membership drive. Memorials and honorarium donations celebrate a loved one while supporting HAWS’ work. Birthday, anniversary and wedding fundraisers can be directed to HAWS. Monthly payroll donations can be set up through workplace giving programs. Sponsorships are available for adoptable pets and shelter wards, as well as for life-saving programs. Estates and bequests ensure HAWS’ financial future.

B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS Bill Stone (Board President) H

Betsy DeJaco

Patrick McGarry

Cindy Pechanach (Board 1st/2nd Vice President) H

Sandy Hoffmann

Russ Tilsner

Tom Magnor (Board Treasurer) H

Monica Jurken

Mike Nell (Member Emeritus)

Todd Cleary (Board Secretary)

Michelle Lake

Kerry Schnier (Member Emeritus)

Wintrust Commercial Banking at Town Bank M&I Bank (retired) Sikich LLP

Ms. Lynn Olenik Executive Director

Mr. Bill Stone President

Godfrey & Kahn SC

Dawn Brady

Quad/Graphics Inc

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Kohl’s Corporation Badger Meter Inc (retired) Majic Productions Inc Change Healthcare

Wixon Inc

Broan-NuTone LLC (retired) Gerald Nell Inc

Employee Benefits Consultant (retired)

Nancy Mayo

School District of Waukesha (retired)

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From workplace wellness programs to anti-bullying initiatives, from animal adoption to humane education, HAWS is cultivating compassion, empathy and respect â&#x20AC;&#x201C; for pets and their people. JOIN US!

Our Humane Community!

701 Northview Road, Waukesha, WI 53188 267280-DS

262.542.8851

HAWSpets.org

IMPACT

M I S SI O N IMPACT helps people take the first step toward changing their life, for good. We assess and guide those experiencing personal crisis toward resources to achieve stability; and collaborate with community partners to foster system improvement. We do this through: • Comprehensive assessment of complex problems • Expert navigation and connection to appropriate resources • Collection, analysis and interpretation of data • Implementation of research-based planning and process evaluation 6737 W. Washington Street, Suite 2225 Milwaukee, WI 53214 (414) 256-4808

impactinc.org facebook.com/IMPACTIncMKE @IMPACT_Inc

73 $5,021,967 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1960 TOTAL EMPLOYEES: ANNUAL REVENUE:

SE RVIC E A RE A Each year, 300,000 people throughout Southeastern Wisconsin rely on IMPACT in the midst of personal crisis. They are treated with respect and receive the motivation and means to regain stability.

G OALS 1. Increase private support. Contributions from United Way, county government and corporate foundations are essential but, to meet the increasing demand, private support is more important than ever before.

2. Educate key decision-makers about the ways in which IMPACT contributes to an improved community by identifying trends, removing barriers, and enhancing system efficiency.

3. Demonstrate expertise, efficiency and results to claim our role as a leader and partner in system change throughout Southeastern Wisconsin.

FUN DI NG SO U RC E S

n Government Agency Support.............................. 50% n Program Fees............................................................22% n United Way.................................................................. 19% n Donations...................................................................... 8% n Sales to Public.............................................................. 1%

EXECUTIVE L E A DERSHI P

F U ND RAISING/EV ENT S

V O LUN TE E R OPP ORT U NITIES

GIV ING OPP ORT U NITIES

Connect with people who have benefited from IMPACT 2-1-1, Southeastern Wisconsin’s crisis call center. Gauge satisfaction and track the appropriateness of referrals during follow-up calls with clients who have recently been connected to food, shelter, affordable healthcare, substance abuse assistance and other resources. Volunteers ask basic questions and document responses. The engagement helps volunteers understand the complexity of our client’s needs, and the value of having access to caring professionals for problem-solving and navigation.

Substance abuse, financial insecurity and parenting challenges are just a few issues that can be difficult to resolve without resources and support.

★ DENOTES EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP

Kim M. Dougherty (Board Chair) H

Caroline V. Krider

Angela Rothen

Roger Sherman (1st Vice Chair) H

Cynthia Minuti

Ronald P. Smith

Randall C. Harlan (2nd Vice Chair) H

Kimberly Payne

Jeremy R. Wedell

William B. Coleman (Treasurer)

Lisa M. Pendergast

Retired from Goodwill Industries Panther Workforce Solutions

President & CEO

Kim M. Dougherty Board Chair

H

Coleman & Williams, LTD

Christopher Schmidt (Secretary) H Adient plc

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Your donation is an investment in our mission to connect individuals and families with critical resources. Whether your investment is through a personal gift, employer match, business partnership or planned gift, you and the people who are helped by IMPACT receive an immeasurable return: lives that are changed, for good. Please visit IMPACTinc.org

B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin

John M. Hyatt

It can be difficult to determine when help is necessary, where to go for appropriate assistance, for which services someone qualifies, and how to make the right connections. IMPACT is a dependable community resource for anyone concerned about themselves or a loved one. Our annual event, HIGHER GROUND, is an evening of inspiration and possibilities benefiting the free services we offer 24/7 for anyone seeking information, consultation and navigation.

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U.S. Bank National Association Landmark Credit Union Kane Communications Group

Laughlin Constable Enterforce, Inc. WorkWise, LLC

Mortgage Guaranty Insurance Corporation

Jill Ritterbusch

Retired from City of Milwaukee Health Department

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Changing lives, for good. Every single day.

12:20 am – 36-year-old woman referred to domestic violence shelter | 1:08 am – provided phone triage of distraught 55-year-old woman with mental health history | 2:14 am – intoxicated and belligerent 29-yearold man referred to hospital for detox | 3:53 am – informed 63-year-old man with tooth abscess about dental clinics providing urgent care | 4:19 am – encouraged 37-year-old caller in recovery to talk to his doctor about non-opioid pain management options for back injury | 5:33 am – shared info about community health clinics that offer free and reduced services to mom with sick infant | 6:20 am – explained the Stock Box program to elderly couple in need of food | 7:47 am – connected 47-year-old uninsured woman to free mammogram 8:30am – screened 32-year-old hospital patient post-heroin overdose to determine eligibility for a treatment voucher | 9:38 am – placed mom and two children, ages 4 and 7, in family shelter | 10:54 am – made appointment for 27-year-old woman to receive free tax assistance | 11:30 am – met with community partners to design strategies that support children’s mental health | 12:41 pm – engaged in online chat with veteran pursuing education and employment opportunities | 1:00 pm – analyzed data on a program’s parenting outcomes to identify service needs | 2:22 pm – 22-year-old walk-in client sought help for cocaine use and a safe place to stay until she can get back on her feet | 3:12 pm – family of four that received a disconnection notice educated about electric service payment assistance and emergency assistance grant | 4:00 pm – conducted assessment in Spanish for 30-year-old woman arrested for intoxicated driving who revealed multiple episodes of childhood sexual assault | 5:49 pm – connected 48-year-old man with disabilities to a nearby emergency food pantry | 6:16 pm – referred mother of 15-year-old girl engaging in self harm to teen counseling services | 7:36 pm – texted info about prescription drug discount programs to 55 year old women with ovarian cancer | 8:05 pm – activated language line to assist Russian-speaking client seeking legal services for child support dispute | 9:44 pm – dispatched emergency services for welfare check of 74-year-old man | 10:21 pm – warm transferred 42-year-old woman concerned about her nieces to child protective services | 11:57 pm – summoned paramedics to residence of 24-year-old woman for suspected drug overdose/suicide attempt

Every day, 700 people achieve positive, sustained change.

24 HOURS

at IMPACT

Those who’ve fallen on hard times find

a warm meal. Women and children who feel threatened escape their abuser. Individuals experiencing drug addiction establish a recovery plan. Community partners improve system efficiency. No one knows what tomorrow will bring. But today — and every day — know that IMPACT will connect you or someone you love to vital services.

We invite you to see the IMPACT 2-1-1 call center in action. Call us at (414) 256-4808 to schedule a tour today. impactinc.org

INDEPENDENCEFIRST

M I S SI O N Our mission is to effectively facilitate the empowerment of individuals with disabilities through the core services of: Advocacy, Independent Living Skills Training, Information and Referral, Peer Support and Transition.

540 South 1st Street Milwaukee, WI 53204 (414) 291-7520

independencefirst.org facebook.com/IndependenceFirst @Independence1st

1,398 $28,313,215 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1979 TOTAL EMPLOYEES: ANNUAL REVENUE:

SE RVIC E A RE A IndependenceFirst, a nonprofit United Way agency, serves Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Washington and Waukesha counties, and also offers our WisLoan and Telework programs statewide.

G OALS IndependenceFirst is Metro Milwaukeeâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s FIRST resource when people have questions about access and disability. We offer over 20 programs and services to people of all ages with disabilities of all kinds. Our vision is for full inclusion of people with disabilities in every aspect of our community and we are committed to achieving this goal. We believe that individuals with disabilities have the right to live with dignity and with appropriate support in their own homes, fully participate in their communities, and control and make decisions about their lives.

FUN DI NG SO U RC E S

n Personal Care Services.....................................95.0% n Federal and State Funding................................. 2.7% n Other, including Fee for Service........................ 1.2% n Fund Development................................................... 1.1%

EXECUTIVE L E A DERSHI P

GI V I N G O PP ORT U NITIES

F U ND RAISING/EV ENT S

We welcome individual and corporate gifts. Corporate opportunities include grant making/foundation gifts, community event partnerships and advertising underwriting.

Your company can sponsor or attend our annual Empower Lunch & Indie Awards event, which raises awareness of the contributions of people with disabilities in our community and recognizes businesses and individuals for excellence in advocacy and inclusion.

Our annual Empower Lunch & Indie Awards event raises awareness of the contributions of people with disabilities in our community and recognizes businesses and individuals for excellence in advocacy and inclusion. Sponsor or attend this engaging, insightful event!

B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS Marci Boucher (President & CEO) H Mike Lipscomb (Chair) H UPS International Services

Scott Luber (Vice-Chair) H Community Advocate

Tom Rave (Treasurer)

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Retired, Banking and Economic Development Executive

Marci Boucher President & CEO

Mike Lipscomb Board Chair

Catherine Bulgrin (Secretary) H Wisconsin Philanthropy Network

John Lauber (At Large) H LauberCFOs

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Billie Torrentt (At Large) H

Karen Hunt

Jesse Waukau (At Large) H

Ron Jodat

Anne Carroll

Kim Marggraf

William Crowley

Jason Ostrowski

James Guckenberg

Ethiel Antonio Vega-Padilla

Judy Haugsland

Tiffany Wynn

Goodwill Industries of Southeastern Wisconsin GE Healthcare

Sensient Technologies Corporation Disability Rights Wisconsin Halling & Cayo, S.C.

Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra

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Seeds of Health Retired, Marquette University, Maritime Savings Bank Marggraf Meeting Management Retired, WE Energies Community Advocate

AIDS Resource Center of Wisconsin

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Personal Care Services 1,040 people receive care in their homes

Independent Living Services We empower people with disabilities, of all ages and all disabilities.

INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF WISCONSIN

M I S SI O N The International Institute of Wisconsin is an organization dedicated to the promotion of international cooperation, understanding, and a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural perspective through education, arts, exchange, communication, social activities, and immigration and naturalization services. The Institute initiates, coordinates, and sponsors a variety of activities and programs appropriate to the fulfillment of this primary purpose.

1110 North Old World Third Street, Suite 420 Milwaukee, WI 50203 (414) 225-6220

iiwisconsin.org 15 $1,900,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1936 TOTAL EMPLOYEES: ANNUAL REVENUE:

SE RVIC E A RE A Immigration & Citizenship; Refugee Resettlement; International Visitor Leadership Program; Educational Programs; and Interpretation & Transition Services

FUN DI NG SO U RC E S

G OALS

F U ND RAISING/EV ENT S

• Empower individuals and families to reach self-suffiency.

• Coordinate educational and social events for New Americans.

• Promote multi-cultural understanding throughout southeastern Wisconsin. n Program Services.................................................... 60% n Special Events........................................................... 16% n Grants............................................................................ 11% n United Way.................................................................. 10% n Friends of the IIW........................................................2%

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V O LUN TE E R OPP ORT U NITIES • Refugee Mentorship Program • Holiday Folk Fair International • International Program Hospitality

President & CEO

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Board Chair

• Refugee Resettlement • Cultural Education Programs

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Azmi Alaeddin

Terence Miller

Donna Roeber

Austin Baade

Robert Misey, Jr.

Dr. Wolfgang A. Schmidt

Dr. Clara Brennan (Treasurer) H

Gerald Mullins (Secretary) H

Dr. Sebastian Ssempijja

Marquette University

Florida Atlantic University

Ms. Kelly Jordan

GIV ING OPP ORT U NITIES

B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS Alaeddin Middle East Cuisine

Mr. Alexander Durtka Jr.

• Holiday Folk Fair International • World Citizen Celebration • Refugee Resettlement

Reinhart, Boerner, von Deuren

International Business and Education Consultants

Retired, School Administrator

Kelly Jordan (Chairperson)

Dr. Barbara Prindiville (Vice Chairman)

M.E. Dey & Company, Inc.

Mindy Michalski

Rockwell Automation, Inc.

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Retired, Registered Nurse

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Former Chairperson

Sebastian Family Psychology H

Retired, President Waukesha County Technical College

Dr. Kalyani Rai

UW Center for Urban Community Development

Derek Stackhouse Fields Volvo Waukesha

Dr. Paul Trebian

College of Menominee Nation

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INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF WISCONSIN...

IS PLEASED TO OFFER THE FOLLOWING SERVICES TO THE COMMUNITY: IMMIGRATION AND CITIZENSHIP SERVICES The Institute provides low-cost family based immigration and naturalization counseling/technical assistance. Its accredited staff and attorney assist individuals and families through the immigration process, including adjustment of status, naturalizations, relative petitions, and travel documents. Every Friday the department provides free consultations on a walk-in basis.

REFUGEE RESETTLEMENT The Institute works cooperatively with the U.S. Committee for Refugees and Immigrants to resettle individuals who have fled their homes due to persecution based on their nationality, race, religion, ideology, or social group. The Institute’s program supports the housing, employment, medical, transportation, and educational needs of refugees so that they quickly become active and contributing members of the Milwaukee community.

CITIZEN DIPLOMACY The Institute is part of the U.S. State Department’s International Visitor Leadership Program. As part of the network of 92 U.S. cities, the Institute coordinates meetings with international leaders and their local counterparts and fosters cultural exchange between international visitors and Wisconsinites at private homes, local events, and cultural landmarks.

EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS The Institute collaborates with community organizations to raise awareness on cultural and international subjects at classes, workshops, and other special programs. The largest of these events is the Holiday

Celebrate the Culture of

LANGUAGE-INDIGENOUS AND HERITAGE Friday-Sunday

NOVEMBER 22-24, 2019

Explore the World of Music, Food, Dance, and Arts State Fair Park Exposition Center

FOLKFAIR.ORG

Folk Fair International which for 75 years has brought together people from over 50 different cultural communities in a celebration of food, arts, music, and culture.

INTERPRETATION AND TRASLATION SERVICES The Institute offers linguistically and culturally appropriate interpretation and translation services in over 50 languages to schools, medical providers, the justice system and other organizations in the greater Milwaukee metro area. The department hosts entry-level trainings for individuals interested in entering the interpretation/translation field.

INFORMATION CLEARINGHOUSE The Institute serves as community resource regarding international, cultural, ethnic, folkloric, and immigrant and refugee social service issues. This information provides invaluable tools for businesses that operate in the global market and the community at large. The Institute also coordinates the activities of several programs, including Sister Cities International and the Japan America Society of Wisconsin.

INTERNSHIP PROGRAM The Institute’s undergraduate and graduate interns advance their educations by assisting staff members as they provide services and carry out the organization’s mission. Unpaid interns develop a professional development plan and work closely with staff to ensure that they bridge the gap between academics and the real world, build the Institute’s capacity, and sharpen their professional skills.

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT: International Institute of Wisconsin 1110 N. Old World Third Street, Suite 420 Milwaukee, Wisconsin 53203 414-225-6220 www.iiwisconsin.org • info@iiwisconsin.org

KATHY’S HOUSE

M I S SI O N Kathy’s House is a hospital guest house committed to providing affordable lodging and caring support in a “home away from home” environment for patients and families who need to travel to Milwaukee for medical care.

600 North 103rd Street Wauwatosa, WI 53226 (414) 453-8290

kathys-house.org facebook.com/KathysHouseMilwaukee @_kathyshouse

2 full-time, 7 part-time $700,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2001 TOTAL EMPLOYEES: ANNUAL REVENUE:

SE RVIC E A RE A We served 1528 guests last year; 71% came from Wisconsin, 21% from other Midwest states and 8% from outside the Midwest.

FUN DI NG SO U RC E S

n Individual Donors......................................................29% n Fundraising Events..................................................29% n Guest Donations...................................................... 28% n Foundations................................................................. 11% n Community Partners..................................................2%

EXECUTIVE L E A DERSHI P

Volunteer group from Cities and Villages Mutual Insurance Company.

Patty with guests from Crivitz, WI and Green Bay, WI.

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Last year, 300 families were turned away due to lack of available rooms for families in need of medical care - in the past two years over 500 families total have been turned away.

To right this wrong, Kathy’s House is undertaking a $12 million campaign to build a new Kathy’s House. Our “New Home for Healing” is being designed to serve as a national model of care in hospital guest housing. It will be twice the size of our current House, have a special wing for bone marrow transplant and immune-compromised patients, and offer amenities to promote healing and wellness.

Learn how Kathy’s House helps families facing cancer and other serious illness at one of our four unique and engaging events in 2020: • Wine & Food Pairing, Shully’s Cuisine - February 28th • Annual Gala, Milwaukee Hilton - May 16th • Kathy’s Classic Golf Outing, Ironwood - September 24th • Oktoberfest & Wine Tasting - October 22nd

V O LUN TE E R OPP ORT U NITIES

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More than 350 volunteers a year donate their time and talent to keep our House open 365 days a year and provide a caring and healing environment for our families. Volunteer opportunities include: • Prepare a house meal • Guest room preparation • Front desk assistance • Special event assistance

More families than ever are turning to Kathy’s House in order to access vital medical care and to stay together during a medical crisis. Ways you can help our families include: • Sponsor a family (for 1-10 nights lodging) • Employer match contribution • Donate “Wish List” items on our website • Participate in a fundraising event • Make a bequest to Kathy’s House • Sponsor a room in our “New Home for Healing”

B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS Jack Anick

Tina Curtis

Melinda Lanham

Mona Theobald H

Anthony Anzelmo H

Sue Derus

Patrick McGarry

Marilyn Thiet H

John Balzer

Mark Filla H

Bill Severson

Glen Van Fossen

Carolyn Bellin

Liz Forman

Kathy Sieja

Laura Vogel Woods

Abby Brzezinski

Ran Hoth

Malika Siker

Anick & Associates Husch Blackwell

Froedtert Health

Patty Metropulos President & CEO

Marilyn Thiet Board Chair

Marketing Executive Red Sky Partners

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Froedtert & the Medical College of WI Retired, Froedtert & the Medical College of WI Ameriprise Financial Services Inc. Endwell Coaching & Consulting Retired, Better Business Bureau

Versity Blood Center of WI Wixon Inc

Retired, Rockwell Froedtert & the Medical College of WI

Retired, GE Healthcare EDGE Performance Acceleration Retired, Pfizer

Sister of Kathy Vogel Kuettner

Medical College of WI

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Help patients to access care; Keep families together

A HO S PITA L GUEST HOUSE

Serving patients and their family members

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Over 130,000 nights of lodging provided to 18,000 guests since opening in 2001

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Entry View - Day Since 2001, Kathy’s House has served as a “home away fromFronthome” for patients and their families from around Wisconsin and the US who need to travel to Milwaukee to access vital medical care and the expertise of Milwaukee area hospitals. Last year we turned away 300 families due to lack of space. In partnership with Froedtert Hospital we are building a new, larger hospital guest house which will serve as the national model to support patients and their families...right here in Milwaukee, WI. The “New Home for Healing” is slated to open on the Milwaukee Regional Medical Center campus in late 2020 or early 2021. As of September, 2019 a total of $9.7 million has been raised towards the $12 million capital campaign. Froedtert Hospital has made a lead gift of $6 million.

40% of patient guests would not have been able to access care in Milwaukee without Kathy’s House

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New facility will have • 36 guest suites • clinical service room • separate wing for long-term patients • close proximity to Froedtert & Medical College of WI

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600 North 103rd St Wauwatosa, WI 53226 Kathys-House.org 414-453-8290 Patty Metropulos President & CEO pattym@kathys-house.org

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LISC - LOCAL INITIATIVES SUPPORT CORPORATION

M I S SI O N Together with residents and partners, LISC forges resilient and inclusive communities of opportunity across America – great places to live, work, visit, do business and raise families.

234 West Florida Street, Suite 204 Milwaukee, WI 53204 (414) 930-1746

lisc.org/milwaukee facebook.com/liscmilwaukee @LISC_Milwaukee

8 $1,802,524 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1995 TOTAL EMPLOYEES: ANNUAL REVENUE:

SE RVIC E A RE A LISC partners with community-based organizations and nonprofits throughout Milwaukee County.

FUN DI NG SO U RC E S

n Corporation/Foundations...................................... 74% n Government................................................................ 12% n Special Events........................................................... 10% n Individuals......................................................................4%

EXECUTIVE L E A DERSHI P

G OALS

F U ND RAISING/EV ENT S

The goals of LISC’s strategy include: • Strengthen existing alliances while building new collaborations to increase our impact on the progress of people and places • Develop leadership and the capacity of partners to advance our work together • Equip talent in underinvested communities with the skills and credentials to compete successfully for quality income and wealth opportunities • Invest in businesses, housing, and other community infrastructure to catalyze economic, health, safety and educational mobility for individuals and communities • Drive local and regional policy and system changes that foster broadly shared prosperity and well-being

Our fundraising efforts are core to our ability to support Milwaukee neighborhoods. We welcome new collaborations with individuals, corporations and foundations that are interested in working Milwaukee neighborhoods. You are invited to attend our annual events including the MANDIs on April 2, 2020 to recognize excellence in community development. Our annual Anniversary Luncheon is held in the Fall and recognizes a corporate leader who promotes and ensures sustained corporate support of the nonprofit sector.

Sponsorship is welcome.

V O LUN TE E R OPP ORT U NITIES

GIV ING OPP ORT U NITIES

LISC offers volunteer opportunities that are fulfilling and make a real impact. We offer varying levels of time commitment and do our best to match volunteers to their interests, needs, and experience.

• Provide event day support for events including the MANDIs which draws nearly 800 people each year.

• Join our advocacy network to support grassroots change.

• Join a planning committee for new events and fundraising opportunities including event sponsorship.

LISC requests funds through an annual Fall appeal to benefit the Associates in Commercial Real Estate (ACRE) program and a Spring appeal to benefit LISC’s operations. Sponsorships are available for the Crime Prevention Awards Luncheon in February, the MANDI Awards Dinner in the Spring and the Annual Luncheon in the Fall. Corporate partnerships, In-Kind donations, and Planned Giving are welcome.

For more information sign-up at lisc.org/milwaukee.

B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS Joaquin Altoro

Avery Goodrich, Jr.

Marsha Sehler

Brad Amundsen

Eugene Manzanet

Ald. Russell Stamper, Jr.

Daniel Brophey

Rocky Marcoux

Daniel Sweeney

Eric Christophersen

Darlene Russell

Julia Taylor

Paul Fehrenbach

Roger Sandell

WHEDA

Associated Bank

Retired, Reilly Penner & Benton, LLP

Donsia Strong Hill Executive Director

Roger Sandell Board Chairman

Northwestern Mutual Foundation BMO Harris Bank

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FW Consultants, LLC U.S. Bank

Commissioner Department of City Development Greater Milwaukee Foundation

Retired, Uihlein Wilson Architects City of Milwaukee PNC Bank

Greater Milwaukee Committee

Johnson Bank

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LISCâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s approach is both placebased and comprehensive.

Where some see risk, we see opportunity.

LISC makes targeted investments in Milwaukee neighborhood organizations and projects for the purpose of creating communities of choice where families with modest means can live with pride and have access to quality, affordable housing, and adequate community and retail services.

LUMIN SCHOOLS

M I S SI O N Our purpose is to provide safe, Christian schools focused on educational success, leadership development, and spiritual growth.

8242 North Granville Road Milwaukee, WI 53224 (414) 354-5126

luminschools.org facebook.com/LUMINschools @LUMINschools

151 $9,200,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2002 TOTAL EMPLOYEES: ANNUAL REVENUE:

SE RVIC E A RE A LUMIN Schools operates seven campuses in Wisconsin and one in Indiana, serving more than 1,400 scholars, primarily through the Parental Choice Programs. LUMIN is known for inspirational teachers and safe and nurturing learning environments where all children can succeed.

FUN DI NG SO U RC E S

n Voucher........................................................................ 74% n Donations & Grants................................................. 13% n Meal Programs............................................................ 8% n Management Fees......................................................4% n Other................................................................................ 1%

EXECUTIVE L E A DERSHI P

G OALS

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LUMIN Schools’ goal is to develop and empower strong leaders who will provide the spiritual, academic and emotional support necessary to foster life-long success for every LUMIN scholar. The scholars from LUMIN Schools often become leaders in their schools, churches, and neighborhoods, and by example, strengthen the faith of their families and friends.

LUMIN is committed to growing its network of Lutheran schools while continuing to be among Wisconsin’s top-rated choice schools. We invite you to visit our schools to see us in action!

In the Spring of 2020, LUMIN will host its first annual fundraising event. All proceeds from this event will directly benefit our scholars and their schools. We are looking to partner with friends, businesses, foundations, and volunteers to help make our first annual event one to remember and help our schools grow. LUMIN Schools is seeking funding for academic support, arts and music, curriculum, and supplies.

V O LUN TE E R OPP ORT U NITIES

GIV ING OPP ORT U NITIES

There are many ways you can volunteer and share your gifts with LUMIN, including: • Tutoring/Mentoring • Reading to our students • After-school homework help • Corporate groups for projects such as grounds clean up/painting

LUMIN relies on gifts and grants to support the important aspects of our ministry, including academic support, spiritual instruction and wraparound services. When individuals and organizations partner with LUMIN, they are helping to ensure our schools have and will continue to have all the resources necessary for our scholars to succeed in both academics and life.

B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS Timothy Young Eagle (Chairman) H

Dr. Christopher Cody

Timothy Scheid (Secretary) H

Robert Seefeld

Robert Gleason

Jessica Stamm

Rev. Dennis Harmon

Cole Braun

Richard Laabs

William Zick

Lutheran Indian Ministries

Lemberg Electric Company, Inc. Northwestern Medicine

Shaun Luehring President & CEO

★ DENOTES EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP

Hope Lutheran Church Retired

South Wisconsin District of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod Wisconsin Center District Robert. W. Baird & Co. The Lutheran High School Association of Greater Milwaukee Retired

Rev. Dr. Ronald E. Meyer Retired

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25 NETWORK STAFF 50 hours

8 Lutheran Campuses

112

240 scholars received

Educators

free onsite social work interventions last academic year

32

,

Student & Family Services Academic Support Business Operations

free meals served annually

of network professional development for each teacher last academic year in addition to school-based coaching

More than 300

Lutheran chapel services conducted

1,400

across network last academic year

Scholars

630 hours

of free summer school instruction offered to students

98%

of scholars qualify for school choice program

LUMIN Schoolsâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; purpose is to provide safe, Christian schools focused on educational success, leadership development and spiritual growth.

Learn more about our schools at LUMINschools.org

LUTHER MANOR

M I S SI O N To share God’s love by enriching the lives of older adults.

4545 North 92nd Street Wauwatosa, WI 53225 (414) 831-8950

luthermanor.org facebook.com/LutherManorWI @LutherManorWI

450 $31,013,521 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1961 TOTAL EMPLOYEES: ANNUAL REVENUE:

SE RVIC E A RE A Luther Manor is a Life Plan Community in Wauwatosa serving older adults across a continuum of care including Independent Living, Assisted Living, Skilled Nursing, Hospice and Adult Day Programs.

FUN DI NG SO U RC E S

G OALS

F U ND RAISING/EV ENT S

Sharing God’s love and enriching lives are long standing tenets of Luther Manor. This holds true today even as the world and our industry of care changes We are in the final year of a three-year strategic plan designed to adapt the organization to relevant changes, create nimble operating systems for the future and inspire a culture of community and care designed in God’s image. We know we’ve done our job when our residents and all who trust us to care are leading lives abundant in love, experience and care.

Luther Manor’s fund raising event is Love Lights, a Christmastime celebration honoring and remembering loved ones with the purchase of lights on the Love Lights tree. Donations to participate begin at $5 and sponsorship opportunities are available. The event is the first Thursday in December. This year, it will be December 5, 2019. Donations can be made at luthermanor.org/lovelights.

V O LUN TE E R OPP ORT U NITIES

GIV ING OPP ORT U NITIES

Luther Manor relies on nearly 400 volunteers serving in a variety of roles. These include: convenience store cashier; coffee care host/hostess; Den of Antiquity resale shop clerk; hospice companion; ice cream parlor server; Life Enrichment Program partner; pet partner; Internal transportation services; and student volunteer program participant.

In 2018, donors helped make possible $4.6 million in unreimbursed charity care through their unrestricted outright support of Luther Manor and Luther Manor Foundation.

Designated gifts directed for equipment, capital projects, life enrichment activities and program areas are also appreciated.

n Program Service...................................................... 94% n Contributions................................................................3% n Investment Income....................................................2% n Other................................................................................ 1%

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Currently, gifts are invited for modernization of our Faith & Education Center, a space central to worship and enrichment events and programs for all residents. New technology, sound, lighting and finishings are planned.

B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS

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Tim Schoewe (Chair) H

Elizabeth Strachota-Benz

Keith Fraleigh (Vice Chair) H

Andrew Vedder

Kristine Iwinski (Treasurer) H

Raymond Zastrow, M.D.

Retired, Milwaukee County Corporation Counsel ESE, Inc. CIBC

Network Health Wisconsin Northwestern Mutual

Molina Healthcare of Wisconsin

Karen Gibbs (Secretary) Ms. Cherie Swenson Aurora West Allis Medical Center H

Ms. Stephanie Chedid

Executive Director

President & CEO

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MACC FUND - MIDWEST ATHLETES AGAINST CHILDHOOD CANCER, INC.

M I S SI O N Find a cure for childhood cancer and related blood disorders by providing funding for research.

10000 West Innovations Drive, Suite 135 Milwaukee, WI 53226 (414) 955-5838

maccfund.org facebook.com/MACCFund @maccfund @themaccfund

6 $6,158,365 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1976 TOTAL EMPLOYEES: ANNUAL REVENUE:

SE RVIC E A RE A Research is supported at the Medical College of Wisconsin, Children’s Wisconsin, UW Carbone Cancer Center and Marshfield Clinic.

G OALS

F U ND RAISING/EV ENT S

The goal of the MACC Fund is to find a cure for childhood cancer and blood disorders by providing funding for research.

The MACC Fund raises money and benefits from a number of exciting events throughout the course of the year. Please visit www.maccfund.org as well as the MACC Fund Facebook page and MACC Fund Twitter and Instagram accounts to keep up to date on what the MACC Fund is doing.

The MACC Fund benefits from a numbers of exciting events throughout the year. Please visit www.maccfund.org and follow the MACC Fund on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram.

V O LUN TE E R OPP ORT U NITIES

GIV ING OPP ORT U NITIES

The Trek 100, Brewers Mini, Lucky Leprechaun, Candy Cane Lane and others require volunteers to make the events successful.

The MACC Fund affords many giving opportunities whether as a volunteer, event participant, sponsor or generous donor.

Donors can remember a loved one or honor a friend with a donation in their name. Donations can be made through company sponsored events, corporate or individual giving.

Gifts of securities and insurance as well as planned giving and estate planning are all vehicles that can be past of a Gift of Hope Through Research.

FUN DI NG SO U RC E S

n Special Events.......................................................... 85% n Foundations.................................................................. 8% n General Donations......................................................4% n Major Gifts.....................................................................2% n Memorial Donations .................................................. 1%

EXECUTIVE L E A DERSHI P

B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS Paul Knoebel (Chairman) H

Al Costigan

Lindsay Schweikert

Jon McGlocklin (Co-Founder) H

Brian Gotter

Kevin Steiner

Paul Griepentrog

John Steinmiller

Jason Hartlund

Bill Wertz

Knoebel and Associates

Wm. O. Steinberg (Chair Emeritus) H Strategic Leverage Partners

Eddie Doucette (Co-Founder) Doucette Promotions Inc.

Paul Knoebel Chair

Becky Pinter

President & CEO

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Jan Lennon (Secretary) H Community Volunteer

Junior Bridgeman

Heartland Coco-Cola Bottling Company

Costigan Family Foundation TODAY’S TMJ4

Godfrey & Kahn, S.C. Milwaukee Brewers

Fiserv

West Bend Mutual Insurance The Milwaukee Bucks Wertz Consulting

Greg Klimek

Community Volunteer

Tim Michels

Michels Corporation

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A Gift of Hope Through Research

The MACC Fund supports research for childhood cancer and related blood disorders like sickle cell disease and aplastic anemia.

Thanks to generous supporters, the MACC Fund has contributed over $65 million to research in Wisconsin helping the overall 5-year quality of life survival rate for childhood cancer to increase from 20% to over 80% since the MACC Fund began in 1976, yet children can relapse and have “late effect” issues that require additional research. MACC Fund supported research impacts the treatment of children throughout the state, the nation and the world.

dtorgerson@maccfund.org ★ www.maccfund.org Phone: 414.955.5830 ★ Fax: 414.955.6170 10000 W. Innovation Drive, Suite 135 ★ Milwaukee, WI 53226

MAKE-A-WISH® WISCONSIN

M I S SI O N Together, we create life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses.

11020 West Plank Court, Suite 200 Wauwatosa, WI 53226 (262) 781-4445

wisconsin.wish.org facebook.com/wisconsinwish @MakeAWishWI

24 $8,000,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1984 TOTAL EMPLOYEES: ANNUAL REVENUE:

SE RVIC E A RE A The State of Wisconsin

G OALS

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This year alone, more than 500 Wisconsin children with be diagnosed with a critical illness. Our vision is to grant the wish of every eligible child.

It takes an entire community to make a wish come true. You can be part of that community by participating in fundraising events, including the Wish Night® gala on April 2, 2020, the Make-A-Wish Golf Outing on June 15, 2020 or the Milwaukee Walk For Wishes® on August 22, 2020. You can also make a financial contribution, hold a fundraiser, include Make-AWish Wisconsin in your will or estate plans, direct your IRA distributions to Make-A-Wish, donate airline miles, or donate new toys and gifts for our Wish Closet. Please visit wisconsin. wish.org/ways-to-help for more info.

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We work with over 600 volunteers across the state to make wishes come true. Please consider joining a committee or our young professionals group – Young Wishmakers of Wisconsin or volunteer at events, in our office or as a wish granter.

Learn more at wisconsin.wish.org/volunteer.

Every hour of every day, 3 children across the US are diagnosed with a critical illness. The average cost of a wish is $6,850 in cash plus in-kind products and services. We work hard to steward well the resources we are given. 79% of all funds raised goes toward making wishes come true. Whether it’s $5 or $5,000, every gift makes a difference in the life of a child. Donate today at wisconsin.wish.org/donate.

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n In-Kind Donations.......................................................28% n Internal Special Events............................................ 19% n External Special Events............................................ 19% n Grants..............................................................................17% n Individual Donations................................................... 11% n Community & Corporate Gifts.................................6%

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B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS Cathy Dworak (Board Chair) H

Blaise Beaulier (Secretary) H

Peter Duback

Eric Stahre

Luis Arroyo (Vice Chair) H

Kara Kaiser (Past Board Chair) H

John Herbers

Steven Stark

Barbara Gurican (Legal Chair) H

Patti Gorsky H

Jona Mancuso

Beth Straka

Craig Faust (Fundraising Chair)

David Dean

Chris McIntosh

Colleen Valkoun

Sheila Dodds (Wish Granting Chair) H

Michael Donohue

Sherri Mowery Perrigo

Joseph Imhoff (Treasurer) H

Brian Dranzik

Katina Shaw

Green Bay Packers

Community Volunteer

Michael Best & Friedrich LLP

BMO Financial Group

Godfrey & Kahn, S.C.

Mrs. Patti Gorsky President & CEO

Ms. Cathy Dworak Board Chair

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Inpro Corporation Inc.

Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin PricewaterhouseCoopers

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President & CEO

Milwaukee Bucks Kohl’s

Milwaukee Mitchell International Airport

Baird

Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren Carma Laboratories University of Wisconsin - Madison

GE Healthcare Stark Web Design WEC Energy Group iHeartMedia

Community Volunteer Milwaukee Brewers

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For children battling a critical illness, a wish is more than a dream. It can be a turning point that can give them the emotional and physical strength to keep going.

WIS HE S NE E D YOU

WISCONS IN .WIS H .ORG/G IVE Sponsored by Peggy Ann

MARCUS PERFORMING ARTS CENTER

M I S SI O N The Marcus Center acts as an energizing force that connects our community to the world through collaboration, innovation, social engagement and the transformative power of live performing arts.

929 North Water Street Milwaukee, WI 53202 (414) 273-7121

MarcusCenter.org facebook.com/MarcusCenter.org @MarcusCenter

300 $15,232,285 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1969 TOTAL EMPLOYEES: ANNUAL REVENUE:

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The Marcus Performing Arts Center is the region’s world-class gathering place for all, annually hosting 2,300 events, serving 800,000 guests and providing mission-based inclusion programs to 20,000 youth.

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• We Believe in Complete Customer Satisfaction.

• We Believe in Being Smart Stewards of a Public Facility.

• We Believe in Maintaining a State of the Art Entertainment Facility.

• We Believe in Providing Diverse Offerings of Arts and Entertainment.

• We Believe in Teamwork, Respect and in Fostering Diversity in our Workforce and Board of Directors.

• We Believe in Sustaining Strong Community Support for the Arts.

FUN DI NG SO U RC E S

Sponsorships are available for the Broadway Bash, the Marcus Center’s annual fundraising event supporting inclusion and community engagement programming. The 2020 Bash will be a celebration of the Marcus Center’s 50th Anniversary Season, held on June 12, 2020. Funds raised support critical programming to serve Milwaukee youth with arts education, mentorship and job training.

Attendees of the Bash enjoy a cocktail reception, dinner, auction, prime seating for a private concert, with dessert and dancing following the show. To support, partners can reach the Development team at Give@MarcusCenter.org.

Additional events will be announced throughout the 50th Anniversary Season by visiting MarcusCenter.org/50.

V O LUN TE E R OPP ORT U NITIES Volunteer ushers have the opportunity to work in all four of our theaters year-round. Last year, our volunteers contributed 21,000 hours of service to the Marcus Center. Leadership volunteers are the backbone of our organizations. Our Board of Directors have a long tenure of success and a strong sense of community leadership. Members of our Diversity and Development Committees focus on supporting our outreach programming serving 20,000 Milwaukee youth annually.

n Ticket & Events........................................................ 59% n Facility Rentals.......................................................... 12% n Parking......................................................................... 12% n Milwaukee County...................................................... 8% n Contributions & Sponsorships............................... 8% n Other................................................................................ 1%

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Marshall Chay

Alex Lasry

Kerry Sarder

Raymond L. Wilson (Vice Chair/Chair

Grady L. Crosby

Jacobo Lovo

Mark Slesar

Ted Dunham

Gladys Manzanet

Lynn Sprangers

John P. Hankerd

David Marcus

Michael Stull

Jacqueline Herd-Barber

Michelle Mattson

Portia Young

Jay Hughes

Janan Najeeb

Paul Mathews

Lori A. Craig (Secretary/Treasurer) H PNC Bank

President & CEO

Vice President, Experience & Engagement

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Laura Gough (Board Chair) H

Elect) H Retired, PricewaterhouseCoopers, LLP

Ms. Heidi Lofy

Jerome Janzer (Immediate Past Chair) H Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren s.c.

Tom Cardella

Retired, MillerCoors

ACME Enterprises

Johnson Controls, Inc. GE Healthcare

Associated Bank

Community Volunteer MGIC

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We are celebrating our 50th Anniversary during the 2019-2020 season and are identifying strategic partners for one-of-akind celebrations and collaborations throughout the season.

B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS Robert W. Baird & Company

Mr. Paul Mathews

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Milwaukee Bucks Latino Arts, Inc. Northwestern Mutual

Marcus Investments, LLC We Energies

Milwaukee Muslim Women’s Coalition

Harley-Davidson Motor Company BMO Harris Bank Community Volunteer ManpowerGroup Sargento

Ex-Officio, Marcus Performing Arts Center

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MILWAUKEE INSTITUTE OF ART & DESIGN

M I S SI O N We ignite curious minds through art, design and service.

273 East Erie Street Milwaukee, WI 53202 (414) 847-3200

miad.edu facebook.com/MIADcollege @MIAD_edu

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190 ANNUAL REVENUE: $17,568,690 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1974 TOTAL EMPLOYEES:

MIAD Holiday Sale, December 5 – 7, 2019: This is your opportunity to shop one-of-a-kind creations by MIAD students and alumni. Proceeds support the participating artists and designers, and MIAD student scholarships. More info: miad.edu/holidaysale

SE RVIC E A RE A MIAD serves 860 college students at its Third Ward campus, 600+ high school youth through its Pre-College/Future Designers programs in Milwaukee and thousands of visitors annually to free gallery programming.

G OALS MIAD is growing and diversifying its enrollment, integrated academic programs, and student and community experiences.

Unique applications of emerging technologies are flourishing through the MIAD Innovation Center, where business and nonprofits hire MIAD students to provide solutions to challenges. These experiences help students excel on their professional journey from their first moments on campus.

FUN DI NG SO U RC E S

The college is at the midpoint of a five-year strategic plan, which includes goals and objectives to: • Increase student enrollment from 860 in 2019 to 1,143 in 2022 • Provide scholarships and grant aid at appropriate levels to enhance access and affordability to MIAD’s education.

• Increase student retention rates through graduation.

• Launch new and compelling curricular programming to respond to industry demands.

• Revitalize the campus to transform learning.

• Strengthen the college’s commitment to Service Learning and its commitment to inclusivity.

• Develop programming to increase the economic, cultural and societal role MIAD plays in the region.

n Tuition & fees............................................................ 89% n Gifts, bequests & grants.......................................... 8% n Auxiliary revenues.......................................................2% n Investments, sale of assets, other....................... 1%

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Board Chair & Vice President, Global Design & User Experience, GE Healthcare

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Jennifer Florsheim

Madeleine Kelly Lubar

Brad Richards

Kimberlie D. Weekley

Jason W. Allen H

Leesa Gilliam

Geoffrey Mackey

Matthew D. Rinka

Andrew Williams, Ph.D.

Sarah Zimmerman H

Jessica Jubelirer

Linda Marcus

Nathaniel Sattler

Rebecca Balistreri

Jatin Khanpara, Ph.D.

Robert L. Mikulay

Amanda Singh

Yvonne Brodsky

Sang Kim

Laura Peck

Denisha Tate-McAlister

David Cobb

Craig Koprowski

Ryan Ramos

Deanna L. Tillisch

Astor Street Foundation

President

When you make a gift to MIAD, you strengthen students and the Milwaukee community.

• Consider a donation for college scholarships • Contribute to Pre-College/Future Designers high school youth education programs/scholarships • Sponsor community outreach programs (public artist talks, gallery exhibitions) • Sponsor MIAD Innovation Center projects to enhance students’ professional experiences • Support areas of greatest need • Creative Fusion scholarship gala: Become a table sponsor; opportunities start at $3,000 • Remember MIAD in a bequest/estate plan • Provide matching grants for employee contributions to MIAD

Robert T. Schwartz H

Foley & Lardner LLP

Robert T. Schwartz

GIV ING OPP ORT U NITIES

B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS GE Healthcare

Jeffrey Morin

Creative Fusion, May 2, 2020: One of the most anticipated galas of the season, Creative Fusion is a rare experience that supports the future of both Milwaukee’s arts and business communities in the heart of MIAD’s creative studios. Creative Fusion benefits MIAD scholarships and celebrates creativity.

Sponsorship opportunities for corporations and individuals are available. More info: miad.edu/creativefusion

MIAD (Retired)

GE Healthcare

Retired/Community Volunteer

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Community Volunteer

PNC Wealth Management Jessica Jubelirer Design Aprilaire

BMO Harris Bank N.A. KPMG, LLP

Community Volunteer Robert W. Baird & Co. Linda Marcus Design City Lights Brewing

Riverwater Partners SC Health Steelcase

Harley-Davidson Motor Company RINKA

Associated Bank

University of Kansas School of Engineering

Welch Allyn

Artist/Community Volunteer Denisha Tate & Associates, LLC United Performing Arts Fund

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MIAD is the #1 art and design college for helping low-income students attain upper-middle-class jobs.*

Nacho Garcia, Class of 2020

Industrial (product) Design major

During his junior year, Nacho designed an assistive chair for a 10-year-old boy with spinal atrophy disorder.

The chair allows the boy to eat with his family. *Source: Money Magazine, “Best Colleges for Your Money 2019”

100%

of the hands-on Industrial Designers on GE Healthcare’s Americas team are MIAD alumni.

40%

enrollment growth in the past five years

100%

of Milwaukee’s top 8 ad agencies employ MIAD alumni in creative and leadership roles.

Wisconsin’s leader in art, design and technology Technology meets creativity at MIAD. We collaborate, solve problems and innovate to improve our community and businesses. We bring robust career pathways and college-readiness experiences to underrepresented and low-income high school youth, provide a Bachelor of Fine Arts education to tomorrow’s creative leaders and offer cultural experiences and programming to the Greater Milwaukee community.

Strengthen creativity and innovation in Milwaukee miad.edu/give

MILWAUKEE RESCUE MISSION

M I S SI O N The Milwaukee Rescue Mission (MRM) has faithfully served those who are homeless and poor in Milwaukee since 1893.

Our mission statement says: “Sharing God’s love by caring for those who are poor in body, mind and spirit, to see lives transformed through Christ to hope, joy and lasting productivity.” The Milwaukee Rescue Mission offers help in the present in order to give hope for the future.

830 North 19th Street Milwaukee, WI 53233 (414) 344-2211

milmission.org facebook.com/milmission @milmission

204 $23,223,344 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1893 TOTAL EMPLOYEES: ANNUAL REVENUE:

SE RVIC E A RE A The Milwaukee Rescue Mission provides emergency aid, like food, shelter and clothing, as well as long-term rehabilitation programs to men, women and children in Milwaukee who are poor and homeless.

FUN DI NG SO U RC E S

n Contributions from the Public............................ 48% n In-Kind Contributions..............................................22% n Choice Tuition/Child Enrichment Center.......... 11% n NMTC Proceeds......................................................... 10% n Wills and Estates.........................................................6% n Investments.................................................................. 1% n Events.............................................................................. 1% n Miscellaneous............................................................... 1%

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One of the goals of the Milwaukee Rescue Mission is to restore lives. MRM serves men, women, and children who are homeless in four areas: Safe Harbor, shelter for men; Joy House, shelter for women and children; Cross Trainers Academy, K4-12th grade Christian school for children from the neighborhood; and Equip, community outreach department.

While receiving a nutritious meal and safe shelter can be the first step on the journey to recovery, MRM also addresses the root causes of homelessness. Our long-term rehabilitation programs include education, job training, addiction recovery, biblical instruction and life-skills classes.

The shelter programs of the Milwaukee Rescue Mission are wholly supported by contributions from individuals, businesses, churches, foundations, bequests and special events. MRM hosts several fundraisers each year. Each event offers sponsorship opportunities and team/individual participation. Proceeds from the events help to provide meals, shelter, clothing, and comprehensive recovery programs to thousands of struggling men, women, and children, 365 days a year.

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More than 3,500 caring people in our community contribute thousands of service hours to MRM each year. There are a variety of ways that volunteers can bless our guests, including serving meals, sorting donated items, tutoring children, staffing the nursery, helping at special events and assembling seasonal items like Christmas gifts and Thanksgiving food baskets. Every second Saturday of the month is Volunteer Saturday. For more information about volunteering, please visit milmission.org/volunteer or call (414) 935-0241.

MRM receives no government funding for its shelter programs and depends on community support to serve struggling neighbors in Milwaukee. Your gift provides food, shelter and transformative care. There are several ways to give: • Make a monetary donation • Purchase items through our gift catalog • Donate items of need • Donate stock • Consider corporate sponsorship • Participate in corporate matching gift programs • Remember MRM in your estate plan • Make a donation in honor or memory of someone special

Michael A. Andaloro (Treasurer) H Andaloro, Smith & Krueger, LLP Community Volunteer

Matt Burow (Vice Chair)

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Catalyst Construction

William A. Eisner NONBOX

Richard G. Galling

Hammes Company Healthcare LLC (retired)

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Sherri N. Kasdorf (Vice Chair) H

Joycelyn Pernell-Henderson

Philip A. Hardacre

Carol Kuyers (Secretary) H

Eric J. Peter

Ervin W. Martens

Rachel MacKinney

Warren D. Pierson

Robert K. Mitchell

Roosevelt McKinney

Mark R. Pietrowiak (Chair)

The Kaztex Foundation Community Volunteer

Mary Bero

President

Visit milmission.org/events or call (414) 935-0253 for more information about events.

B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS Patrick H. Vanderburgh (President) H

Dr. Patrick Vanderburgh

• Faces of Hope Annual Banquet—May • 18 Holes for the Homeless Golf Outing—August

Froedtert Hospital

Milwaukee Area Technical College (retired)

J. Bushnell Nielsen

Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren s.c.

Living by Precepts Ministries JAX INC.

Member Emeritus Member Emeritus

Robert W. Baird & Co.

Member Emeritus H

TCF Bank

Lasae Simpson

Central City Cyber School

Karl. F. Gengler Member Emeritus

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BASIC NEEDS

RECOVERY

EDUCATION

Loving our neighbors since 1893 For 126 years, the Milwaukee Rescue Mission has served those who are hurting and homeless. By providing for their basic needs, as well as offering recovery programs, education and community resources, our hurting neighbors can start to rebuild their livesâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;all because of friends like you!

MRM would like to extend a special thanks to PowerTest for their generous sponsorship, support and friendship!

COMMUNITY RESOURCES

830 North 19th Street

Milwaukee, WI 53233

414-344-2211

milmission.org

NATIVITY JESUIT ACADEMY

M I S SI O N Nativity Jesuit Academy is creating a new cycle of opportunity and hope for Milwaukee children. As a Catholic, Jesuit, urban school, we prepare students, in partnership with their families, for Christian leadership and service in high school, college, and life. Our students are God’s creation and we believe that bringing forth their God-given gifts will help create a better world. The Nativity model includes rigorous academic, year-long learning and highly skilled and caring teachers.

1515 South 29th Street Milwaukee, WI 53215 (414) 645-1060

nativityjesuit.org facebook.com/NativityJesuitAcademy

37 $3,200,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1993 TOTAL EMPLOYEES: ANNUAL REVENUE:

SE RVIC E A RE A Nativity Jesuit Academy has expanded to better serve the needs of the growing Latino community on Milwaukee’s South Side. Nativity Jesuit serves over 250 boys and girls in grades K4-8.

FUN DI NG SO U RC E S

n School Choice Vouchers........................................ 57% n Donations and school fees...................................42% n Tuition.............................................................................. 1%

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Nativity Jesuit has a track record of academic success, and our goal is to continue to be a model of educational excellence in our community. For the last two years, Nativity Jesuit has been ranked as the top K4-8 school in Milwaukee and among the top 10 schools in the state of Wisconsin. Over the past few years, 100% of our students graduated from high school, and 100% were accepted to college. They have gone on to succeed at high-quality Catholic schools, including Marquette University High School, Cristo Rey High School and Marquette University.

Nativity Jesuit hosts two fundraising events: an annual Golf Outing in the summer and our Scholarship Dinner in the fall, which helps raise money to bridge the gap between the cost of a Nativity Jesuit education and the amount of a school voucher. Fund development is an active and strategic part of Nativity Jesuit’s activities, and we rely on the generosity of individuals to make our outstanding results possible. We would love to show you the Nativity model in action--please contact us to set up a tour!

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We are always looking for talented, creative, enthusiastic volunteers to help shape Nativity Jesuit Academy and our students. Volunteer opportunities include: • Mentoring Nativity Jesuit alumni in high school • Tutoring, coaching, or working with students in small groups on math or reading skills • Assisting with summer academic programs • Helping with our 8th grade engineering program, the Future City competition

Nativity Jesuit Academy relies on the generosity of donors to achieve outstanding results for our students and prepare them to be leaders in our community. School vouchers cover less than 60% of the cost to educate our students. Donations help us deliver the innovative, proven programming that achieves results. Please consider contributing to our annual fund and joining us in transforming the lives of our students.

B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS Jay Schwister (Board Chair) H

Rev. Jeffrey LaBelle, S.J.

James F. Parks

Rev. Richard Abert, S.J.

Stephanie Laudon

Jeffrey Ruidl (Secretary) H

Sandra Chavez

Rev. Doug Leonhardt, S.J.

Andrew Schlidt III

Andres E. Gonzalez

Fran Maloney

Andrea Scrobel (Vice Board Chair) H

Peggy Hauser

Rev. Mike Marco, S.J.

Sue Smith (President)

Edward G. Kitz (Treasurer) H

Dan Nigro

Andrew Stith

Baird Advisors

Père Marquette Jesuit Community MATC

Ms Sue Smith President

Ms Vanessa Solis Principal

Froedtert Health

PricewaterhouseCoopers Retired, Roundy’s, Inc.

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Marquette University

National Insurance Services Jesuits of St. Camillus

Marquette University High School Marquette University High School Badger Mutual Insurance

Berghammer Construction Hammes Partners

Godfrey & Kahn, S.C.

M|GROUP Holdings, Inc.

Nativity Jesuit Academy

Cristo Rey High School Milwaukee

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The Pipeline to Success Begins Here

Join us in educating youth for a life of Christian leadership and service by making your gift to Nativity Jesuit Academy at

nativityjesuit.org/support

NEXT DOOR

M I S SI O N Next Door supports the intellectual, physical and emotional development of children by partnering with their families for success in school and the community.

2545 North 29th Street Milwaukee, WI 53210 (414) 562-2929

nextdoormke.org facebook.com/NextDoorMKE @NextDoorMil

256 $24,518,823 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1969 TOTAL EMPLOYEES: ANNUAL REVENUE:

SE RVIC E A RE A Next Door serves more than 1,400 children from birth to five years old with two centerbased locations, a home visitation program and 11 partnership sites in the central city.

F U ND RAISING/EV ENT S

Next Door strives to create a strong start to life for Milwaukee children living in poverty by building a foundation that helps get them ready for success in school.

In 2019, Next Door is celebrating its first 50 years of serving the Milwaukee community. As part of the celebration, Next Door launched a 50th Anniversary Fundraising and Community Relations Campaign to support high quality early childhood programming for more than 1,400 central city children and much-needed building renovations at our 29th Street campus.

The Next Door experience is especially important because the first five years of life are so crucial to a child’s brain development. Next Door’s highly qualified team provides educational support with a focus on academic achievement, building social-emotional skills, and helping children become better prepared for school.

Next Door programming also includes support for children with special needs, intensive family engagement and community resources like adult education to help families succeed.

FUN DI NG SO U RC E S

n Federal & State Grants......................................... 83% n Private Contributions.................................................9% n In-Kind Goods & Services......................................... 7% n Other................................................................................ 1%

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Every year, Next Door volunteers give more than 6,000 hours to help children and their families create a strong foundation for success in school and in life. Opportunities include: • Be a classroom volunteer • Read to our students • Host a book drive • Clean, repair and sort donated books • Assist with the Mobile Library and literacy events • Tutor adult education students • Adopt a child or family through Holiday Gift Giving

Next Door relies on community support to enhance its educational programs and access federal grant funding, which requires a significant community match of in-kind and philanthropic gifts. There are many opportunities to give: • Volunteer • Donate books • Purchase books on Next Door’s Amazon Wish List • Donate in-kind goods or services • Make a financial gift • Include Next Door in your will • Attend an event • Host an event or fundraiser

B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS (Chair) H Johnson Controls, Inc.

Dan Sisel (Vice Chair) H

Berengaria Development - A Marcus Family Company

Bradley Jansen, CPA, CFE

President

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Bob VanHimbergen CPA Board Chair

Visit our website - www.nextdoormke.org - to learn more about giving and partnership opportunities.

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Bob VanHimbergen, CPA

Tracey Sparrow Ed.D.

Next Door is also partnering with community organizations during this milestone year to support its critical work.

Partnerships include volunteering, book drives, hosting fundraisers and offering special visits for Next Door students.

(Treasurer) H PricewaterhouseCoopers

Katherine Lambert (Secretary) H Lambert Law, LLC

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Tracey Sparrow, Ed.D. (President) H Next Door

Paul Bee

Milwaukee Bucks

Jeb Bentley

Northwestern Mutual

Simone Conceição, Ph.D. University of WisconsinMilwaukee

Rebecca Cook Manpower

Benjamin Cordani

Caterpillar Global Mining

Vicki Cordani

Community Advocate

Darrian Davis

Community Advocate

Robert Duncan

Children’s Hospital and Health System

Mark Filmanowicz The Walbec Group

Sadique Isahaku, Ph.D. Milwaukee Area Technical College

Jason Klein

Amy Rislov SSM Health

Wendy Schueller Baird

US Bank

Sean Scullen

Marge Laughlin

Quarles & Brady

Retired Elementary School Teacher

Quamale Stanton (Head

Molly Mulroy We Energies

Start Parent Representative/ Policy Council Chair) Next Door

Tanika Murphy

Barbara Wanzo

Harley-Davidson Motor Company

Black Arts MKE

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Thank you for your partnership!

Next Door is celebrating its first 50 years of serving the community. We couldn’t do it without the help and support of thousands of people in our community. As we celebrate this milestone, we wish to extend our sincere appreciation to key partners that have gone above and beyond to ensure Next Door’s success and impact.

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Looking for a community engagement opportunity for your team?

Host a Book / Supplies Drive • Read to Children • Help with Holiday Gift Giving Call 414.562.2929 x2529 or visit NextDoorMKE.org

REVITALIZE MILWAUKEE

M I S SI O N We transform communities by providing free, critical repairs and comprehensive services to low-income veterans, seniors, and people with disabilities. Through direct services and collaborative partnerships, we impact the quality of life of hundreds of homeowners every year. In 2018, we completed 2,663 individual repairs in almost 400 homes. Our repairs prevent foreclosures, hospitalizations, and catastrophic consequences and focus on hope, dignity, and building community.

840 North Old World 3rd Street, Suite 600 Milwaukee, WI 53203 (414) 312-7531

freehomerepairs.org facebook.com/RevitalizeMilwaukee @revitalizemilwaukee

9 $1,700,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2000 TOTAL EMPLOYEES: ANNUAL REVENUE:

SE RVIC E A RE A Milwaukee and Waukesha Counties

FUN DI NG SO U RC E S

n In-Kind Donations.................................................... 40% n Grants.......................................................................... 40% n Corporate Sponsorships........................................ 10% n Special Events.............................................................. 7% n Individual Contributions............................................3%

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F U ND RAISING/EV ENT S

As the leader in providing free, sustainable housing solutions in Southeast Wisconsin, we are committed to changing the lives of more homeowners in 2020 than ever before.

Our expertise in helping seniors, veterans, and people with disabilities adapt to their homes ensures our homeowners are able to live safely and comfortably in their homes. Building upon our expertise, we look to: • Increase our services to over 500 homes.

• Build a sustainable social enterprise business to support increasing need of free services by providing partial pay and full pay accessibility and safety modifications.

• Continue to look for opportunities to partner in joint projects with businesses, governments and local nonprofits.

Revitalize Milwaukee hosts several events throughout the year that engage the community and further our mission. As part of our 20th anniversary of being the largest provider of free home repairs in Southeast Wisconsin, we are going to have a variety of events every month. Two of our largest events are: • Block Build MKE - August 14th-15th 2020 - The BIGGEST weekend of home repairs in Southeast Wisconsin.

Hundreds of sponsors, volunteers, and homeowners gather to create an enormous impact.

• 20th Anniversary Gala - October 2020 - Celebration of our sponsors’, donors’, and volunteers’ accomplishments over the last 20 years.

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Performing over 2,600 repairs a year is a lot, and we couldn’t do it without the help of our volunteers. Revitalize Milwaukee makes it easy for anyone to get involved, knowing that each person contributes differently. Whether you have previous skills or none at all, we will find a way for you to have a direct impact on your community. Come by yourself, with friends, or sign up for a Corporate Crew Day.

With your help, low-income homeowners in Southeast Wisconsin won’t have to worry about their house being foreclosed or getting seriously injured from a preventable fall.

Each dollar given to Revitalize Milwaukee is leveraged 4:1, so you can be sure your contributions, no matter the size, will have a lasting impact. Giving opportunities include: • Sponsor a Block Build house • Donate materials/supplies • Sponsor a table at our Annual Gala • Sponsor one of our repair programs • Individual giving

B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS Rick Spaulding (Board President) H

Viola Hawkins

Bruce Elliott

Gary Ebert (Immediate Past President) H

Dee Kellner

Leona Knobloch

Bradley Dagen (Vice President) H

Matthew Tadisch

Marie Millard (Treasurer)

Daniel Jessup

Pieper Electric

Dagen Law Office

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Selzer-Ornst Construction Inc. JLL

Steve Glaser (Secretary) H

Greg Lyons

Daniel Woods

Daniel Schwind

Glaser Business Law LLC Associated Bank

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Tri-City National Bank Vision Forward Association

Rick Ziller

Adaptive Technology Resources

Karl Johnson

Lippert Flooring & Tile

Lynnea Katz-Petted (Chief Executive Officer) H Revitalize Milwaukee

Wealth Services NMLS Town Bank

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RONALD M c DONALD HOUSE CHARITIES EASTERN WISCONSIN

M I S SI O N To keep families together and promote the health and well-being of children.

8948 Watertown Plank Road Wauwatosa, WI 53226 (414) 475-5333

rmhc-easternwi.org facebook.com/RMHCMilwaukee @RMHCeasternwisconsin

30 $4,527,150 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1982 TOTAL EMPLOYEES: ANNUAL REVENUE:

SE RVIC E A RE A We served 2,844 families last year, 41% came from Northeast Wisconsin and the Fox Valley, 34% came from other Wisconsin areas, and 25% came from outside of Wisconsin.

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Ronald McDonald House Charities Eastern Wisconsin (RMHC) provides families with seriously ill or injured children a place to stay as long as needed without any financial obligation.

The highest level of service is provided to families served

by RMHC while keeping operating costs as low as possible.

Our programs are focused on strengthening families during difficult times. Families are offered therapeutic programming, a comprehensive meal program, comfortable community living spaces and so much more.

There are many ways for people to help support our mission.

They can participate in any one of our signature fundraising events: • Chefs’ Dinner: February 3rd at the Wisconsin Club-City Club • Food and Families Spring Luncheon: April 29th at the Milwaukee Country Club • Tab Toss Day: May 23rd Location To Be Determined • RMHC Golf Classic: July 20th at Ironwood Golf Course • RMHC Black Tie Gala: September 26th at Northwestern Mutual • Holiday Boutique and Luncheon: November 7th at The Italian Community Center • Christmas Fantasy House: November 9th through 13th Location To Be Determined

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Over 550 volunteers including our Board of Directors are always ready to do whatever it takes to make a family’s stay easier. They work tirelessly to keep the House operating smoothly and efficiently 365 days a year, 24 hours a day.

Volunteers help in many ways such as transporting families to and from the hospital, caring for our Secret Garden, preparing guest rooms, sewing quilts, providing meals and helping with special events. They consistently go above and beyond what is expected.

We are grateful for the generous support received from individuals, corporations, and foundations that allows us to have a positive impact on the families we serve. Here are a few ways to help: • Sponsor a family guest room • Make an individual or corporate donation • Participate in or sponsor one of our events • Contribute a wish list item • Collect pop tabs • Donate in kind product or services • Include the House in your estate plans

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n Individuals...................................................................36% n Corporations..............................................................33% n Foundations................................................................. 17% n McDonald’s Donation Boxes.................................... 7% n Investment Income....................................................4% n Room Donations..........................................................3%

EXECUTIVE L E A DERSHI P

B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS Daniel J. Geigler (Chairman of the Board) H

Maureen Manning

Todd M. Jones (Vice Chairman of the Board) H

Mark W. Natzke

Sandra J. Evans (Treasurer) H

Jennifer M. Olk

Christopher L. Nickels (Secretary)

Ann Petrie

President & CEO

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Dennis W. Buchan

Daniel P. Schwabe

Christopher M. Daniels

Mark A. Ship

Anne Horter

Patrick Sinks

Andrea Jonas

Jeffrey M. Steren

Steve Kilian

Gary Zimmerman

Paul LeTourneau

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SAINTA

M I S SI O N The mission of SaintA is to facilitate equity, learning, healing and wellness by restoring the connections that help children and families thrive. We do this through trauma informed care, which recognizes the potential impact of early adversity on how the body and mind develop. We provide a trauma-informed approach to caring for children, youth, adults and families across our array of services.

8901 West Capitol Drive MIilwaukee, WI 53222 (414) 463-1880

sainta.org facebook.com/SaintAorg @SaintAorg

360 $28,367,808 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1850 TOTAL EMPLOYEES: ANNUAL REVENUE:

SE RVIC E A RE A SaintA serves children and families in the Greater Milwaukee area through traumainformed care services, child welfare, foster care services and through our K4-8 public charter school, Capitol West Academy.

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Our goal is to restore connections for children, youth, adults and families who have experienced childhood, generational and/or historical trauma. Through trauma informed care we can help identify the effects of adversity and develop interventions that lead to health, healing and the ability to thrive. Our array of services includes outpatient mental health; foster care and adoption; family reunification; and our K4-8 public charter school, Capitol West Academy. We help children and families overcome barriers by focusing on our Five Pillars of Stability: Employment, Education, Housing, Health and Caring Connections.

Corporations can partner with SaintA to financially support our array of programs that help restore connections for children, youth, adults and families who have experienced childhood, generational and/or historical trauma. Corporations can also join us as a sponsor of our 170th Anniversary Celebration on November 7, 2020.

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Individuals are welcome to volunteer at our events or tutor students at Capitol West Academy. We are also recruiting board members. Contact our Fund Development office to learn more.

Donations fuel our array of services, including: • The Clinic at SaintA, which provides outpatient mental health primarily for the un- or under-insured • Capitol West Academy, our K4-8 public charter school • Youth Transitioning to Adulthood resources for youth who have aged out of foster care • Cathy’s Collection, which provides immediate supplies for foster families

n Public Grants and Contracts............................... 96% n Contributions................................................................2% n Other................................................................................2%

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B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS Mary L. McCormick (Chair) H

Sheri Johnson, PhD.

Paul T, Riedl, Jr.

William Harrigan (Vice Chair) H

James Madlom

John Teevan

Brian E. Pier (Past Chair) H

Jack Nelson

Alex S. Tucker, MD.

Akel Akel (Treasurer)

John Nowak

Charles, G. Vogel

Jaqueline Herd-Barber

James Peterson

David Weissman, MD.

Tim Herman

Al Pinckney

Rotary Club of Milwaukee Live Oak Bank GetUsROI

Ms. Ann Leinfelder Grove President & CEO

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River Run Computers, Inc. Community Volunteer Outreach Community Health Center Godfrey & Kahn, S.C.

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SETON CATHOLIC SCHOOLS

M I S SI O N Seton Catholic Schools is a transformational educational system committed to overcoming academic and social challenges, empowering students, families and educators to attain their God-given potential.

3501 South Lake Drive Milwaukee, WI 53207 (414) 831-8400

setoncatholicschools.org facebook.com/SetonSchoolsMilwaukee @SetonSchoolsMKE

350 $23,000,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2015 TOTAL EMPLOYEES: ANNUAL REVENUE:

SE RVIC E A RE A Seton Catholic Schools serves 2,500 students at 10 schools in Greater Milwaukee.

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n Tuition and Voucher................................................ 75% n Fundraising.................................................................... 7% n Parish Support.............................................................6% n Federal Funds...............................................................6% n Other................................................................................6%

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Our goal is to prepare all students to be academically, socially and spiritually ready for quality high schools and beyond. Our students are very diverse and over 80% of Seton students are economically disadvantaged.

• Spring 2019 MAP results indicate the average Seton student grew more than 120% of the national average in reading and math.

• Our goal is average student growth of more than 130% in a single school year.

• Spring 2019 Forward Exam results indicate the percent of Seton students proficient or above grew 19% in reading and 16% in math over the prior year.

A gift to Seton Catholic Schools is an investment in high-quality, values-based education in Greater Milwaukee.

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We have many opportunities to share your gifts of time and talent with our students and schools.

• Tutors, both during the school day and after school • Coaching/leading/supervising extracurricular activities • Health room caregivers • Lunch room/Recess assistants • Marketing and communication services

There are many ways to give to Seton Catholic Schools including: • Corporate sponsorship • Individual contribution • In-kind contribution • Workplace giving • Planned giving • Event Sponsorship

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Bruce Arnold (Board Chair) H Jay Mack (Board Treasurer) H Town Bank

Rana Altenburg (Board Secretary) CEO

President

Marquette University

Chris Brown

Archdiocese of Milwaukee

Fr. Thomas Brundage St. Jerome

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Very Reverend Javier Bustos Hispanic Ministry, Archdiocese of Milwaukee

Dr. Kathleen Cepelka

Husch Blackwell

Brian Couch

Seton events: • Seton All Schools Mass on January 7, 2020 • Visits to any of our schools (Call 414-831-8400)

B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS Most Reverend Jerome E. Listecki H

Joan Shafer

Our funding priorities are: • Sponsorship of Seton students • Funding specific academic, school culture and facilities priorities • Sponsorship of events

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Kristine Rappé

John Stollenwerk, Jr.

Dan Schmidt

Alex Toole

Retired, WEC Energy Group

Archdiocese of Milwaukee

Retired, The Lynde and Harry Bradley Foundation

Brian Couch (President)

Rick Schmidt

Sister Mary Diez

Joan Shafer (CEO)

Very Reverend Tim Kitzke

Jim Stern

Seton Catholic Schools

School Sisters of St. Francis Saints Peter & Paul Parish and Three Holy Women Parish

Stollenwerk Family Foundation State Farm Insurance

Portia Young Sargento Foods

CG Schmidt Inc.

Seton Catholic Schools A.O. Smith

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THE SETON FAMILY OF CATHOLIC SCHOOLS 2,500 STUDENTS AT 10 SCHOOLS

We celebrate the incredible difference your generosity makes for our students in some of the most economically challenged neighborhoods in Greater Milwaukee!

Since our founding three years ago, the percentage of Seton students proficient and above on statewide testing has increased 65% in math and almost 20% in reading.

Seton schools provide students with a running start to achieve their God-given potential in a Catholic culture that develops faith and values.

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SHARP LITERACY

M I S SI O N SHARP partners with educators to foster a love of learning and brighten children’s futures through innovative STEAMbased experiential programs.

5775 North Glen Park Road, Suite 202 Milwaukee, WI 53209 (414) 410-3200

sharpliteracy.org facebook.com/SharpLiteracy @SHARPLiteracy @sharp_literacy

7 full-time, 14 part-time $1,193,407 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1996 TOTAL EMPLOYEES: ANNUAL REVENUE:

SE RVIC E A RE A SHARP Literacy serves children in grades K3–5 in Milwaukee, Waukesha and Racine.

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SHARP aspires to promote the joy of and the journey toward a lifelong love of learning through exploration and discovery. We deliver STEAM-integrated programming to over 8,500 K3-5th grade students in Milwaukee, Waukesha and Racine. SHARP programs spark curiosity by providing hands-on learning and creative experiences including workshops, educational tours and community art projects.

There are many ways to support the SHARP mission through fundraising events. A Novel Event, held each fall, is SHARP’s cornerstone fundraising event, drawing over 500 guests. In spring, we present Unwrapped – a showcase of local chefs and their creativity in crafting unique dishes using McDonald’s ingredients. The new Greater SHARP Open golf outing in fall 2020 offers a variety of ways to participate and support SHARP. Volunteers, sponsors and auction item donors are welcome for all events.

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SHARP offers volunteer opportunities at events, programs and activities. Volunteers assist with classroom workshops and on educational tours, serve as mentors and evaluators for Design Through Code Design Challenges and work with students on community art projects.

SHARP is 100% privately funded. It is critical that we continue to raise money from varied sources including, corporations, foundations, individuals and events. Donors are encouraged to consider supporting the SHARP mission through traditional gifts as well as: • Participating in corporate matching gift programs • Making a stock gift • Remembering SHARP in your will • Making a gift to SHARP in honor or memory of a loved one • Making in-kind donations of supplies, gift cards, etc.

• Donate items from our wish list - sharpliteracy.org/ support-the-future/ways-to-give

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For special events, help is needed on organizing committees, assisting with set-up and working at the events themselves.

• Unwrapped – May 2020 • GSO – Greater SHARP Open – Fall 2020 • A Novel Event – Fall 2020

n Foundations & Corporations............................... 65% n Events...........................................................................26% n Other Earned Revenue..............................................5% n Individuals......................................................................4%

EXECUTIVE L E A DERSHI P

B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS Tom Mroczkowski (Chair) H Northwestern Mutual

Kelley Yunk

(Vice Chair) H Civic Volunteer

Meghan Slocum Lynda Kohler President & CEO

Tom Mroczkowski Chair

(Secretary) H BMO Harris Bank

Nancy Mehlberg Tomko (Treasurer) H SVA Certified Public Accountants, SC

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Jason W. Allen

James Burke

Randal B. Hopper

P. Michael Mahoney

George Baumann

Marshall Chay

Joel Huffman, CFA

Daniel Meyer

Paul Combs

George D. Justice

Brittany Lopez Naleid

Douglas C. Erlacher

DeAnna Leitzke

Foley & Lardner LLP Great Lakes Rubber & Supply

Lori R. Bechthold Civic Volunteer

Brad Bertler

Ernst & Young LLP

Jeffery G. Browning Fiserv, Inc.

Johnson Controls McDonald’s

Carroll University Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC

Christopher Hayes Grace Matthews

Patrick Henderson Quad, Inc.

Mountain Dog Media US Bancorp

Park Bank

BizTimes Media

Sarit Singhal

Superior Support Resources, Inc.

Brian Till

Marquette University

Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren s.c.

Paul Upchurch

Milwaukee School of Engineering

Andrea Schloemer

Laurie Winters

Jan Lennon

Omar Shaikh

Town Bank

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Civic Volunteer

SURG Restaurant Group

VISIT Milwaukee

Museum of Wisconsin Art (MOWA)

Anne Zizzo

Zizzo Group Engagement Marketing

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Andrea & Anthony Bryant

SOJOURNER

M I S SI O N Transforming lives impacted by family violence.

619 West Walnut Street Milwaukee, WI 53212 Main: (414) 276-1911 24-hour crisis hotline: (414) 933-2722

familypeacecenter.org facebook.com/SojournerMKE @SojournerMKE linkedin.com/company/ sojourner-family-peace-center @SojournerMKE

93 $8,395,445 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1975 TOTAL EMPLOYEES: ANNUAL REVENUE:

SE RVIC E A RE A Human Services - domestic violence prevention and intervention in Southeast Wisconsin

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n Government funding...............................................53% n Fund development................................................... 31% n Other............................................................................. 13% n United Way.....................................................................3%

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Sojourner helps people impacted by family violence find safety, healing and peace. We work with partner agencies to remove barriers and provide easy access to lifesaving services – all under one roof. Our primary goals are to ensure the safety of victims of family violence and provide a pathway out of violence for survivors and abusers through opportunities to make positive and lasting changes for themselves and their children. Sojourner serves more than 12,000 survivors of family violence annually.

In addition to government and private funding, our primary fundraising event is Be the Light, an event to celebrate survivors of family violence. Proceeds from sponsorships, auctions and a wine pull help fund critical programs. Guests also may sponsor welcome home gift baskets which are given to survivors as they move out of our temporary emergency shelter and into new homes. Be the Light 2020 will be held May 15, 2020 at Discovery World. Visit the events page of our website for sponsorship opportunities and to purchase corporate tables and individual tickets.

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Use your time and talent to transform lives impacted by family violence. From office assistance to providing direct service – we match your interests with an array of volunteer opportunities. Whether interested in a one-day opportunity or a long-term gig, we appreciate extra help. We offer rich internships in several areas of study. Help serve a critical role and expand our reach to families in need. Visit our website to get involved.

Sojourner relies on philanthropic support, fundraising and grants to ensure people impacted by family violence can find safety 24/7/365. We welcome all contributions, including one-time donations, monthly gifts, planned giving, holiday gifts and more. Stock our shelter with basic needs (diapers, sheets, blankets, pajamas, personal care products and school supplies). Visit our Amazon wish list, tinyurl.com/SFPCgen, and click to donate and deliver your gift. To make a financial gift, visit our website and click ‘Donate.’

B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS Kathy Donius (President) H Rockwell Automation

Hulyn Farr (Vice President) H Community Advocate

Cecelia Gore (Vice President) H Brewers Community Foundation

Beth Healy (Secretary) Carmen Pitre President & CEO

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Beth Healy Consulting

Jim Orth (Treasurer) H

Retired, Everett Smith Group, LTD

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Jeff Altenburg

Milwaukee County District Attorney’s Office

Jessica Bauer

Aurora Sinai & St. Luke’s South Shore

Thomas Gale

SVN/Hintze Commercial Real Estate

Socorro Gonzales Retired, We Energies

Rebecca House

Rockwell Automation

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Geoffrey Hurtado

University of WisconsinMilwaukee

Dessa Johnson ManpowerGroup

Carlene Julius

New Resources Consulting

Abim Kolawaole

Northwestern Mutual

Kira Lafond

Milwaukee Business Journal

Michelle Mettner

Thelma Sias

Chief Thomas Poellot

J. Darrell Thomas

Gaurie Rodman

Benjamin Wagner

Cynthia A. Rooks

Earnestine Willis MD, MPH

Marylou Schirpke

Anthony Woods

Children’s Hospital of Wisconsin Cudahy Police Department Direct Supply

Retired, We Energies Harley Davidson, Inc.

Habush Habush & Rottier, S.C.

Retired, Harley Davidson, Inc. Wintrust Commercial Banking (Town Bank)

Medical College of Wisconsin Anthem, Inc.

Betsy Brown Wyatt Cramer-Krasselt

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WE HEART SOJOURNER FAMILY PEACE CENTER This year’s Heart of Canal Street Charity of Choice is Sojourner Family Peace Center, an organization making a significant impact by serving those in our community affected by domestic violence. As Charity of Choice, Sojourner Family Peace Center will receive the first $100,000 raised during the Heart of Canal Street’s 2019 campaign.

Sojourner Family Peace Center will use money raised this year to benefit their Camp HOPE program, a week-long summer camp for kids impacted by domestic violence.

Campers experience meaningful activities and encouragement that help them feel safe, seen, supported and loved. The Camp HOPE experience helps break the generational cycle of family violence with the goal of giving children their childhood back.

Potawatomi Hotel & Casino has donated over $19 million to hundreds of local charities through Heart of Canal Street since 1994.

To learn more, visit paysbig.com/heart.

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ST. COLET TA OF WISCONSIN, INC.

M I S SI O N Inspired by the Franciscan Values of compassion, dignity and respect, St. Coletta of Wisconsin supports persons with developmental and other challenges to achieve their highest quality of life, personal growth and spiritual awareness.

N4637 County Road Y Jefferson, WI 53549 (920) 674-4330

stcolettawi.org facebook.com/StColettaWisc

400 $18,000,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1904 TOTAL EMPLOYEES: ANNUAL REVENUE:

SE RVIC E A RE A St. Coletta serves individuals in Brookfield, Waukesha and Jefferson, Wisconsin and also in Northern Illinois.

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Our goal is to offer unique, personal services and supports for each individual that compliments their needs. We offer residential housing, vocational day programs, transportation, spiritual opportunities, recreational activities, educational classes, community employment and job coaching.

We are building our list of corporate sponsors for the picnic, holiday open house, and gala event in the spring. St. Coletta appreciates each corporate contribution we receive and are always looking for the following: • Sponsor our Family Weekend and Picnic • Provide event sponsorship or underwriting for our annual events such as the annual Milwaukee Admirals game and our Milwaukee Brewers game in late Spring.

• Provide in-kind donations of new building materials, furniture, and transportation vehicles.

• Offer grant opportunities and employer matched gifts.

• Partner with St. Coletta to provide employment opportunities for persons we serve.

Each individual is paired with a case coordinator that with the assistance from their families and funders, create an individualized plan that focuses on the behavioral, medical and particular needs and goals of each person. Custom services are available.

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n Government Funding............................................... 81% n Private Funding......................................................... 10% n Fund Development..................................................... 8% n Other................................................................................ 1%

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Getting to know St. Coletta is getting to know our close-knit family. Volunteering at St. Coletta comes in many forms and we are open to your ideas. Here are the major opportunities that happen annually.

• Spring Fundraiser/Golf Outing • Holiday Open House • Music and Pet Therapy • Prom

St. Coletta has a variety of opportunities for individuals to provide financial support including health and wellness initiatives, day programs, recreational outings, home improvements, transportation needs, spiritual opportunities and services for the aging.

B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS Joseph (Chip) Doering III

Constantine Stamatelakys

Sr. Ellen Carr

Norah Johnson

Sharon Thyne

Sr. Kathryn Dean Strandell

Sr. Julianne Koch

Sr. Joanne Schatzlein (Liason to the Board) Sisters of St. Francis of Assisi

J. Timothy Hood (Board Chair) H

Chris McDermott

Duane McAllister (Vice Chair) H

John Parrott

Lee Davis

Russell Schaefer

Sisters of St. Francis of Assisi Sisters of St. Francis of Assisi

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Retired, U.S. Navy Baird Advisors

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Sr. Diana DeBruin

Sisters of St. Francis of Assisi

Mr. Ted Behncke

In addition, we welcome individuals to serve on our Board of Directors and sponsor or volunteer at events such as our annual Admiral and Brewer game days.

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Doering Leasing Co.

Marquette University, College of Nursing Sisters of St. Francis of Assisi

Marquette University, Dental Surgical Sciences Psychotherapist

Family Member

Retired, Para-Educator Retired, Wilson Sporting Goods

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ADULT DAYCARE CENTER St. Coletta’s Intergenerational Care Center (IGC) offers three different programs for all individuals over the age of 18 with developmental disabilities and the elderly. These programs are designed to offer unique services specific to the needs of the individual. Situated in Fairview South School’s North wing, St. Coletta’s IGC boasts over 10,000 square feet worth of classroom and sensory space complete with a student work center, allowing individuals to build upon their skills to enable them to seek employment opportunities in the community. As an intergenerational facility, the goal is to bring elderly, disabled, and children in day care settings into the community – together.

St. Coletta serves the Brookfield area with direct care, wraparound care, education, and employment. As a result, the center has Golden Options adult day services, Excel services for the disabled, and Genesis Education and Employment training.

Connections with the communities we serve are equally as important as nurturing the internal connections between clients, staff, families, and benefactors. These relationships build a community spirit that is a unique part of our organization. With a rich 115 year history, St. Coletta continues to expand and touch lives through Compassion, Dignity, and Respect.

St. Coletta Intergenerational Care Center - 3525 Bermuda Blvd., Brookfield, WI 53045

info@stcolettawi.org

920-674-4330

stcolettawi.org

ST. MARCUS SCHOOL

M I S SI O N To disciple children for Christ now and for all eternity, and to train them in excellence for their roles in their family, church, community, workplace and country.

2215 North Palmer Street Milwaukee, WI 53212 (414) 562-3163

stmarcus.org/school facebook.com/stmarcusschool @stmarcusschool

154 $9,000,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1875 TOTAL EMPLOYEES: ANNUAL REVENUE:

SE RVIC E A RE A Located in Milwaukee’s central city, St. Marcus is expanding to serve over 1,500 K3-8th grade children and their families. Students come from 20+ zip codes to learn, live and grow.

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St. Marcus envisions a community of connectedness, safety, and productivity in the Harambee and Brewers Hill neighborhoods. The holistic community St. Marcus nurtures includes access to high quality education, health resources and disease prevention, cradle to career programming, educational and Gospel outreach to families. Poised as a catalyst, leader, and community anchor, St. Marcus partners with organizations that share a proven track record of a commitment to excellence, consistent use of best practices and reputations for doing whatever it takes.

St. Marcus hosts an Annual Benefit Gala in the Fall. The Gala raises funds for programming, growth and sustainability.

Each year an army of generous friends, alumni, businesses, foundations and volunteers unite to produce a spectacular night of connection and hope. All proceeds benefit our nationally recognized urban education program. A variety of events are held throughout the year ranging from student led tours, friend-hosted house parties, student poetry presentations, Black History month celebrations and an energetic student centered Discover America letter writing campaign. Looking to awaken your philanthropic passions?

Let’s talk soon!

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• Tutoring/Mentoring: Work one-on-one with a student throughout the school day or during after school hours • Reading Partner: Read with students • Annual Benefit Gala: The Fall Gala is only possible with the time and talents of countless volunteers • Classroom/Program Volunteers: Get involved with a classroom or program • Adopt a Classroom • Visit as a “Career Day Speaker” • Sponsor/coach a team • Become a Christmas angel • Travel with Discover America

n State Funding (Voucher)........................................ 74% n Grants............................................................................ 11% n Donations....................................................................... 7% n Events/Fundraising.....................................................3% n Paid Tuition....................................................................2% n Other................................................................................3%

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B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS Craig Huebner (President) H GRAEF

Brendan Sullivan (Vice President) H City of Milwaukee

Executive Director

Henry Tyson Superintendent

Ben Hannemann (Church Council Chair) The Lynde and Harry Bradley Foundation

Candy Underwood (Business

ESSERLAW

Jason Weinrich (Secretary) H

Von Kelly (Community Council

Direct Supply

Amy Miles (School Council

Chair) Medical College of Wisconsin

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Council Chair) Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance

Kirk Fedewa (Treasurer) H Fred Lautz

Support ensures that students have the resources to find their passion and purpose and to receive the highest quality education. By partnering, individuals and organizations make a difference in the lives of children, redefining the future of our city and for thousands of students and families. $2,500 covers the gap for one child to receive the highest quality education.

An investment in St. Marcus affirms your belief that, together we can transform our community.

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Courage to Commit Leadership Council

Rick Boelter

Scott Seefeld

Fred Lautz (Chairman)

Katie Brumder

Mark Smith,

Titus Talent Strategies

Former Managing Partner at Quarles & Brady, Executive Director at St. Marcus Ministries

Keller Williams Realty & Itasca Automation Systems, LLC

Stuart Banghart

CL&D Graphics

Grover Corporation

Chair) Spectrum

John and Sally Bergman

John Rhodes (Facilities

Bill Boelter

Council Chair) Grunau

Boelter Beverage Group

2000 Development Corporation

Mike Dowling Ruth Henkle

STRATTEC Security Corp (retired)

Wally Sommer

Sommer’s Automotive

Carl Trimble

Milwaukee Capital, Inc.

Albrecht Free Clinic

Robert Kieckhefer The Kieckhefer Group

The Boelter Companies

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Every school year...

It costs $2,500 per child to fund the gap between the voucher amount and the actual cost of a high-quality education. Secure a seat for a child at www.stmarcus.org/school

S Ma rcus School THANK YOU TO OUR AD SPONSOR. Price Erecting invests in education and character development at St. Marcus.

THE PRAIRIE SCHOOL

M I S SI O N The Prairie School nurtures the creativity, interests and abilities of every student, inspiring each to explore, thrive, and add value individually and in collaboration with others. Our community of students, faculty, and families works together to create a collaborative and supportive culture grounded in human values – celebrating both our differences and commonalities. Prairie graduates are prepared for college and life with the desire and skills to make the world a better place.

4050 Lighthouse Drive Wind Point, WI 53402 (262) 752-2525

prairieschool.com facebook.com/prairieschool @PrairieSchool

130+ $13,650,383 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1965 TOTAL EMPLOYEES: ANNUAL REVENUE:

SE RVIC E A RE A Prairie welcomes families from Racine, Milwaukee, Kenosha, Walworth, and Waukesha Counties, as well families from Northern Illinois.

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FOUNDER’S INTENT

“The Prairie School exists to enhance the educational options for Racine and surrounding communities, to provide an excellent independent ES-12th grade college preparatory educational institution and to serve as a key catalyst to make our community a better place to live, work and raise a family.”

—Imogene P. Johnson

FUN DI NG SO U RC E S

VISION The Prairie School will be a national leader among Early School through 12th grade independent college preparatory day schools, with financial and enrollment stability, providing dynamic and evolving educational excellence for generations to come.

GI V I N G O PP ORT U NITIES Gifts are given in support of the Prairie Fund (annual operating), Scholarships, and Endowment year-round. Learn more at prairieschool.com/support-us.

n Tuition and Fees........................................................ 76% n Endowment................................................................. 15% n Prairie Fund...................................................................5% n Special Events..............................................................4%

EXECUTIVE L E A DERSHI P

Chairman

Richard Ruffo

Darryl Babu

Lyndsay Knoell, D.D.S.

Christopher Ruud

John Batten

Shakila Shimp

Chris Kann (Development Chair)

Joe Fallico

Gregory Mueller Twin Disc

Joseph Veranth (Finance Chair) Dana Investment Advisors

Amy Giles-Maurer

Pat Penman (Admission & Outreach Chair)

Lisa Wolf (Education Chair)

Dave Johnson

John Rowland

Specialty Underwriters TG3 Electronics

Johnson Outdoors

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However, as part of Prairie’s ongoing commitment to the Southeastern Wisconsin community, Upper School students are required to fulfill twenty-five service hours per school year. If you are interested in contacting Prairie regarding the possibility of having our students volunteer their time for your organization, please contact Brittany Reuwer, Upper School Assistant, at (262) 752-2626.

Brian Ketterer

Twin Disc

Head of School

The majority of volunteer opportunities are handled in-house

by Prairie parents.

Helen Johnson-Leipold (Chairman)

Twin Disc

Helen JohnsonLeipold

V OLU NTEER OPP ORT U NITI E S

B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS Johnson Outdoors

Dr. Nat Coffman

• The Prairie Fund: Annual operating fund supporting academic, art, athletic, and co-curricular programs.

• Prairie Premiere: Annual gala supporting Prairie’s Scholarship Program. Premiere 2019 will be held 4/25/19.

• Golf Classic: Annual outing supporting Scholarship Program. Ranks in Top 5% of highest-earning outings nationwide.

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State Farm Insurance Knoell Family Dentistry Tuna Traffic

Johnson Outdoors

Progress Capital Group Delta Hawk

CSK Marketing

Froedtert Hospital

CRB Insurance

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One cOMMUnity, cOUntleSS helPing hAndS

30 N. VINCENNES CIR., NORTH BAY, WI 53402

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design studio

312.925.0907

rocco castellano

castellano.design.studio@gmail.com

Thank you to the many Southeastern Wisconsin businesses supporting the top-ranked school in Wisconsin.

Y O U R S U P P O R T T O D AY H E L P S S H A P E T H E L E A D E R S O F T O M O R R O W .

VISIT WWW.PRAIRIESCHOOL.COM/GIVE TO MAKE YOUR GIFT.

THE SALVATION ARMY

M I S SI O N The Salvation Army, an international movement, is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.

11315 West Watertown Plank Road Wauwatosa, WI 53226 (414) 302-4300

SAMilwaukee.org facebook.com/TheSalvationArmyMilwaukee @samilwaukee

58 $7,316,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1889 TOTAL EMPLOYEES: ANNUAL REVENUE:

SE RVIC E A RE A Milwaukee County

FUN DI NG SO U RC E S

n Contributions............................................................ 66% n Donations in Kind..................................................... 18% n Government Funds................................................... 11% n Program Service Fees...............................................3% n United Way..................................................................... 1% n Other Income................................................................ 1%

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During the holiday season, our goals are to increase red kettle bell ringing locations and company match days to run a successful Red Kettle Campaign. Individuals, families, businesses, corporations, foundations, civic and affinity groups are welcome to join us in reaching the annual Red Kettle Christmas Campaign goal. In 2018, the campaign brought in $3,672,133. Eighty-seven cents of every dollar donated supports a program or service to help men, women and children year round living in Milwaukee County.

Individuals, corporations and foundations can become directly involved with a financial gift to one or more of The Salvation Army’s programs, such as the Feed the Kids Summer Lunch Program, the Back to School Backpack Program, the Chaplaincy Program, the Christmas Toy Shop or Christmas Family Feast. Our annual special events include the Swing Fore The Kettle Golf Outing, the Red Kettle Christmas Campaign, the Christmas Spectacular and Echelon’s Dinner in the Alley.

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The list of volunteer opportunities for The Salvation Army is extensive, from volunteering at the Feed the Kids Summer Lunch Program to our Christmas Toy Shop and Christmas Family Feast. Corporate employees can volunteer to ring bells, wrap gifts for the Prison Toy Program, prepare lunches during the Feed The Kids Summer Lunch Program, sort supplies for the Backpack Program and coats during Coats For Kids.

Here are some of the ways in which the community can support The Salvation Army of Milwaukee County: • Host a Red Kettle Campaign Match Day • Host a Collection Drive • Bonds, Funds, Stocks and IRA Rollover • Wills, Gift Annuities and Trust • Host a Red Kettle Bell Ringing location • Sponsor a special event

B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS Anthony Smith (Advisory Board Chair) H

Linda S. Chapin

Tammy Gilpin-Ripp

Mary Pelkofer

Eric Hobbs (Immediate Past Chair) H

Sherry Christian

Lori Gustin (Member Emeritus)

Curt Reynolds

Ned Pautz (Treasurer) H

William (Bill) Cleveland

Chris Hamilton

Mark A. Rohlfing

Brandon Tschacher (Secretary)

Major Steven Merritt

Divisional Commander

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Major Steve Woodard

Milwaukee County Coordinator

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Lafayette Crump

Jeff Janza

Chris Sauvé

Ian Abston

Joseph M. DeBelak (Member Emeritus)

Natanael Martinez

Kellie Sigh

Richard E. Bayerlein (Life Member)

Erwin J. Dohmen (Life Member)

Kelly Matenaer

John Simonitsch

Brad Bayerlein

Jason Eggert

Sharlie McCain

Frank P. Stephens

Christopher Boston

Gerald Falci

Rick McKenna

Robert Wagner (Life Member)

Julie Bowe

Susan K. Freedy

Terrell L. Morgan

Leonard A. Widen (Life Member)

Tim Bultman (Life Member)

Deidre Garrett

Heather Pechacek

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UNITED WAY OF GREATER MILWAUKEE & WAUKESHA COUNTY

M I S SI O N United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County changes lives and improves our community by mobilizing people and resources to drive strategic impact in health, education, and financial stability.

225 West Vine Street Milwaukee, WI 53212 (414) 263-8100

UnitedWayGMWC.org facebook.com/UnitedWayGMWC @UnitedWayGMWC

85 $56,320,645 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1909 TOTAL EMPLOYEES: ANNUAL REVENUE:

SE RVIC E A RE A Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Washington, and Waukesha Counties

G OALS

F U ND RAISING/EV ENT S

United Way aspires to produce significant and measurable results in the areas of health, education, and financial stability by convening resources, volunteers, experts, and other service providers for short-term relief and long-term success.

United Way runs a community-wide campaign each fall which allows donors to maximize their investments in the community by giving to the Community Fund. Corporate partners provide dollar-for-dollar matches to offer greater community impact. Donors can join one or more donor networks to connect with like-minded individuals.

V O LUN TE E R OPP ORT U NITIES

GIV ING OPP ORT U NITIES

United Way offers volunteer opportunities for individuals, students, families, and corporate groups.

There are many ways an individual or group can give to United Way. An individual can give a one-time gift through their workplace or make a planned gift. A company or organization can run a workplace giving campaign, give a corporate gift, and/or provide in-kind or sponsorship support.

FUN DI NG SO U RC E S

n Employee & Retiree Workplace

Contributions............................................................ 54%

n Corporate Contributions........................................26% n Individual Contributions Outside of Workplace................................................................. 7%

n Private Foundation.....................................................6% n In-kind Gifts & Sponsorships..................................5% n Workplace Special Events........................................2%

EXECUTIVE L E A DERSHI P

Amy Lindner

President & CEO

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Cory Nettles

Chairman of the Board

B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS Linda E. Benfield H Steven G. Booth Daniel J. Bukiewicz Thomas J. Cardella H Filippo Carini H Cheryl R. Carron Michael G. Carter Sheila D. Cochran John M. Dunn Pamela S. Fendt H Kevin J. Fletcher

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John W. Florsheim Michael Flynn H Cristy Garcia-Thomas David W. Gay H Cecelia Gore H Kelly H. Grebe H Jacqueline Herd-Barber H Nancy Hernandez Catherine A. Jacobson Jasmine M. Johnson Suzanne Kelley

John Kissinger Dr. Jeanette Kowalik Margaret R. Kurlinski Donald W. Layden H Matthew S. Levatich Amy L. Lindner H Earnell R. Lucas Jay M. Magulski H Gregory S. Marcus H John W. Miller Blake D. Moret H

Wayne T. Morgan Cory L. Nettles H George R. Oliver H Jeffrey D. Peelen Christopher C. Piotrowski Dr. Keith P. Posley Jonas Prising Michael Rowe Steven S. SaLoutos Bernie Sherry Thelma A. Sias

Judson M. Snyder Peggy N. Troy Robert J. Valcq Gregory M. Wesley H Thomas J. Westrick Stacy P. Williams Scott A. Wrobbel H

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THERE’S NO PLACE LIKE HOME Couch surfing: when families stay with relatives, friends, or neighbors because they have no other option. It’s the reality many face when they are forced to leave their home.

United Way and community partners have set a goal:

END FAMILY HOMELESSNESS BY 2025.

Learn more at: UnitedWayGMWC.org/SafeandStableHomes.

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26%

of the homeless population in Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Washington, and Waukesha counties are families with children.

VERSITI BLOOD RESEARCH INSTITUTE

M I S SI O N Versiti Blood Center Wisconsin is home to the world-renowned Blood Research Institute which brings together outstanding minds with unparalleled experience in medical and scientific expertise. This combination of skill and knowledge results in improved patient outcomes, higher quality services and reduced cost of care for hospitals, blood centers, hospital systems, research and educational institutions, and other health care providers.

We are passionate about improving the lives of patients and helping our healthcare partners thrive.

8733 West Watertown Plank Road Milwaukee, WI 53226 (414) 937-6799 versiti.org/research/blood-research-institute facebook.com/VersitiBloodCenterofWisconsin @BloodCenterWI

168 $19,000,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1991 TOTAL EMPLOYEES: ANNUAL REVENUE:

SE RVIC E A RE A Southeastern Wisconsin and beyond. Research is global in its impact.

F U ND RAISING/EV ENT S

The goals of the investigators at the Versiti Blood Research Institute are to seek better treatments and potential cures for blood diseases including leukemia, sickle cell disease and hemophilia, among others.

The Versiti Blood Research Institute Imagine Gala takes place each September, bringing together more than 200 members of our community to celebrate and support life-changing research. Opportunities for corporate sponsorship are available. For more information, contact the Versiti Blood Research Institute Foundation at (414) 937-6799

The Versiti Blood Research Institute Foundation works to support this cutting edge research by raising annual support in excess of $2.4 million.

FUN DI NG SO U RC E S

Our current priority is our Campaign for a Center Stem Cell and Cell Therapy Research which will add 7 new researchers focused on immunotherapy, gene therapy and stem cell therapy who will speed the pace of discovery.

n Special Program.......................................................36% n Event.............................................................................29% n Major Gift....................................................................26% n Memorial Gifts..............................................................5% n Annual Fund..................................................................4%

EXECUTIVE L E A DERSHI P

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The Versiti Blood Research Institute Foundation welcomes volunteers to support our fundraising efforts and our annual Gala. For more information about how you can give of your time, please call the Foundation office at (414) 937-6799.

Improve lives with your gift to the Versiti Blood Research Institute. Individual, Foundation, and Corporate contributions go directly to support life-changing research.

B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS Kathy Klein

Johan Segerdahl

Guy Crane (Secretary)

Robert Manegold

Julia Syburg

Dixon Benz, II

Chris Miskel (President & CEO) H

Michael White

Susan Pelz

Peter Ziegler

James Rauh

Dale Kent (Chair)

Dodi Group Benz Oil

President & CEO

Richard Gallagher (Treasurer) Ms. Kelley McCaskill Foley & Lardner Vice President of Brenda Garbo Philanthropy

Genetech

Emery Harlan MWH Law Group

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Andy Anderson, MD, MBA RWJ Barnabas Health

Mr. Chris Miskel

Direct donations, gifts of stock, IRA Distributions, and Planned Gifts are just a few of the ways that an individual can make an impact and support research.

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Strategic Wealth Partners Community Volunteer Versiti, Inc.

Community Volunteer Columbia Creek Advisors, LLC

Iron Block Holdings

Community Volunteer Rite-Hite Holding Corporation Community Volunteer Versiti, Inc.

John Raymond, Sr., MD

Medical College of Wisconsin

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Versiti is a fusion of blood donors and blood health innovators who recognize that the gifts of blood and life are precious.

With ten permanent donor centers located throughout Wisconsin, hundreds of blood drives held each day throughout our communities, and an internationally renowned Blood Research Institute (BRI), we’re committed to giving back.

Ultimately, the meaning of our work is found in the lives we save and the people we serve. Versiti’s BRI is a premier center for the investigation of blood-related diseases and conditions.

For more than 70 years, the BRI has made scientific breakthroughs affecting patients with heart disease, stroke, cancer, immune system disorders and blood diseases. Their combination of skill and knowledge results in novel treatments that greatly improve patient outcomes and give hope to those who are struggling. A philanthropic gift to Versiti enables our team to spend more time researching better treatments and cures and bring these life-saving discoveries to patients more quickly. To make a gift to Versiti Blood Center of Wisconsin, visit versiti.org/financial-giving

Meet Isaac Blood and bone marrow transplant recipient Isaac Walker is alive today because of the generosity of donors in our community. When he was 2-years-old he was diagnosed with leukemia. During two years of treatment, he received numerous blood transfusions as his cancer went into remission.

However, in 2015, Isaac’s leukemia returned and he underwent a successful bone marrow transplant that saved his life. These gifts of life allowed him to beat cancer and even travel to Texas to meet and thank his bone marrow donor. Now happy and healthy, Isaac wants to grow up and be a cancer researcher and give back to other patients just like him.

“I don’t want kids to go through as much pain as I had to,” he said.

YWCA SOUTHEAST WISCONSIN

M I S SI O N YWCA Southeast Wisconsin’s (SEW) mission is to eliminate racism and empower women, promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all.

1915 North Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive Milwaukee, WI 53212 (414) 374-1800

ywcasew.org facebook.com/YWCASEW @YWCASEW

53 $6,100,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1893 TOTAL EMPLOYEES: ANNUAL REVENUE:

SE RVIC E A RE A We serve residents of Southeast Wisconsin, primarily in the metropolitan areas of Milwaukee and Racine.

FUN DI NG SO U RC E S

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YWCA SEW strives to create a more equitable community through our one-of-a-kind, longstanding racial justice programming and thought leadership and by expanding our collaborative adult education and economic empowerment services. We seek stakeholders who want to be part of building a more vibrant and just Southeast Wisconsin.

An Evening to Promote Racial Justice – December 3, 2019 – An event designed as an annual capstone to our racial justice programming. This event honors individuals for their leadership with the Empowering Women and Eliminating Racism awards. Join as a guest or sponsor, submit an award nomination or place an ad in the program.

Circle of Women – April 23, 2020 – The region’s first premier event promoting the power of women’s philanthropy will celebrate 25 years at Discovery World. Be a Table Captain, corporate sponsor or purchase an ad for the program booklet.

n Subcontract Revenue............................................ 68% n Program Revenue.................................................... 13% n United Way of Greater Milwaukee and Waukesha & United Way of Racine County.......6%

n Events..............................................................................5% n Major Gifts.....................................................................5% n Annual Gifts...................................................................3%

EXECUTIVE L E A DERSHI P

V O LUN TE E R OPP ORT U NITIES

GIV ING OPP ORT U NITIES

Volunteers play an indispensable role in positively impacting the people who turn to us to build better lives for themselves and their families. There are various opportunities to volunteer, with many activities taking place during normal business hours, such as working with participants to complete employment searches, perform mock interviews, or helping to sort clothes in our boutiques in Milwaukee and/or Racine. We also welcome assistance during special events in spring and winter. Contact communication@ywcasew.org

Financial support reflects an investment in the future of our region and is essential to delivering high-quality services.

Support can be provided through tributes or memorial gifts, special event attendance, major gifts focused on a program area or gifts of any amount that have a mission-wide emphasis. Planned gifts – from beneficiary designations to trusts – are welcome at any time. We also invite corporate sponsorships, tailored event sponsorships, individual gifts or in-kind gifts.

B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS Lois Smith (Chair) H

Karen Dorece

Gary Hollander, PhD

Kimberley Noon

Deborah Allen, DBA

Raven Eggson-Washington

Laura Lindner (Development Chair) H

Ann Przybysz (Finance Chair) H

Yvonne Brodsky

Anne Gehring

Rae Livingston

Steve Stall

Sherry Clark

Andre Gordon

Erin Loofboro

Tiffany Strong Salaam, PhD

Lindsey Davis (Governance Chair) H

Marquita Hicks

Judith Mouton

Community Volunteer DNA Network

GE Healthcare

Paula Penebaker President & CEO

Lois Smith Board Chair

Northwestern Mutual Quarles & Brady LLP

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Talent Genesis

Advocate Aurora Health Associated Bank

Capitas Financial Midwest Community Volunteer

Gary Hollander Enterprises Littler Mendselson P.C. Abbvie Inc.

Badger Meter, Inc.

Cielo Healthcare

Clifton Larson Allen

Rockwell Automation Advocate Aurora Health

Johnson Controls Inc.

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YWCA Southeast Wisconsin presents the

15th Annual An Evening to Promote Racial Justice

Tuesday, December 3, 2019 | 5-8 p.m. | Marcus Center for the Performing Arts

Featuring Keynote Presenter

Maria Hinojosa

National Public Radio Journalist

Registration Now Open at www.ywcasew.org Follow YWCA Southeast Wisconsin on Facebook, LinkedIn and Twitter for updates & news!

Visit us at www.ywcasew.org to learn more about our mission, programs and upcoming events.

Paula Penebaker, we thank you for 20 years of fervent leadership as a prominent community leader and President & CEO of YWCA Southeast Wisconsin!

ZACHARIAH’S ACRES

M I S SI O N The mission of Zachariah’s Acres is to connect children with special health care needs, and their families, to the miracles of nature so they may know their Creator.

Administrative Office: 16575 Patricia Lane Brookfield, WI 53005 (262) 825-3737

zachariahsacres.org facebook.com/zachariahsacres

3 $750,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2012 TOTAL EMPLOYEES:

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Core Values: Faith • Authenticity • Compassion • Excellence • Servitude

SE RVIC E A RE A

One - Three Year Plan: • Forge impactful partnerships with like-minded non-profits.

• Help special kids transition from school to employment opportunities.

• 4,000 square feet greenhouse.

• Farmer’s market staffed by young adults with special needs.

Ten Year Plan: • Establish a foundation for financial, self-sustaining operation.

• Further our reputation as the pre-eminent, accessible campus that serves 10,000 special guests per year!

Southeastern Wisconsin and beyond.

FUN DI NG SO U RC E S

• Bird Hunt and Wild Game Lunch: February 29, 2020.

• Garden Basket CSA: June-September Farm fresh produce grown by special kids & volunteers at ZA’s.

• Dinner Under Stars: Saturday, June 27, 2020 Gourmet farm-to-table dinner.

• Golf Outing & Dinner Auction: Monday, August 17, 2020 Located at NEW La Belle Golf Club & Carriage House.

• Harvest Dinner: Friday, September 11th, 2020 Pig Roast, Live Music, and Homebrews!

• Trail Run/Walk/Roll: Saturday, October 10, 2020 Run/Walk/Roll, live music, cookout and more.

• Christmas Tree Fundraiser: Weekend after Thanksgiving, November 27-29th, 2020 Pre-cut trees, wreaths, nature-inspired gifts, and holiday fun for the whole family.

V O LUN TE E R OPP ORT U NITIES We are looking for positive, enthusiastic, dedicated, and servant-hearted people to join our team of volunteers.

GIV ING OPP ORT U NITIES

Use your gifts and experiences to make a difference in the lives of children with special needs.

Volunteer opportunities include: service projects (for your church, office, etc.), Eagle Scout candidate projects, construction, grounds crew, gardening, fundraising events, administrative support, family event station captains, field trip ambassadors, etc...

n Individuals.................................................................. 45% n Fundraising Events................................................. 20% n Grants & Foundations............................................ 20% n Businesses.................................................................. 10% n Churches........................................................................5%

EXECUTIVE L E A DERSHI P

B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS Jeff Kerlin (Vice-President) H Tailored Label Products

Gregg Bartowitz (Treasurer) H Thomson Reuters Corporation

Tom Price

Spring Creek Church President & Co-Founder Vice President

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Visit zachariahsacres.org/donate to make a donation today!

Please visit zachariahsacres.org/volunteer for current volunteer opportunities.

Terry Bartowitz (President & Co-Founder) H

Mr. Terry Bartowitz Mr. Jeff Kerlin

• Make a monthly donation to Zachariah’s Acres.

• Event Sponsorships.

• In-kind donations.

• Contribute services and/or materials to site development.

Alan Petelinsek

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B.J Westfahl

Westfahl & Westfahl, S.C.

Jose Hernandez

Milwaukee County House of Correction

Kevin Pagenkopf

Pagenkopf Funeral Home

Cindy Pagenkopf

Pagenkopf Funeral Home

Business Development Power Test, Inc

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ZOOLOGICAL SOCIETY OF MILWAUKEE

M I S SI O N The mission of the Zoological Society of Milwaukee is to take part in conserving wildlife and endangered species, to educate people about the importance of wildlife and the environment, and to support the Milwaukee County Zoo.

10005 West Bluemound Road Milwaukee, WI 53226 (414) 258-2333

zoosociety.org facebook.com/ZooPass @ZooSocietyMKE

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Conserve: The Society’s far-reaching contributions include providing funds for staff to participate in research programs in various countries and funding veterinary residency programs in exotic animal medicine and pathology at the Zoo.

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Educate: The Society offers year-round science-based, handson classes, camps and school programs to help children and adults learn and care more about animals and conservation.

Support: Helping the Milwaukee County Zoo maintain its reputation as Wisconsin’s premier educational and cultural treasure is a big part of the Society’s mission. Together, the Zoo and Society serve more than 1.3 million people annually.

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Zoo Pride Volunteer Auxiliary: Volunteers choose from a wide variety of activities to support the Society and the Zoo. Training is held to teach volunteers more about the Zoo and its animals.

Zoo Pass members enjoy free regular Zoo admission, discounts on education classes and camps, members-only events and more!

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Give to our Adventure Africa Capital Campaign to help the Zoo.

B OAR D O F D I R E C T O RS John Grunau

Daniel Kempken

Scott Redlinger

Rich Tennessen

Meghan Shannon Berndt

Peter Hammond

John Kissinger

Harold Redman

Derek Tyus

Margaret Harris

Maria Gonzalez Knavel

Barry Sattell

Greg Wesley

Nezih Hasanoglu

Russell Kohl

Kim Schaffer

Jane Wierzba

Tanya Hines

Joe Kresl

Rick Schmidt

Ray Wilson

Katherine Hust

Caroline Krider

Roger Smith

Emory Ireland

Thomas (T.J.) Marini

Jon Sohn

Karen Peck Katz

Anthony Marino

Judy Holz Stathas

John Kellerman

Jay McKenna

David Strelitz

Peggy Kelsey

Kat Morrow

Michael Stull

Eric Christophersen Christine Culver Nate Cunniff Joe Frohna Tami Garrison Jodi Gibson

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William Bergum

Kevin Burns

President & CEO

The Platypus Circle offers unique benefits to individuals and corporations including transferable membership cards, exhibit premier invitations, behind-the-scenes tours, plus so much more!

Donate to our annual appeal campaign, attend fundraising events or sponsor a Zoo animal. Join the Simba Circle by establishing a planned gift.

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Jodi Gibson

Go to zoosociety.org for more information and a complete listing of all events.

V O LUN TE E R OPP ORT U NITIES

Community volunteers provide help with events such as Zootastic, Zoo Ball and our annual bike ride.

EXECUTIVE L E A DERSHI P

Puttin’ on the Ritz - January 2020 Zumba Fitness Party at the Zoo - February 2020 Zootastic - May 2020 Zoo Ball - June 2020 Birdies and Eagles Golf Tournament - July 2020 Snooze at the Zoo - August 2020 Animal Safari - August 2020 Ride on the Wild Side Bike Event - September 2020 Zoo Brew - October 2020 The Fantastic Forest - December 2020

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The Zoological Society of Milwaukee takes action in...

CONSERVING wildlife and endangered species, EDUCATING people about the importance of wildlife and the environment, and SUPPORTING the Milwaukee County Zoo. FOR MORE ON THE SOCIETY AND OUR WORK, PLEASE SEE zoosociety.org

Twitter.com/ZooSocietyMKE

Facebook.com/ZooPass

Snapchat: ZooSocietyMKE

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Milwaukee Zoo Pass App: ZooPassApp.com

10005 W. Bluemound Rd., Milwaukee, WI 53226-4383 | 414-258-2333

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N O N P R O F I T D I R E C T O RY To submi t a li s t i n g, go t o b i z t i m e s.c o m /g i v i ng 4C-For Children, Inc.

American Cancer Society

Bel Canto Chorus

Camp Hometown Heroes

Club Kids in Danger Saved Inc.

4c-forchildren.org

cancer.org

belcanto.org

hometownheroes.org

clubkids414.org

To connect people and resources to cultivate accessible and highquality early care and education for the benefit of children, families, and communities.

The American Cancer Society is the nationwide, community-based, voluntary health organization on a mission to save lives, celebrate life, and lead the fight for a world without cancer.

American Heart Association

abcdbreastcancersupport.org

heart.org

Camp Hometown Heroes, a national free week-long overnight summer camp for children and siblings between the ages of seven to seventeen of fallen U.S. service members, provide the children with the opportunity to openly discuss their feelings and experiences.

To empower the kids with the knowledge, strength and determination to become a better person and citizen of the community by educating them with the skills they need to succeed.

ABCD: After Breast Cancer Diagnosis

To enrich the lives of its audiences and its singing members through the outstanding live presentation of the finest choral music and to reach out to the community in order to share the benefits and joy of singing.

To nurtures hope and restores confidence in anyone affected by a breast cancer diagnosis by providing free, personalized information and one-to-one support to patients, families and friends.

To build healthier lives, free of cardiovascular diseases and stroke.

Abundant Life Food Pantry & Referral Services alc1.org/foodpantry To assist and provide supplemental food to the families or individuals within the Oconomowoc and surrounding communities that have been impacted by financial difficulties.

Acts Housing actshousing.org Promote affordable home ownership that fosters a low-income family’s ability to be self-empowered, thereby reducing community blight, neighborhood deterioration, and poverty.

Advocates of Ozaukee advocatesofozaukee.com With a commitment to safety, respect, and compassion for individuals and families, Advocates of Ozaukee works to end domestic and sexual violence through prevention, intervention, education and advocacy.

Agape Community Center agape-center.org In the spirit of compassion and social justice, Agape Community Center is committed to building community with northwest Milwaukee neighborhoods so everyone can thrive.

AIDS Resource Center of Wisconsin - ARCW

American Lung Association in WI lungwi.org The American Lung Association is the leading organization working to save lives by improving lung health and preventing lung disease through research, education and advocacy.

American Red Cross redcross.org/wisconsin The American Red Cross prevents and alleviates human suffering in the face of emergencies by mobilizing the power of volunteers and the generosity of donors.

Angel On My Shoulder angelonmyshoulder.org To further the well being of those affected by the cancer crisis through the empowerment of individuals, enhancement of quality of life and perpetuation of a vision of limitless possibilities.

Archdiocese of Milwaukee archmil.org To proclaim the Gospel of Jesus Christ through his saving death and resurrection by calling, forming and sending disciples to go and make new disciples.

Artists Working in Education awe-inc.org To provide youth in the Milwaukee area with arts enrichment programs to enhance human potential, advance learning and cultivate community.

Best Buddies Wisconsin bestbuddieswisconsin.org Best Buddies Wisconsin enhances the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) by fostering friendship and social inclusion.

Bethesda Lutheran Communities BethesdaLutheranCommunities.org To enhance the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities through services that share the good news of Jesus Christ.

Better Business Bureau of Wisconsin Foundation, Inc. bbb.org/wisconsin/bbb-foundation Helping to advance marketplace trust through education and the support of individuals, businesses and charities operating with integrity.

Betty Brinn Children’s Museum bbcmkids.org The Museum provides evidencebased learning opportunities that prepare children to become capable students and responsible adults.

Use service as a tool to strengthen bodies, empower minds and build communities.

Cardinal Stritch University

College Possible Milwaukee

stritch.edu/giving

CollegePossible.org/Milwaukee

Cardinal Stritch University, sponsored by the Sisters of St. Francis of Assisi and rooted in the liberal arts tradition, transforms lives and communities through servant leadership, learning, and service.

Helps low-income Milwaukee students earn college degrees through an intensive curriculum of coaching and support.

Campus Kitchen at Marquette campuskitchens.org

Catholic Charities ccmke.org Inspired by Christ’s call to serve, our mission is to provide service to those in need, to advocate for justice and to call upon others to do the same.

SERVING PEOPLE OF ALL FAITHS

Cedar Community cedarcommunity.org

beyondvision.com Enrich the lives of Americans who are blind through the dignity of work valued by customers and the community.

Center for Communication, Hearing & Deafness

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Milwaukee

The Center for Communication, Hearing & Deafness is a nonprofit that helps infants, children, and adults with hearing loss by eliminating communication and language barriers through personalized services, technology, and education.

bbbsmilwaukee.org Provides children facing adversity with strong and enduring, professionally supported one-to-one mentoring relationships that change their lives for the better, forever.

cchdwi.org

arcw.org

Association for Pelvic Organ Prolapse Support

The AIDS Resource Center of Wisconsin is at the forefront of HIV prevention, care and treatment and is dedicated to providing quality medical, dental, mental health and social services for all people with HIV.

APOPS mission is to advance worldwide pelvic organ prolapse awareness, guidance, and support, and to innovate universal POP healthcare, education, and research.

To continue building strong, sustainable African American arts organizations in Milwaukee that preserve and promote the history and culture of the African diaspora and inspire creativity in future generations.

centrohispanomke.org

Atonement Lutheran School

Bookworm Gardens

Children’s Wisconsin is a private, independent, not-for-profit health care system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children.

Alliance Operations Support Services - Milwaukee alliance1.org/operations-services To increase the capacity of nonprofit organizations by providing solutions and services that strengthen and streamline business operations, enabling their staff to focus on their mission-based, programmatic work.

ALS Association, Inc., Wisconsin Chapter alsawi.org To lead the fight to cure and treat ALS through global, cutting-edge research, and to empower people with ALS and their families to live fuller lives by providing them with compassionate care and support.

Alzheimer’s Association, Southeastern Wisconsin alz.org/sewi To eliminate Alzheimer’s disease through the advancement of research; to provide and enhance care and support for all affected; and to reduce the risk of dementia through the promotion of brain health.

America SCORES Milwaukee AmericaSCORESmke.org To inspire urban youth to lead healthy lives, be engaged students, and have the confidence and character to make a difference in the world.

pelvicorganprolapsesupport.org

atonementmke.org

bookwormgardens.org

To partner with families, our congregation, and the community to prepare every child for eternity with Jesus and a life of Christian service.

To enrich the mind, body, and spirit of the young and young at heart through exploration in a garden environment based on children’s literature.

Aurora Health Care Foundation aurora.org/foundation The mission of Aurora Health Care Foundation is to enable and foster support from our community in order to advance the purpose of Aurora Health Care, and help more people live well.

Autism Society of Southeastern Wisconsin

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee boysgirlsclubs.org To inspire and empower all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens.

Brady East STD Clinic

assew.org

bestd.org

Improving the lives of all affected by autism and serving as the primary Autism/Asperger Syndrome PDD resource in the nine counties we serve.

We provide quality, professional sexually transmitted disease diagnosis and treatment as well as HIV/AIDS prevention counseling and testing in a manner that is sensitive to the sexual orientation and gender identity of our clients.

Bader Philanthropies bader.org A philanthropic leader in improving the quality of life of the diverse communities in which it works.

Balance, Inc. balanceinc.org To improve the lives of individuals with developmental disabilities, their families and the community.

Barcel Suzuki String Academy barcelsuzuki.com To enrich the lives of children through music.

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Broadscope Disability Services broadscope.org Advancing opportunities for people with disabilities and their families in Southeastern Wisconsin.

Bryon Riesch Paralysis Foundation

coa-yfc.org Helps Milwaukee children, teens, and families reach their greatest potential through a continuum of educational, recreational, and social work programs offered through its urban community centers and rural camp facility.

Cedar Community’s mission is to model Christ’s love for humanity by creating life-enhancing relationships, services and environments.

Beyond Vision

COA Youth & Family Centers

Centro Hispano Milwaukee (Council for the Spanish Speaking) Advocates on behalf of Latinos and the socially and economically challenged.

Children’s Wisconsin chw.org/giving

Christmas Clearing Council of Waukesha County christmasclearingcouncil.org The purpose of this organization is to promote, coordinate and provide community giving to children in need during the Christmas holiday season and to avoid the duplication of giving in Waukesha County.

Churchill Society of Wisconsin churchillsocietyofwi.org One of 25 USA authorized affiliates in the International Churchill Society.

Established in 1968 to educate new generations in the leadership, statesmanship, vision, courage and boldness of Sir Winston Churchill.

City Champs Foundation citychamps.org Uplift kids, and positively impact local communities through the discipline and education of boxing and mixed martial arts training. City Champs finds youth from challenged environments with a desire to learn martial arts, but can’t afford it.

brpf.org

City Year Milwaukee

The Bryon Riesch Paralysis Foundation’s goal is to find a cure for paralysis through funding the latest in medical research and to provide assistance to those that suffer from neurological disorders.

cityyear.org/milwaukee Build democracy through citizen service, civic leadership and social entrepreneurship. City Year unites young adults, ages 17-24, to serve full-time as tutors, mentors and role models in high need schools.

Columbia St. Mary’s Foundation supportcsm.org At Columbia St. Mary’s Foundation, we cultivate philanthropic support by connecting community members who are called to care through their gifts to Ascension Columbia St. Mary’s programs and services.

Commemorative Air Force Wisconsin Wing cafwi.org To educate, inspire and honor through flight. Our goal is to preserve World War II aircraft and to educate people about the stories of the men and women who built, maintained and flew them.

Community Advocates communityadvocates.net To provide individuals and families with advocacy and services that meet their basic needs so they may live in dignity.

Community Care, Inc. communitycareinc.org Develop and demonstrate innovative, flexible, community-based approaches to care for at-risk adults, in order to optimize their quality of life and optimize the allocation of community resources.

Community Projects Committee, Inc. cpforseniors.org Brighten the lives of low-income senior citizens and disabled individuals over the age of 50, by providing meal & social programs, and one annual care package.

Community Warehouse thecommunitywarehouse.org Community Warehouse exists to glorify the Lord Jesus Christ by serving the neighborhoods and non-profits of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. We are a non-profit, faith-based organization set up to provide people in the Milwaukee community with affordable home.

Concordia University cuw.edu Concordia University Wisconsin is a Lutheran higher education community committed to helping students develop in mind, body, and spirit for service to Christ in the Church and the world.

Convergence Resource Center convergenceresource.org

Creative Employment Opportunities dba TransCen, Inc. ceomke.com Improving the lives of people with disabilities through meaningful work and community inclusion.

Cristo Rey Jesuit High School cristoreymilwaukee.org Cristo Rey Jesuit is a Catholic, college prep high school for young women and men of all faiths and limited financial means which integrates rigorous academics, professional work experiences, and spiritual development.

Crohns & Colitis Foundation, Wisconsin Chapter crohnscolitisfoundation.org/ chapters/Wisconsin To cure Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, and to improve the quality of life of children and adults affected by these diseases.

Curative Care Network Curative.org Curative Care Network improves the function and quality of life for persons with disabilities or limiting conditions through high quality care and services.

Danceworks, Inc. danceworksmke.org Enhance the joy, health and creativity of the community through performances, classes and outreach activities that integrate dance and other art forms.

Discovery World discoveryworld.org Discovery World educates, motivates, mobilizes, and inspires the entrepreneurs and innovators of the 21st century.

Dominican Center for Women, Inc. dominican-center.org The Dominican Center for Women, Inc. partners with the community to maintain and enhance a beautiful, stable, healthy and safe neighborhood consisting of residents who are community-minded and are striving to be meaningfully educated and employed.

Donate Life Wisconsin DonateLifeWisconsin.com Donate Life Wisconsin is a not-forprofit alliance committed to increasing organ, eye and tissue donation and transplantation in Wisconsin. We work to inspire Wisconsin citizens to save and heal lives by registering as donors.

Dr. James Cameron Legacy Foundation, Inc. abhmuseum.org ABHM builds public awareness of the harmful legacies of slavery in America and promotes racial repair, reconciliation, and healing. We envision a society that remembers its past in order to shape a better future - a nation undivided by race where every person matters equally.

Early Music Now earlymusicnow.org Early Music Now is dedicated to the creation of lively connections with the past through historically informed presentations of music composed before 1800.

To provide services to men & women rebuilding their lives after trauma with emphasis of formerly incarcerated & human trafficking survivors by administering resources with the goal of deterring re-incarceration or repetition of destructive behaviors.

Easter Seals Southeast Wisconsin

COPE Services

Ebenezer Child Care Centers

eastersealswise.com To change the way the world defines and views disabilities by making profound, positive, differences in people’s lives every day.

ebenezerchildcare.com

copeservices.org The mission of COPE Services is to provide emotional support and crisis intervention to Ozaukee County and the Greater Milwaukee Area. This mission will be accomplished by the maintenance of a 24 hour telephone helpline, a website, and a chat line.

Ebenezer Child Care Centers, Inc. sets the standard for superior child care by partnering with parents and the community to create diverse, innovative, and nurturing environments that provide a foundation for learning.

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N O N P R O F I T D I R E C T O RY To su b m it a l ist ing, go to biztimes.com/giv in g EconomicsWisconsin economicswisconsin.org EconomicsWisconsin promotes economic education and financial literacy by developing and conducting programs for K-12 teachers, opinion leaders and business professionals.

Eisenhower Center eisenhowercenter.org Eisenhower Center, Inc. is a non-profit, innovative work-training program that provides a comprehensive array of rehabilitation services for people with developmental disabilities.

Elevate Inc. elevateyou.org At Elevate we believe that healthy individuals build strong communities.

That’s why we strive to address the root causes of high-risk behaviors through prevention, intervention and residential programs that focus on drug and alcohol issues, mental health and delinquency.

Employ Milwaukee employmilwaukee.org To build a strong workforce development system by planning, coordinating, collaborating and monitoring workforce initiatives with businesses, partners and community stakeholders at the local, regional, and state level to ensure a skilled and productive workforce for the 21st century.

Endometriosis Association EndometriosisAssn.org Focuses on three equally important areas of emphasis: support, education programs and promoting research in collaboration with leading medical researchers worldwide.

Eternal Wish Foundation eternalwish.org Eternal Wish Foundation is dedicated to granting wish experiences to adults with irreversible life threatening conditions that oak sufficient resources for self-fulfillment.

Exploit No More exploitnomore.org Exploit No More is dedicated to ending child sex trafficking in the Greater Milwaukee region. ENM works with private, public, and other non-profit community organizations dedicated to serving youth and eradicating child sex trafficking.

Family Enrichment Center of Ozaukee, Inc. ozaukeefec.org Strengthening Nonprofits for a better community

Friends of Boerner Botanical Gardens, Inc. boernerbotanicalgardens.org The mission of the Friends of Boerner Botanical Gardens is to provide a garden setting for learning that nurtures understanding, enjoyment and stewardship of our natural world, while nourishing and preserving the gardens for future generations.

Friends of Horicon Education and Visitor Center horiconmarsh.org Our mission is to provide financial and volunteer support for the Wisconsin DNR and Horicon Marsh’s efforts to educate visitors about the needs, values and uses of watersheds, wetlands and wildlife.

Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin froedtert.com Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin advances the health of the communities we serve through exceptional care enhanced by innovation and discovery.

Funeral Service Foundation funeralservicefoundation.org We fund projects and programs that support all of funeral service in building meaningful relationships in the community.

Gay & Lesbian Community Fund glcommunityfund.org Helping LGBT Organizations and Programs in Southeastern Wisconsin

Geneva National Foundation genevanationalfoundation.org Exists to support individuals with disabilities or special needs, their families, and the 501 (c)(3) organizations and agencies that provide for them in Walworth County, WI.

GiGi’s Playhouse Milwaukee LLC gigisplayhouse.org/milwaukee Changing the way the world sees Down syndrome by offering FREE educational, therapeutic, and social programming to individuals of all ages with Down syndrome or other disabilities .

We promote global acceptance for all!

Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Southeast gswise.org Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place.

Girls On The Run of Southeastern Wisconsin gotr-milwaukee.org

To solve hunger.

Inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running.

First Stage

Give Back Wisconsin

Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin feedingamericawi.org

firststage.org Touches hearts, engages minds, and transforms lives by creating extraordinary theater experiences for young people and families through professional theater productions.

Fondy Food Center fondymarket.org The Fondy Food Center connects Greater Milwaukee to local, fresh food “from farm to market to table“ so that children learn better, adults live healthier, and communities celebrate cultural food traditions.

Food Pantry of Waukesha County waukeshafoodpantry.org The Food Pantry of Waukesha County provides food, hope, and dignity to county residents in need, and advocates to increase awareness of hunger in the community through collaborative action

givebackwi.org Dedicated to raising funds for positive programs that support and enhance the lives of the diverse groups of people in our local communities.

Global Partners: Running Waters, Inc.

Grand Avenue Club

House of Love Youth Homes, Inc.

Junior Achievement

Lynden Sculpture Garden

grandavenueclub.org

house-of-love.org

wisconsin.ja.org

lyndensculpturegarden.org

An organization that has had a very positive impact on hundreds of people in our community who struggle with the challenge of mental illness.

Junior Achievement prepares young people to successfully navigate their economic future.

The Lynden Sculpture Garden offers a unique experience of art in nature through its collection of more than 50 monumental sculptures sited across 40 acres of park, pond and woodland.

greatermilwaukeefoundation.org

House of Love Youth Homes, Inc. is a Christian-based organization, which prepares youth to lead self-sufficient lives by providing the loving family environment that is missing in their lives. We do this through our group homes and independent living

To inspire philanthropy, serve donors, and strengthen communities now and for future generations.

Humane Animal Welfare Society of Waukesha County, Inc.

Greater Milwaukee Foundation

Haggerty Museum of Art at Marquette University marquette.edu/haggerty Advances Marquette University’s mission by enriching the intellectual and creative lives of students and communities at large through engagement with the museum’s collections, exhibitions, and programs.

Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center jccmilwaukee.org A non-profit, social service agency founded upon Jewish ethics and values.

Havenwoods Economic Development Corporation havenwoods.org We support and serve as we develop new and innovative strategies that makes Havenwoods one of Milwaukee’s choice neighborhoods.

Healing Warrior Hearts/ Starfish Foundation healingwarriorhearts.org Healing Warrior Hearts provides programs for military personnel and their families, dedicated to healing the emotional, moral and spiritual wounds of war. The Starfish Foundation, a 501c3 charitable organization, sponsors Healing Warrior Hearts.

Hebron House of Hospitality, Inc. hebronhouse.org Provides shelter and services to help individuals and families overcome their homelessness.

Heritage Christian Schools, Inc. heritagechristianschools.org

gpsed.org An innovative education model that uniquely prepares students to succeed in technical careers and promotes viability for business while strengthening their communities.

We believe that every person has the right to adequate food obtained with dignity. We work to prevent hunger and malnutrition by providing food to people in need today and by promoting social policies to achieve a hunger free community tomorrow.

IMPACT impactinc.org

herzing.edu Provide high quality undergraduate and graduate degrees and diploma programs to prepare a diverse and geographically distributed student population to meet the needs of employers in technology, business, healthcare, and public safety.

Homeless Assistance Leadership Organization, Inc. (HALO) haloinc.org The mission of the Homeless Assistance Leadership Organization (HALO) is to provide a pathway to self-sufficiency for those experiencing homelessness in Racine County.

Hometown Heroes, Inc.

Horizon Home Care & Hospice hhch.net Optimize health and quality of life for patients & families in the home & other settings.

Hospice Alliance hospicealliance.org Dedicated to caring for the terminally ill and empowering those who support them. We strive to provide comfort in order to enhance the quality of life each day.

kathys-house.org A hospital guest house committed to providing affordable lodging and caring support in a home away from home environment for families who need to travel to Milwaukee for medical care

Kids from Wisconsin kidsfromwisconsin.org The Kids From Wisconsin shall seek out, train and showcase the musically gifted youth of Wisconsin in a manner which will demonstrate the outstanding artistic talent, personal character and leadership potential present in Wisconsin’s greatest natural resource, its young people.

Kisses from Keegan & Friends kissesfromkeegan.org Granting wishes and joyful experiences for local kids fighting cancer.

Help people take the first step toward changing their life, for good. We assess and guide those experiencing personal crisis toward resources to achieve stability; and collaborate with community partners to foster system improvement.

La Causa, Inc.

In Tandem Theatre

Lad Lake

intandemtheatre.org Committed to creating innovative, exciting live theatre designed to inspire, enlighten, provoke and entertain a diverse audience through comedy, drama, musicals, classics and new works.

IndependenceFirst independenceFirst.org Our mission is to effectively facilitate empowerment of individuals with disabilities through operations and services.

Inhabit Milwaukee inhabitmke.org Inhabit is a church-based nonprofit organization that moves Christian Leaders into the central city of Milwaukee to live and serve.

Linking Older Adults with a Caring Community.

Provides support and healing to children and families facing trauma.

GPS Education Partners

hungertaskforce.org

Herzing University

hometownheroes.org

To create autism awareness, teach acceptance of differences, and foster empathy for students on the autism spectrum among their typically-developing peers.

Hunger Task Force

Interfaith Older Adult Programs, Inc.

Build relationships that will provide financial resources to rural communities in Latin America and meet their needs for clean water, food, education, and improved health.

goodfriendinc.com

Leads the community in animal welfare and assures sanctuary for animals in need.

This mission of Heritage Christian Schools is to train and inspire servant leaders through exceptional Christcenter education and programs.

globalpartnersrunningwaters.org

Good Friend, Inc.

hawspets.org

Kathy’s House

interfaithmilw.org

International Institute of Wisconsin iiwisconsin.org An organization dedicated to the promotion of international cooperation, understanding, and a multi-ethnic, multi-cultural perspective through education, arts, exchange, communication, social activities, and immigration and naturalization services.

J.K. Lee City Youth Martial Arts Program, Inc. cityyouthmartialarts.com Through the many benefits of martial arts, we provide youth in underserved communities an opportunity to learn within a supportive environment that fosters respect, confidence, discipline, and sportsmanship, while promoting mental health, physical fitness, focus, and well-being.

Jewish Home and Care Center Foundation jewishseniorliving.org To provide our Jewish community with those services that enable our seniors or infirm to be part of a quality Jewish environment with comfort, meaning, independence and dignity.

Journey House journeyhouse.org

lacausa.org To provide children, youth and families with quality, comprehensive services to nurture healthy family life and enhance community stability.

ladlake.org

MACC Fund, Midwest Athletes Against Childhood Cancer, Inc. maccfund.org The MACC Fund raises funds for research in Wisconsin for childhood cancer and related blood disorders like sickle cell disease and aplastic anemia providing a Gift of Hope Through Research.

Make-A-Wish Wisconsin wisconsin.wish.org Together, we create life-changing wishes for children with critical illnesses.

Marcus Performing Arts Center marcuscenter.org The Marcus Performing Arts Center acts as an energizing force that connects our community to the world through collaboration, innovation, social engagement and the transformative power of live performing arts

Marian Center for Nonprofits mariancenter.net The Marian Center for Nonprofits provides affordable spaces for nonprofit organizations and creates opportunities for nonprofits to grow.

Guiding Growth. Reaching Potential. Living Responsibly.

Marquette University High School

Life Navigators

Marquette University High School is a Catholic, Jesuit, urban collegepreparatory school for young men.

It strives to form leaders who are Religious, Loving, Seeking Intellectual Excellence, Committed to Justice and Open to Growth.

lifenavigators.org To improve the quality of life for individuals with developmental and related disabilities, their families and the community through information, education, advocacy and life planning services.

Lifestriders Inc. lifestriders.org Provides life-enhancing physical and psychological experiences and services to individuals and families with special needs.

Lighthouse Youth Center lighthouseyouthcenter.com A beacon for Christ to the youth of the community.

LISC - Local Initiatives Support Corporation lisc.org/milwaukee Together with residents and partners, LISC forges resilient and inclusive communities of opportunity across America – great places to live, work, visit, do business and raise families.

muhs.edu

MATC Foundation Inc. matc.edu/foundation The MATC Foundation raises funds for student scholarships and emergency grants. We also engage funders in supporting MATC educational programs addressing workforce development needs of the community.

Meals On Wheels of Sheboygan County, Inc. Freshmealsonwheels.org To enhance the quality of independent living through affordable, nutritious, home-delivered meals and caring social interaction.

Menomonee Valley Partners renewthevalley.org

luminschools.org

Revitalize and sustain the Menomonee Valley as a thriving urban district that advances economical, ecological, and social equity for the benefit of the greater Milwaukee community

Provide safe, Christian schools focused on educational success, leadership development, and spiritual growth.

Mental Health America of Wisconsin

Lumin Schools

Luther Manor Senior Living Community luthermanor.org To share God’s love by enriching the lives of older adults.

Lutheran Home Foundation thelutheranhome.org The Lutheran Home Foundation is dedicated to raising, stewarding and distributing funds to sustain and advance the Christian mission of the Lutheran Home and Harwood Place.

Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin & Upper Michigan lsswis.org Motivated by the compassion of Christ, we help people improve the quality of their lives.

mhawisconsin.org MHA of Wisconsin is dedicated to improving the mental health of all individuals through Advocacy, Education and Service.

Messmer Catholic Schools messmerschools.org Dedicated to serving a culturally diverse population and providing its students with an education that represents the schools’ Catholic heritage.

Milwaukee Achiever Literacy Services, Inc. MilwaukeeAchiever.org Milwaukee Achiever provides education, life skills training and workforce development instruction to adults in an atmosphere of mutual acceptance and respect. Learners are inspired and empowered to enrich their lives and their communities.

Journey House empowers families to move out of poverty through adult education, workforce development, and youth development.

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Milwaukee Public Theatre

Nativity Jesuit Academy

MKEConservancy.org

milwaukeepublictheatre.org

njms.org

To preserve and protect valuable land and water resources for the benefit of the public, as well as for the wildlife dependent on these resources, in order to maintain quality of life, biological diversity, and natural scenic beauty.

Milwaukee Public Theatre, Ltd. (“MPT”) is a professional not-forprofit touring company that increases awareness of current social issues, promotes cultural diversity, and provides healing arts resources.

With a Nativity education, students are poised for a life of caring, compassion, and Christian leadership and service.

Milwaukee Art Museum

Milwaukee Repertory Theater

mam.org

MilwaukeeRep.com

The Milwaukee Art Museum collects and preserves art, presenting it to the community as a vital source of inspiration and education.

Ignites positive change in the cultural, social, and economic vitality of its community by creating world-class theater experiences that entertain, provoke, and inspire meaningful dialogue among an audience representative of Milwaukee’s rich diversity.

Milwaukee Center for Independence mcfi.net To assist individuals and families with special needs to better live and work in the community.

Milwaukee Children’s Choir MilwaukeeChildrensChoir.org Provides exceptional choral music education and performance experiences to children, ages 4-18, that foster creativity, personal expression and social growth.

Milwaukee Christian Center mccwi.org Believes all people deserve to be treated with compassion and dignity.

We exist to move people beyond the challenges of poverty by offering programs and services that are life-affirming and supportive.

Milwaukee Community Sailing Center sailingcenter.org To promote sailing and make Lake Michigan accessible to everyone in the Milwaukee community through quality programs.

Milwaukee Debate League milwaukeedebateleague.org The mission of the Milwaukee Debate League is to measurably improve students’ academic achievement and their expectations of themselves by engaging in rigorous academic policy debate.

Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity milwaukeehabitat.org Seeking to put God’s love into action, Milwaukee Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities and hope.

Milwaukee Institute of Art & Design miad.edu On graduating from MIAD’s transformative curriculum, students join thousands of successful alumni whose talents are continuously in demand, and whose lifework is driven by the passion to inspire, problem-solve & innovate for our economy and society.

Milwaukee NARI Foundation, Inc. milwaukeenarifoundation.org Create awareness of the home improvement and remodeling industry through educational programs and community activities.

Milwaukee PBS Milwaukeepbs.org Educates, informs, and entertains the imaginations of adults and children alike.

Milwaukee Public Library Foundation mpl.org/donate Provides essential support through private contributions for books, materials, programs, and library facilities to ensure continued standing as a great library, responsive to community needs.

Milwaukee Public Schools Foundation, Inc. mpsfoundation.net Inspire, engage, and motivate the community in support of Milwaukee Public Schools and the academic achievement of its students.

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Milwaukee Rescue Mission milmission.org Faithfully served those who are homeless and poor in Milwaukee since 1893.

Milwaukee Succeeds milwaukeesucceeds.org/who-weare/leadership Milwaukee Succeeds unites our community around a commitment to support strategies that will achieve our shared vision of success for every child, in every school, cradle to career.

Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra mso.org The MSO exists to comfort, educate, entertain and exhilarate the human soul through events of cultural significance, relevance and artistic challenge; to embrace, preserve and foster our musical heritage; and to enhance the vibrancy of our community.

Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra myso.org Empowers young people from diverse backgrounds to joyfully pursue musical excellence while building crucial life skills.

Mind Shift mindshift.works Through Mind Shift’s self-sustaining model, businesses benefit from the detail-oriented skills of people on the autism spectrum while providing meaningful, sustainable employment.

Neighborhood House of Milwaukee nh-milw.org To build a strong community by strengthening individuals, families, and the neighborhood.

Next Door nextdoormke.org Next Door supports the intellectual, physical and emotional development of children by partnering with their families for success in school and the community.

Northwest Side Community Development Corporation nwscdc.org To enhance the standard of living on the northwest side by improving the business environment for our low-income communities through community economic development.

NYC Inc newyoungcreators.com NYC Inc’s mission is to purchase manage and develop affordable and safe homes for single parents and low income families. We prepare our renter to become buyers when they are ready to make the transition into home ownership.

Operation FINALLY HOME ofhwisconsin.com Joining forces with corporate sponsors, builder associations, builders, developers, individual contributors, and volunteers to help wounded war Heroes and their families transition to their home field by building a home to call their own.

Our Next Generation ongkids.org A community-based organization that provides academic support and enrichment programs for students, kindergarten through high school, in central Milwaukee.

Outreach Community Health Centers, Inc.

Peace Learning Center of Milwaukee plcmke.org To be a catalyst in the community for non-violent conflict management, and respect for self, others, and the environment.

PEACE through PIE peacethroughpie.org We are a national non-profit focused on creating a culture of peace through the simple act of sharing pie. We partner with schools, businesses, and communities to offer tools and opportunities for people to come together and interact peacefully.

Penfield Children’s Center penfieldchildren.org Provides therapy services, Early Education and Care, a Special Care Nursery, family services and the Behavior Clinic. We also serve children through Milwaukee County’s Birth-to-Three program.

Pewaukee Area Arts Council pewaukeearts.org To encourage and promote quality arts experiences, programs, events and cultural opportunities in the greater Pewaukee Area.

Pi Sigma Epsilon National Educational Foundation pse.org

polishcenterofwisconsin.org To promote understanding and appreciation of Polish heritage and culture as embodied in traditions, history, language, current affairs and the arts

Portal, inc. portalinc.org To enhance opportunities for people with disabilities to participate fully in their community as valued neighbors, productive workers & respected citizens.

Present Music engages artists and audiences in imaginative and provocative experiences with new music through ensemble performance, education and commissioning.

Ozaukee Family Services

Prevent Blindness Wisconsin

MOWA celebrates the value, diversity, and uniqueness of the visual arts and artists of Wisconsin. This is achieved by collecting, conserving, documenting, exhibiting, and promoting aesthetic understandings of the visual arts of Wisconsin.

OzaukeeFamilyServices.org

wisconsin.preventblindness.org

Improving lives to help families succeed

Improves the lives of children, adults, and families through early detection of eye conditions to prevent blindness and preserve sight.

Muslim Community and Health Center

This organization has developed a unique expertise on a wide variety of issues involving the special needs of our members – veterans of the armed forces who have experienced spinal cord injury or dysfunction.

wisconsinart.org

mchcwi.org To strengthen the Milwaukee community and increase the well-being of its residents by providing free and charitable health care services, social services, counseling, wellness education.

National Kidney Foundation of Wisconsin kidneywi.org Advances change and transforms care through action, advocacy and collaboration to impact the health and well-being of individuals and families who live with or are at-risk of chronic kidney disease.

National Multiple Sclerosis Society-Wisconsin Chapter wisMS.org We mobilize people and resources to drive research for a cure and to address the challenges of everyone affected by multiple sclerosis.

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Paralyzed Veterans of America - WI Chapter wisconsinpva.org

Pathfinders PathfindersMKE.org Pathfinders’ mission is Empowering Youth. Changing Lives. Our vision is to ensure all youth are safe, healthy, independent, successful and valued.

PAVE pave.org PAVE’s mission is to make excellent educational opportunities possible for low-income families in Milwaukee. We support excellent board governance and leadership, and build organizational capacity to encourage and sustain high-quality K-12 schools.

Rebuilding Together Greater Milwaukee

Professional Fire Fighters of Wisconsin Charitable Foundation, Inc. pffwcf.org To promote, encourage, and foster fire safety, burn prevention, and fire safety education. We support burn survivors of all ages and sponsor the Summer Camp for Burn Injured Youth.

Racine Art Museum Association, Inc. ramart.org The mission of the Racine Art Museum is to exhibit, collect, preserve, and educate in the contemporary visual arts.

Racine Symphony Orchestra racinesymphony.org The mission of the Racine Symphony Orchestra is to enrich, educate, and entertain our communities through the power of music.

Schauer Arts & Activities Center schauercenter.org Developing, supporting, and promoting the arts by providing experiences that inspire creativity and connect people.

rtmilwaukee.org Provides FREE home repairs and services to ensure homeowners can safely remain in their homes for as long as possible. Home by home, block by block, entire communities are transformed.

Renaissance Theaterworks r-t-w.com/index.html

Schlitz Audubon Nature Center schlitzaudubon.org Conserves our land’s diverse habitats on Lake Michigan and provides meaningful experiences and environmental education for all.

Schools That Can Milwaukee stcmilwaukee.org

Create moving theater that awakens our recognition of what it is to be human.

Works to close the Milwaukee achievement gap by increasing the number of high-quality schools available to all students in our community.

Revitalize Milwaukee freehomerepairs.org Revitalizes communities by providing FREE, critical home repairs and comprehensive services to veterans, seniors and people with disabilities.

Our impact extends beyond individuals served, to revitalizing and stabilizing vulnerable neighborhoods.

River Revitalization Foundation riverrevitalizationfoundation.org

Riveredge Nature Center

To ensure that men, women and children in the Greater Milwaukee Area receive the quality health care, behavioral health, housing and supportive services needed to live at the highest possible level of self-sufficiency.

Museum of Wisconsin Art (MOWA)

Our mission is to facilitate equity, learning, healing and wellness by restoring the connections that help children and families thrive.

Polish Heritage Alliance

presentmusic.org

MKE Plays transforms underutilized public spaces into high-quality neighborhood parks.

SaintA.org

Engage in the theatre arts pursuing activities and productions of high standards and artistic integrity that will enrich and ensure a better quality of life for the residents of Racine and southeastern Wisconsin.

Establish a parkway for public access, walkways, recreation and education, bordering the Milwaukee, Menomonee and Kinnickinnic Rivers; to use the rivers to revitalize surrounding neighborhoods; and to improve water quality.

ochc-milw.org

milwaukee.gov/mkeplays

SaintA

racinetheatre.org

The Foundation exists to allow individuals and organizations the opportunity to support the fostering of sales and marketing education and encourage high scholastic achievement in those fields.

Present Music

MKE Plays

Racine Theatre Guild

SecureFutures securefutures.org Provides financial literacy programs and resources that empower students to make sound financial decisions

Select Milwaukee selectmilwaukee.org Our mission is to help people achieve and maintain homeownership because it enriches their lives and strengthens neighborhoods and communities.

SET Ministry With Interfaith Milwaukee setinc.org

riveredgenaturecenter.org The mission of Riveredge Nature Center is to promote conservation through education that awakens curiosity, engages the body, and explores connections to nature for all generations. Through this, Riveredge envisions healthier human and natural communities.

Riverwest Food Pantry, Inc.

We enrich communities by linking generations, uncovering capabilities and inspiring self-sufficiency.

Seton Catholic Schools setoncatholicschools.org A transformational educational system committed to overcoming academic and social challenges, empowering students, families and educators to attain their God-given potential.

riverwestfoodpantry.org

Shakespeare in the Park

We come together around food to relieve hunger, improve lives and grow community well-being.

optimisttheatre.org

Rock River Cancer Research Foundation RRCRF.org A volunteer organization with a primary focus on the prevention and treatment of Breast Cancer with an emphasis on bench and clinical research and related studies in the upper Midwest.

We believe that the theatrical arts broaden and enrich those parts of our minds and spirits that are most essentially human. Optimist Theatre is driven to reach artists and audiences across the economic, ethnic, and experiential landscape.

Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts wilson-center.com To be the catalyst for lifelong discovery and exploration of the arts.

Rogers Memorial Hospital Foundation rogershospitalfoundation.org Secures funding and provides financial support to advance treatment, education, advocacy and research on behalf of people with mental health or addiction challenges, their families and the communities we serve.

Ronald McDonald House Charities of Eastern Wisconsin rmhc-easternwi.org To keep families together and promote the health and well-being of children.

Royal Academy of Dance USA radusa.org As the professional membership body for dance teachers, we will inspire and empower dance teachers and students, members and staff to make innovative, artistic and lasting contributions to dance and dance education throughout the world.

Safe & Sound, Inc.

SHARP Literacy, Inc. sharpliteracy.org Enhances future life success by energizing urban children, motivating them to identify themselves as confident, capable scholars and lifelong learners by inspiring engagement in reading, writing, and research through hands-on interaction and visual arts.

Shepherds College shepherdscollege.edu Exists to educate and train students with intellectual and developmental disabilities by equipping them to reach Appropriate Independence™.

Shorewood House (a division of Meta House) MetaHouse.org Shorewood House (a division of Meta House) ends the generational cycle of addiction by healing women and strengthening families.

safesound.org

Sojourner Family Peace Center

We unite residents, youth, law enforcement and community resources to build safe and empowered neighborhoods.

To transform lives impacted by domestic violence.

familypeacecenter.org

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N O N P R O F I T D I R E C T O RY To su b m it a l ist ing, go to biztimes.com/giv in g South Milwaukee Performing Arts Center southmilwaukeepac.org To enrich lives by providing creative, innovative and diverse performing arts, life-long learning experiences and a professionally-managed facility for community and regional organizations.

St. Ann Center For Intergenerational Care stanncenter.org To provide community based health, educational and wellness services for children, frail elderly and persons with special needs, such as, Alzheimer’s disease or dementia, to serve as a resource and support for caregivers, to provide overnight respite

St. Catherine Residence stcatherineresidence.org St. Catherine Residence’s mission is to ensure safe, affordable and supportive housing to women with limited income who have diverse talents and needs and aspire to maximize their personal growth and employment opportunities.

St. Coletta of Wisconsin stcolettawi.org Inspired by the Franciscan Values of compassion, dignity and respect, St. Coletta of Wisconsin supports persons with developmental and other challenges to achieve their highest quality of life, personal growth and spiritual awareness.

St. Francis Children’s Center sfcckids.org To serve and educate children with special needs in inclusive environments enabling them to reach their greatest potential.

St. Josaphat Basilica Foundation thebasilicafoundation.org The preservation, restoration and enhancement of the Basilica of St. Josaphat as an historical landmark, center of spirituality

Summit Educational Association

The Salvation Army of Waukesha

summitea.org

waukeshasalvationarmy.org

Summit works to establish high goals for the educational excellence and character development of children in the inner-city.

Doing the most good to serve those most in need throughout Waukesha County through food pantry, 3x/ week community meal, Men’s homeless shelter, Feed The Kids program, Youth Ministry, Worship and other programs and ministries.

Susan G. Komen Southeast Wisconsin komensoutheastwi.org It’s simple. Komen Southeast Wisconsin is fighting breast cancer.

How? Funding programs that support those in the fight to save lives.

Educating individuals about breast cancer risk factors, the importance of early detection and the resources that are available to them.

Grows teens through hands-on experience in healthy living, entrepreneurship, and leadership so that they become role-models among their peers and in their community.

The Catholic Community Foundation legaciesoffaith.org The Archdiocese of Milwaukee Catholic Community Foundation exists to support the mission of the Roman Catholic Church, especially in the ten archdiocesan counties of southeastern Wisconsin.

The Charles E. Kubly Foundation charlesekublyfoundation.org Better the lives of those affected by depression by increasing public awareness of the disease and its devastating effects.

The First Tee of Southeast Wisconsin thefirstteesoutheastwisconsin.org

St. Marcus School

The Grace Foundation

stmarcus.org/school

givinggrace.org

To disciple children for Christ now and for all eternity, and to train them in excellence for their roles in their family, church, community, workplace and country.

Through monetary and other tangible gifts, The Grace Foundation offers kindness, dignity and hope to local families and individuals struggling due to life-altering medical issues.

St. Vincent de Paul Society of Milwaukee

The Jane Bradley Pettit Foundation, Inc.

svdpmilw.org

jbpf.org

An international volunteer organization whose members are known as Vincentians,is to eliminate poverty and hunger, by promoting and establishing acts of charity and justice.

Provide funds to initiate and sustain projects in the Greater Milwaukee community.

Starfish Foundation

The Non-Profit Helping Hand Foundation, Inc.

thewatercouncil.com To align the regional fresh water research community and water-related industries to establish the Milwaukee region as the World Water Hub for water research, economic development, and education.

The Women’s Center, Inc. twcwaukesha.org The mission of The Women’s Center is to provide safety, shelter, and support to women and their families affected by domestic violence, sexual assault and abuse, and to facilitate their development.

This Time Tomorrow Foundation ThisTimeTomorrow.org Using music and the arts to inspire hope, This Time Tomorrow Foundation provides direct financial support to individuals and families fighting all forms of cancer. It is our goal to help those afflicted today reach the tomorrows they deserve.

TransCenter for Youth, Inc. transcenterforyouth.org The mission of TransCenter for Youth, Inc. is to provide high quality educational programs that allow at risk youth and others to become productive adults and community members. TransCenter for Youth, Inc. operates in 5 schools in Milwaukee.

Tricia’s Troops Cancer Connection triciastroops.org To reach out to cancer fighters and connect them with a community of knowledgeable and caring professionals who will inspire and empower them to live vibrantly - even when cancer touches their lives.

UMOS umos.org Provides programs and services which improve the employment, educational, health and housing opportunities of under-served populations.

nonprofithelpinghand.org

Assist emotional trauma survivors to release their grief, rage and shame; and allow joy, productivity and prosperity back into their and their families lives.

To further philanthropy by providing a service that will make charitable giving simple and efficient while satisfying all legal requirements and providing donors with a complete record for personal tax purposes.

Provides programs to Hispanics and near south side residents of all ages in the areas of education, cultural arts, recreation, community development, and health and human services.

Stars and Stripes Honor Flight

The Parenting Network

starsandstripeshonorflight.org Stars and Stripes Honor Flight honors all veterans by flying WWII, Korean War, and terminally ill veterans from other conflicts to Washington DC to visit their memorials.

Stepping Stone Farms steppingstonefarms.org Our mission is to foster resilience, responsibility and self esteem in at-risk youth, veterans and others by allowing participants to experience the healing power of horses.

Stillwaters Cancer Support Services stillwaterscenter.org Stillwaters provides free, professional counseling and emotional support to anyone touched by cancer.

theparentingnetwork.org Strengthen Parenting and Prevent Child Abuse

The Prairie School prairieschool.com Nurtures the creativity, interests and abilities of every student, inspiring each to explore, thrive, and add value individually and in collaboration with others.

The Salvation Army of Milwaukee County SAmilwaukee.org The Salvation Army is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church.

urbanecologycenter.org

USGBC Wisconsin

tmj.org

United Community Center

starfishfound.org

Urban Ecology Center

The TMJ Association, Ltd.

The Water Council

teensgrowgreens.org

To changes lives and improves our community by mobilizing people and resources to drive strategic impact in health, education, and financial stability.

Fosters ecological understanding as inspiration for change, neighborhood by neighborhood.

Homeless But Not Helpless...

Saving One Life At a Time.

Teens Grow Greens

UnitedWayGMWC.org

Creating opportunities for individuals with disabilities to live fulfilling lives.

tailwaggers911.com

Tailwaggers 911

Educate children to be successful life-long learners and problem solvers.

sjamilwaukee.org

thresholdinc.org

The TMJ Association’s mission is to improve the quality of health care and lives of everyone affected by temporomandibular disorders.

Impact the lives of young people and their families by providing educational programs for youth that build character, instill life-enhancing values and promote healthy choices through the game of golf.

St. Joseph Academy

The Threshold, Incorporated

United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County

unitedcc.org

United Performing Arts Fund (UPAF) upaf.org UPAF’s three-part mission is to raise funds for 14 of Southeastern Wisconsin’s most prominent arts groups, to help promote them in our communities and to be transparent and accountable with the dollars that their donors so generously give.

United States Association for Small Business and Entrepreneurship usasbe.org The largest independent, professional, academic organization in the world dedicated to advancing the discipline of entrepreneurship.

usgbc.org/chapters/usgbcwisconsin To transform the way buildings and communities are designed, built and operated, enabling an environmentally and socially responsible, healthy, and prosperous environment that improves the quality of life.

USO Wisconsin Inc.

WasteCap Resource Solutions

Wisconsin Pink Shawl Initiative

wastecap.org

dreamthecure.org

To provide waste reduction and recycling assistance for the benefit of business and the environment.

Reduce breast cancer in American Indian communities through education, advocacy and service and to increase the number of American Indian women accessing screening opportunities.

Waukesha Civic Theatre waukeshacivictheatre.org The Waukesha Civic Theatre, Inc. is a non-profit corporation whose mission is to provide quality live theatre performances and educational opportunities that will enrich, challenge and entertain both participants and audience members.

Waukesha Civil Air Patrol waukeshacap.com The official Auxiliary of the U.S. Air Force, Civil Air Patrol is America’s premier public service organization for carrying out emergency services and disaster relief missions nationwide.

Waukesha County Community Foundation

Wisconsin Regional Training Partnership, Inc. (WRTP/BIG STEP) wrtp.org WRTP/BIG STEP is industry-led, worker-centered and communityfocused. Our mission is to enhance the ability of private sector organizations to recruit and develop a more diverse, qualified workforce in construction, manufacturing and emerging sector.

Wisconsin Upside Down wiusd.org Providing Down syndrome education, advocacy, awareness and support for southeastern Wisconsin.

Wisconsin Wine Society

waukeshafoundation.org

wisconsinwine.org

A 501 (c)(3) not funded by the military or government, USO Wisconsin provides service to military families to all five branches of military: Army, Marine Corps, Navy, Air Force, Coast Guard, and National Guard and Reservists.

The Waukesha County Community Foundation is a pool of permanent endowment and project funds created primarily by and for the people of Waukesha County to provide grant support to charitable organizations.

Variety - The Children’s Charity of Wisconsin

WCTC Foundation, Inc.

Our organization’s mission is to educate members on wine types, varieties, vintages, regions, wineries and overall wine appreciation. The wine society brings consumers, distributors and wine makers together in a collaborative environment to share.

usowisconsin.org

varietywi.org Providing life-enriching assistance to Wisconsin children challenged by physical disabilities.

Versiti Blood Reseach Institute versiti.org/research/bloodresearch-institute Home to the world-renowned Blood Research Institute which brings together outstanding minds with unparalleled experience in medical and scientific expertise.

Veterans For Diversity, Inc. veteransfordiversity.us Helping our veterans through educational support and healing retreats.

Vince Lombardi Cancer Foundation LombardiFoundation.org In the same spirit of excellence that defined Vince Lombardi, VLCF raises funds to support cancer research and innovation at Aurora Health Care.

Vision Forward Association vision-forward.org Empower, educate, and enhance the lives of individuals impacted by vision loss through all of life’s transitions.

VSA Wisconsin, Inc. vsawis.org The mission of VSA Wisconsin is to expand the capabilities, confidence and quality of life for children and adults with disabilities by providing programs in dance, drama, creative writing, music and visual art.

Walker’s Point Family and Youth Center walkerspoint.org Our mission is to meet the needs of runaway, homeless and other troubled youth and their families from Milwaukee’s’ s diverse communities by providing services to empower youth, help them resolve personal and family problems and strengthen relationships.

Walnut Way Conservation Corp walnutway.org Our mission is to sustain an economically diverse and neighborly community through civic engagement, environmental stewardship and economic enterprise.

War Memorial Center warmemorialcenter.org

wctc.edu To assist the students of Waukesha County Technical College in achieving their educational goals.

West Bend Area Music For Youth, Inc. westbendparade.org To enhance the musical development of school age youth in Southeastern Wisconsin. This is done by supplying funds for the purchase of musical instruments, instruction and lessons, and supporting a performance venue.

Wildlife In Need Center Ltd helpingwildlife.org To provide wildlife rehabilitation to Wisconsin wildlife with the intent to release back to their native habitat, conduct research designed to further the positive impact of rehabilitation, and provide quality community education programs and services.

Wisconsin Historical Society wisconsinhistory.org As Wisconsin’s foremost storyteller, the Wisconsin Historical Society connects people to the past by collecting, preserving, and sharing stories. We enrich and transform lives through unparalleled access to history.

Wisconsin Humane Society wihumane.org Build a community where people value animals and treat them with respect and kindness.

Wisconsin Independent Learning College wisconsinilc.org Provides adults with autism integrated, personalized training and therapy programs within a campus-life community, a community where students can live and learn together, that teaches, trains, and coaches through an innovative approach with multiple specialties.

Wisconsin Literacy, Inc./Southeast wisconsinliteracy.org Improving lives by providing leadership, support and a statewide voice for adults and family literacy efforts.

Wisconsin Parkinson Association wiparkinson.org WPA provides hope, community, support, and resources for people with Parkinson’s and their loved ones.

Women for MACC (Midwest Athletes Against Childhood Cancer) womenformacc.org Women for MACC is a non-profit, charitable organization made up of the mothers, siblings, relatives & concerned individuals who are fighting to eliminate pediatric cancer & blood disorders.

Woodland Pattern Book Center woodlandpattern.org Dedicated to the discovery, cultivation and presentation of contemporary literature and the arts. We promote a lifetime practice of reading and writing.

YMCA of Metropolitan Milwaukee ymcamke.org Dedicated to creating a healthier, safer Milwaukee where families of all incomes thrive.

Young Nonprofit Professionals Network-Greater Milwaukee Chapter ynpnmke.org Helping emerging leaders and young professionals enhance the nonprofit sector.

Your Choice to Live, Inc. yourchoice-live.org Reach youth, before the drugs do, with the knowledge and skills to make the best choice, and the resolve to remain substance free.

YWCA Southeast Wisconsin ywcasew.org Eliminate racism and empower women, promoting peace, justice, freedom and dignity for all. We envision bold change rooted in collaborative approaches to health/safety, unparalleled economic empowerment/adult education programs, and premier racial justice leadership.

Zachariah’s Acres, Inc. zachariahsacres.org Connect children with special health care needs, and their families, to the miracles of nature so they may know their Creator.

Zoological Society of Milwaukee zoosociety.org Take part in conserving wildlife and endangered species, to educate people about the importance of wildlife and the environment, and to support the Milwaukee County Zoo.

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The mission of Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee is to inspire and empower all young people, especially those who need us most, to realize their full potential as productive, responsible and caring citizens.

1558 North 6th Street Milwaukee, WI 53212 (414) 267-8100

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635 ANNUAL REVENUE: $28,393,490 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1887 TOTAL EMPLOYEES:

SERV I C E AREA Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee has 45 locations, serving more than 49,000 children and teens annually.

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n Contributions ........................................................... 50% n Grants .......................................................................... 37% n Investment Distribution ...........................................5% n United Way ....................................................................4% n Service & Rental Fees ..............................................4%

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Kathy Thornton-Bias President & CEO

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Scott A. Wrobbel Board Chair

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For 132 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee has worked to build the community’s social and economic fabric by providing children and teens with academic support, free meals, character-building programs and access to role models. With the help of community partners, volunteers, generous donors and committed staff, we offer after-school programming to more than 5,000 children and teens daily within the safety of 45 locations. By providing a variety of programs and services, we work to meet the needs of all of our members and set them on the path to toward success.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee hosts special events throughout the year to engage the public in our mission and raise funds to support our programming. Events include but aren’t limited to our annual MVP dinner in May, Celebrating G.I.R.L.S in November, and holiday wrap party. All events have ticket and sponsorship opportunities. You can also donate directly to Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee to make sure every kid has access to a Club that provides a meal, a safe place, a mentor and a future.

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The Clubs have a role for skilled and committed volunteers.

Our needs are ongoing, and we are always looking to expand our volunteer roster. We offer one-time and recurring opportunities with projects ranging from Club beautification to literacy activities with Club youth. If you are interested in volunteering or creating a one-time opportunity with your company, please complete the Volunteer Inquiry Form on our website or contact our Director of Volunteer Engagement at (414) 267-8111.

Making a financial gift, attending a special event, volunteering and including the Clubs in estate plans are just a few of the ways individuals can help give Club members the resources they need to work toward productive futures. Your investment will create a ripple effect in the community as today’s young people become tomorrow’s leaders.

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★ DENOTES EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP

Scott A Wrobbel (Chair)

Susan Ela

Renée Herzing

Richard R. Pieper, Sr.

Mara Swan

Robert L. Mikulay (1st Vice Chair)

Jack A. Enea

Charles V. James

James R. Popp

Ronald A. Troy

Blake Moret (2nd Vice Chair)

Peter Feigin

Jerome Janzer

Pastor Robert B. Pyles

Harris Turer

David Gay (Treaserer)

William Fitzhugh Fox

Jeffrey A. Joerres

David F. Radtke

Derek Tyus

David L. Bechthold (Secretary)

Alexander P. Fraser

Craig Jorgensen

Kristine A. Rappé

Gordon J. Weber

Christopher S. Abele

John W. Galanis

Tracey Joubert

Richard C. Schlesinger

Gregory M. Wesley

James T. Barry III, J.D., CCIM

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AUTISM SOCIETY OF SOUTHEASTERN WISCONSIN

MISSION Improving the lives of all affected by autism and serving as the primary resource in the nine counties we serve.

We serve over 6,000 individuals in the community through 33 unique programs, events and workshops every year.

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3720 N. 124th St., Suite O Wauwatosa, WI 53222 (414) 988-1260

assew.org facebook.com/ASSEW @assewi TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 9 ANNUAL REVENUE: $442,743 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1974

SERVICE AREA BY COUNTY Milwaukee, Waukesha, Washington, Ozaukee, Racine, Walworth, Kenosha, Jefferson and Dodge.

GOALS

FUNDRA ISING /E V EN TS

Isolation and poverty often accompany disability.

No one should face this alone. Our organization works to build community and provide support and inclusive opportunities for those living with autism, their families and the community across the lifespan.

The Autism Society of Southeastern Wisconsin relies on the generosity of the community to meet our mission through two major fundraising activities every year.

The Autism Society Gala is Saturday, April 18, 2020. Consider sponsoring, donating or make plans to join us for a festive evening of food, fun, dance and amazing auction items with all proceeds going back to the community.

FUNDING SOURCES Coming September 2020 is the 2nd annual A-Team Fun Walk for Autism. This family fun walk at Greenfield Park features one thousand participants all coming together to raise awareness and help the Autism Society SE WI further their mission including providing programs, services and support within your community. Opportunities exist to sponsor, create a team or participate at this amazing family friendly event. n Special Events ...........................................32% n Contributions ............................................38% n Grants .........................................................10% n Workshops & Programs ............................8% n Other .............................................................9% n Membership Dues .......................................3%

EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Give your time and get inspired. Please consider contributing your time and talents to one of our programs and events including: • • • .

Bike Camp A-Team Fun Walk for Autism Autism Gala Other opportunities for general office and other program support also exist.

BO ARD OF DIRE CTORS Dr. Amy Van Hecke (Vice President)* Marquette University

Ryan Michalski (Treasurer)* KPMG

Howard Miller (Past President)* Nova Systems

Brian Beeghly President

Emily Levine

Julie Arens (Secretary)*

Racine Unified School District

Executive Director

*DENOTES EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP

Kelly Backes

G IVING O PPO RT UNITI ES Opportunities to support our mission include sponsoring our fundraising events, underwriting one of our unique programs, or making an individual gift.

We are a 501(c)(3) nonprofit and so donations given to us are tax-deductible and help make a huge difference in your communities.

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