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Meeting the need for treatment facilities............................................................. 4 Donating time.....................................................................................................10 United Way’s collaborative effort to bring digital equity to Milwaukee................12 Q&A: Katie Connolly, American Heart Association.................................................14 Recycling charitable dollars................................................................................16 Wish List.............................................................................................................19 Big gifts of 2024.................................................................................................22 Nonprofit profiles...............................................................................................25 ABCD: After Breast Cancer Diagnosis ....................................................................................26 Acts 17:28 Dance..................................................................................................................28 ACTS Housing.......................................................................................................................30 American Cancer Society......................................................................................................32 American Heart Association.................................................................................................34 Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee..............................................................................36 Brady Street Business Improvement District........................................................................38 Bridge Builders....................................................................................................................40 Bridge to Brighter Inc..........................................................................................................42 Center for Urban Teaching, Inc.............................................................................................44 Centers for Independence....................................................................................................46 Children’s Wisconsin...........................................................................................................48 City Forward Collective........................................................................................................50 COA Youth & Family Centers.................................................................................................52 College Possible Milwaukee................................................................................................54 Community Advocates.........................................................................................................56 Community Smiles Dental...................................................................................................58 Convergence Resource Center..............................................................................................60 Cristo Rey Jesuit High School...............................................................................................62 Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation - Wisconsin Chapter................................................................64 Curative Care Network, Inc...................................................................................................66 Dr. Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy..................................................................................68

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Inc........................................................................................................100 MENTOR Greater Milwaukee...............................................................................................102 Midwest Athletes Against Childhood Cancer (MACC Fund)...................................................104 Milwaukee Academy of Science..........................................................................................106 Milwaukee Ballet...............................................................................................................108 Milwaukee County Historical Society.................................................................................110 Milwaukee Repertory Theater............................................................................................112 Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra (MYSO)..................................................................114 Nativity Jesuit Academy....................................................................................................116 Neu-Life Community Development....................................................................................118 Notre Dame School of Milwaukee......................................................................................120 Pathfinders.......................................................................................................................122 PEARLS For Teen Girls.........................................................................................................124 Rocketship Public Schools Milwaukee...............................................................................126 Ronald McDonald House Charities® Eastern Wisconsin.......................................................128 Running Rebels Community Organization.........................................................................130 Seton Catholic Schools......................................................................................................132 Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts............................................................................134 SHARP Literacy...................................................................................................................136 Sherman Phoenix Foundation............................................................................................138 Sojourner Family Peace Center...........................................................................................140 St. Augustine Preparatory..................................................................................................142 St. Coletta of Wisconsin.....................................................................................................144 St. Francis Children’s Center...............................................................................................146 St. Marcus School ..............................................................................................................148 St. Vincent de Paul of Waukesha County............................................................................150 UMOS................................................................................................................................152 United Performing Arts Fund (UPAF)...................................................................................154 United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County......................................................156 Versiti................................................................................................................................158 Vision Forward Association................................................................................................160 Waukesha County Community Foundation........................................................................162 WCTC 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Meeting the need for treatment facilities NONPROFITS SERENITY INNS AND META HOUSE HELP ADDRESS MILWAUKEE’S OPIOID EPIDEMIC BY S AMANTHA DIETEL, staff writer

Marques Johnson is a board member for the campaign. The nonprofit will also open a substance use disorder dropin clinic by the end of the year at 631 N. 19th St., inside Olga Neighborhood Wellness Services. Meta House, which is currently based at 2625 N. Weil St. in Milwaukee’s Riverwest neighborhood, will soon be expanding its services with a $30 million project, called “Project Horizon,” to build a new campus. Meta House purchased the 4.8-acre site for the campus at 3901 W. Bluemound Road in the city’s Piggsville neighborhood on Aug. 6 and held a groundbreaking ceremony Aug. 12. The new facility, which is expected to open in spring 2026, will have 100 beds for women and their accompanying children. Meta House’s current Riverwest facility has space for about 35 women, so this will provide a substantial increase in capacity. “We know that this expansion is going to be a resource for many generations to come, and we’re honored to hopefully be a place that families continue to find refuge and hope,” said Valerie Vidal, chief executive officer of Meta House.

Serenity Inns’ new addiction treatment facility opened in August in Milwaukee’s Midtown neighborhood.

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undreds of people in Milwaukee die each year from drug overdoses, with many involving opioids. At the same time, people seeking treatment for substance use disorder face a shortage of beds – and may not know where to turn for help. Two Milwaukee nonprofits, Serenity Inns and Meta House, are expanding to help meet that need. Both Serenity Inns and Meta House provide treatment for individuals struggling with substance use. Serenity Inns only treats men, while Meta House focuses on women. Serenity Inns recently built a new 14-bed treatment facility at 2830 W. Brown St. in Milwaukee’s Midtown neighborhood. It’s located across the street from Serenity Inns’ other 12-bed facility at 2825 W. Brown St., which remains in operation. The new facility officially opened to residents in mid-September and will serve an additional 56 to 60 men per year. Serenity Inns is working to fundraise for its $3 million capital campaign to pay for the new facility. Milwaukee Bucks TV analyst and former star player

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‘THE PERSON THAT CALLED MAY DIE TONIGHT’ Vidal said the new facility’s higher capacity will help address Meta House’s waitlist. Women on the waitlist for the in-patient program may have to wait three to six months for treatment, Vidal said. “The sad fact is that some prospective clients lose their battles while they’re waiting VALERIE VIDAL to get into the right level of treatment,” Vidal said. “We do our best to partner with other organizations and get folks who call us and who we have to place on the waitlist connected with other services.” Serenity Inns CEO Kenneth Ginlack said his organization receives about five calls per day from men seeking treatment. But there aren’t enough beds at Serenity Inns, or in Milwaukee County, to help everyone. The county itself is

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lacking 200 treatment beds, Ginlack said, and this shortage was a push to build Serenity Inns’ new facility even though the project was “underfunded” when it broke ground. With people dying every day from overdoses, “we couldn’t afford to wait,” Ginlack said. “My fear was always that the person that called looking for a bed may die tonight,” Ginlack said. “That was something that bothered me.” Last year, someone in Milwaukee County died from an opioid overdose every 16 hours, said Dr. Ben Weston, associate professor of emergency medicine at the Wauwatosa-based Medical College of Wisconsin, chief health policy advisor for Milwaukee County and chief medical director for the Milwaukee County Office of Emergency Management. The Medical College of Wisconsin is the research partner of the Milwaukee County Overdose Public Health and Safety Team. According to the Milwaukee County Overdose Dashboard, there were 646 confirmed overdose deaths in the county last year.

Most Serenity Inns clients come from the 53208, 53206 and 53209 zip codes, Ginlack said. People questioned him about opening a treatment facility in a “high drug traffic area or in a community that’s riddled with drugs and violence,” he said, but it’s important for someone to receive treatment in their own neighborhood because that’s where they will often return to after.

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Once Meta House transitions to its new Piggsville facility next year, both Serenity Inns and Meta House will be based within the 53208 zip code. Milwaukee County Overdose Dashboard displays confirmed fatal overdoses ranging from Jan. 1, 2015, to July 7, 2024. There were 260 fatal overdoses in the 53208 zip code during that time – and 44 of those overdose deaths happened last year, according to the dashboard.

SERENITY INNS FOCUSES ON ‘HOLISTIC’ TREATMENT

“Serenity Inns is always taking a holistic approach, meaning that we do more than just treat the addiction,” Ginlack said.

Serenity Inns has treated more than 700 men since it first began accepting residents in 2004, Ginlack said. Clients receive 20 hours of treatment services per week. When men enter Serenity Inns’ program, their treatment focuses on addressing substance use disorder and trauma, Ginlack said. The men participate in anger management groups and early recovery groups as well. The new facility has a conference room, exercise room, library and doctor’s office, with therapists on-site. These amenities allow for the men receiving treatment to lean into different coping strategies, such as relaxing and

reading in the library or working out in the exercise room, Ginlack said. There’s also room for more services, like yoga and art therapy.

Renderings of Meta House’s $30 million women’s treatment center, Project Horizon, slated to open in spring 2026 in Milwaukee’s Piggsville neighborhood.

Clients can stay at the treatment facility for four to five months, depending on when they are ready to move on, Ginlack said. After men complete Serenity Inns’ residential treatment program, they can move on to the alumni apartments at 832 N. 25th St. and may live there for up to 12 months. At the alumni apartments, men pay rent and practice more independent living while still navigating their recovery journey, Ginlack said. Serenity Inns still periodically checks on those men, who participate in weekly group sessions and continue to undergo drug tests.

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takes to start this journey of recovery, you know, it means a lot to me to work with the men and make sure they get their hope back,” Ginlack said.

META HOUSE SUPPORTING WOMEN AND FAMILIES Since Meta House was founded in Milwaukee in 1963, it has become a local leader in treating women for substance use disorder. In the beginning, Meta House only had space to provide residential treatment services for up to eight women. It has since expanded in size and scope. Now, Meta House is “able to wrap services around the entire family,” Vidal said. Some women may need to bring their children along to treatment, which may prevent them from receiving the help they need, she said. “A mom is never going to leave her child behind in an unsafe environment, even if it means going to pursue getting herself well,” Vidal said. “By providing spaces that allow for moms to bring their kids with them into the treatment setting, we’re removing that barrier, which means it’s more likely that the mom will seek out those services knowing that she can bring her child with her into the treatment setting.”

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The added support for children has influenced the design of Meta House’s upcoming facility, which will include space for children to play, a dedicated child care area and space for doulas to visit and conduct classes for pregnant mothers.

TOP: Kenneth Ginlack BOTTOM: Ginlack (far left) with alumni of Serenity Inns at the Annual Celebration of Recovery in 2023.

The men who stay at the alumni house sometimes go on to sponsor a dinner through Serenity Inns’ dinner fellowship, Ginlack said. Each day, the dinner fellowship – which Ginlack called the “heartbeat” of Serenity Inns’ treatment program – allows members of the community to sponsor and share a meal with the men who are going through treatment. “We never close the door on our clients,” Ginlack said. “Once they enter this family, they continue to be in our family.” Ginlack, who joined Serenity Inns as CEO nearly three years ago, went through recovery himself for alcohol and cocaine use. He began treatment for substance use disorder in 2007 and has been clean for 16 years, he said. He sometimes shares his story with the men in treatment “to give them hope and give them a framework to shoot for as a motivational tool,” Ginlack said. “Me being in recovery, understanding the process of what it

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There are few treatment providers in Wisconsin who will accept pregnant or postpartum women, Vidal said, so there’s especially a shortage of beds for those women. “Meta House will accept a woman up to and through her due date and immediately thereafter,” Vidal said. “Pregnant and postpartum women are some of the most vulnerable community members, so it is imperative that we get them services as soon as possible, not only for the mother’s health, but, of course, the baby’s health as well.” She said many of Meta House’s clients, including women who are pregnant or postpartum, are coming from unhealthy or abusive situations at home, or may not have stable housing, “which is obviously incredibly dangerous for somebody who’s expecting.” Sarah Koehn, director of philanthropy and marketing at Meta House, said that the women receiving treatment at Meta House often have low incomes, histories of experiencing domestic abuse, post-traumatic stress disorder and other mental health disorders. “What Meta House is bringing to the table for these families is a really comprehensive approach to treatment, so that we’re addressing all of the other challenges that they’re facing in addition to their substance use,” Koehn said.

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THE IMPACT ON FAMILIES Meta House’s inclusive focus on treating women as well as their families is “invaluable,” said Abiola Keller, Ph.D., a Meta House board member and associate professor and interim associate dean for research at Marquette University’s College of Nursing. “For a child to be in a household with a woman who is battling substance use disorder or to have been separated from their maternal figure because of substance use disorder, that is a traumatic event,” Keller said. “Those children need support, and they need treatment and a way to process that experience so that they don’t look to substance use as a way of managing some of the emotions from that traumatic experience.” Lucretia Dillon, a Serenity Inns board member and human resources director at Next Door Milwaukee – a nonprofit that provides early childhood education – also said that addiction affects an entire household, including children and their behaviors. “Not supporting those who have addictions breaks up families,” Dillon said. are not slowing,” Kostelac said. Families continue to feel the impact of addiction after a loved one dies as a result of substance use. Marcel Clarke, a Serenity Inns board member and owner of Milwaukeebased Paradise Memorial Funeral Home, said he sees the fallout of opioid use “on the front line.” “I’m dealing with the families who are grieving because of it,” Clarke said. “Some of the families have guilt, some are embarrassed, ashamed, et cetera, wondering if there were other resources that could have helped their loved ones to not be in that predicament.”

This means Black people continue to overdose at a higher rate than white people, she said. The Milwaukee County Overdose Dashboard now features a map showing the distribution of overdose deaths across zip codes, and the patterns in overdoses “by race and ethnicity mirror what we see in terms of segregation,” Kostelac said. Social determinants of health and socioeconomic factors are also intersecting challenges for people in the areas with the highest concentrations of overdoses, Kostelac said.

Clarke said his experiences serving those grieving families are partly what motivated him to be involved with Serenity Inns. Funeral homes are “in the business of taking care of the deceased, but we don’t want to see people dying that don’t have to,” he said.

Men overdose at a higher rate than women in Milwaukee, which has been “relatively consistent” for years, Kostelac said. In 2023, 72.8% of those who died from overdoses were male, while 27.2% were female, according to the Milwaukee County Overdose Dashboard.

DISPARITIES PERSIST

“There is some research out there that suggests some of the reasons may be more use or riskier use by men, but it also may include other factors that I think are still being researched and understood,” Kostelac said.

Milwaukee County has seen a decline in overdose deaths by about 4% from last year, Weston said. But even though there has been a decrease in overdose deaths, there are still clear disparities, said Constance Kostelac, Ph.D., director of the division of data analytics and informatics in the Comprehensive Injury Center at MCW. Kostelac helps lead the Milwaukee County Overdose Public Health and Safety Team. “Even as we’re seeing some positive trends, the disparities that we’re seeing in terms of race and ethnicity in particular

A look at some of the common spaces and rooms inside Serenity Inns’ new treatment facility.

Ginlack said he believes men are “more reluctant” to receive treatment. “A lot of men in the community have been raised to be tough, to stick it out, handle our business on our own, so they struggle with asking for help,” Ginlack said. “So, the more we create an environment of safe space, they’re going to come in and be vulnerable, then the more we’ll be able to help them.”

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OVERDOSES IN MILWAUKEE COUNTY The Milwaukee County Overdose Dashboard provides data on fatal and nonfatal overdoses in the county. The dashboard helps track trends over time and across demographics and geographies. This graph shows fatal and nonfatal overdoses since 2018. As of press time, data for 2024 was available through the end of August, with nonfatal overdoses down 3.4% and fatal overdoses down 33.9% compared to the same period in 2023. The graph shows forecasted 2024 totals based on those trends holding through the end of the year.

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FENTANYL AND THE OPIOID EPIDEMIC Vidal said many of Meta House’s clients have used opioids, often in addition to other substances. Clients also often have histories of alcohol use primarily, she said. “A lot of our clients are going to select more than one substance as one that they’ve used in recent proximity to their being admitted,” Vidal said. “Heroin and other opiates make up over 40%.” More of Meta House’s clients are disclosing that fentanyl, a synthetic opioid, is their preferred substance, Vidal said. Fentanyl is 50 times stronger than heroin and commonly mixed with other drugs, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. “Anecdotally, we are hearing more clients who come in saying that fentanyl is their most recent substance of choice, which, of course, is very scary because of the lethality of using that as a substance,” Vidal said. There’s an emerging trend of overdose deaths involving

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“What we’re seeing is a lot of the stimulants are now being cut with fentanyl or have fentanyl in it, and so individuals that have a history of cocaine use are starting to die due to the mixture of fentanyl and cocaine,” Ginlack said. More education about fentanyl and overdose risks as well as access to harm reduction products, like fentanyl test strips or naloxone, can help combat this issue, Kostelac said. Naloxone, a medication that can come in the form of a nasal spray or injectable, can reverse an opioid overdose if administered soon enough, according to the CDC.

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a combination of fentanyl and a stimulant like cocaine. In 2023, most overdose deaths in Milwaukee County involved fentanyl, either alone or in combination with other substances, Kostelac said. Last year, about eight out of 10 overdose deaths involved fentanyl and six out of 10 involved cocaine, “so a good portion of those are in combination with each other,” she said.

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“The need is in the community, not only just the north side, but the south side as well,” he said. Individuals can come in and talk to the on-site peer support specialist without showing an ID or signing up for treatment, Ginlack said. The drop-in clinic will also offer demonstrations on how to use fentanyl strips and Narcan, a nasal spray brand of naloxone. Ginlack said there will also be a weekly group session designed to educate people about substance use disorder and treatment options. If someone is interested in getting treatment, the counselor on staff will assess the individual, determine the level of care they need and refer them to treatment, whether it is outpatient or residential, he said. “If treatment is full – so they call residential and can’t get a bed – we’ll continue to see that individual at the drop-in center once a week, check in with them as they continue to be on the waitlist or get into treatment,” Ginlack said.

WORKFORCE PREPARATION The second phase of Serenity Inns’ treatment program involves building a resume and searching for jobs, Ginlack said. To help clients secure employment, Serenity Inns partners with organizations such as Neenah-based Apricity, which offers treatment and employment

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services for people recovering from substance use disorder. Apricity has contract packaging facilities in Milwaukee and Neenah where people can work while they navigate their recovery journey. “The whole work environment is surrounded by treatment,” Ginlack said. “Everybody there is in recovery.”

Meta House similarly provides vocational and educational services, teaching clients about resume writing, budgeting and interviewing through weekly group sessions, according to its website. There’s also a literacy center on-site for clients preparing for their GED or the written driver’s test, seeking assistance with reading or writing, among many other needs. “Everybody deserves a second chance,” Dillon said. “Once someone gets support, they can turn out to be one of the best employees an employer has.” Clarke first got involved with Serenity Inns about 15 years ago when his fraternity participated in a suit drive. The group ultimately donated about 110 suits to Serenity Inns, he said, with the goal that men in treatment could find confidence wearing the suits during job interviews. “We wanted those men to have confidence and to feel as though they can go out and obtain a job and get gainful employment,” Clarke said. “We also realized that the cycle doesn’t stop until you get some positive things in your life, so definitely was something I felt personally was worthwhile.”

ADDRESSING THE STIGMA Ginlack said it’s socially acceptable when someone takes time off work because they have cancer, diabetes or other medical issues, but it’s the opposite when a person struggling with substance use doesn’t go to work. When a person has a gap in their work history due to substance use, that person may get turned down for a job. “If more employers be understanding and realize that it’s a medical condition, then we would be better off,” Ginlack said. Stigma continues to be an obstacle for people struggling with substance use disorder and mental health, and some people don’t reach out for the help they need because of that stigma. Employers can do more to encourage their employees to get help and provide them “space and time to get treatment if they need to,” Vidal said.

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Serenity Inns clients learn financial management skills through visits from Town Bank. Serenity Inns’ partnership with Town Bank also allows men to open bank accounts with Town Bank so they can save money while they work, Ginlack said.

“That’s so important for the community and the workforce, full stop,” she said. Education about Narcan and opioid reversals as well as having Narcan available in the workplace can simultaneously save lives and combat stigma, Vidal said.

Serenity Inns assistant counselor James Nichols celebrates his SAC-IT (Substance Abuse Counselor in Training) certification in 2023.

“We have to change the narrative around substance use disorder, and we have to get rid of the stigma,” Keller said. “People need to feel empowered to seek treatment, and that means we need employers that are responsive to that.” Meta House board member Marcos Vega, who is senior vice president and director of institutional markets at BMO Commercial Bank in Milwaukee, said Meta House’s mission resonates with him because he grew up around addiction. He said members of the business community can help challenge the stigma by demonstrating empathy, care and open-mindedness toward those who are struggling with addiction. Some people turn to substance use as a means of coping with personal traumatic events, and this should be met with greater empathy, Vega said. “They’re suffering from a mental illness, in most cases, and oftentimes there’s this stigma with addiction that people are just deciding consciously over and over again to spiral out of control, quite frankly,” Vega said. “Which is where Meta House comes in, because our clients will elect to submit themselves to our care and they raise their hand and admit that they know they’ve got a problem. It’s incredibly courageous to admit themselves to our program.” l

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Donating time AN INVALUABLE GIFT TO NONPROFIT ORGANIZATIONS BY SONIA SPITZ, staff writer

WISCONSIN OVARIAN CANCER ALLIANCE New Berlin-based Wisconsin Ovarian Cancer Alliance, founded in 2000, hosts several fundraising events each year, including three run/walk events: Power Up for Purple; Nancy’s Run, Walk & Stroll; and the Whisper Walk. WOCA operates on a $300,000 yearly budget and works with roughly 100 volunteers annually, according to Ashely Schneider, executive director of WOCA. One of the smaller events at WOCA, the Whisper Walk is held annually in early November, bringing 100 to 150 attendees – including ovarian cancer survivors and affected families – to Fitchburg, near Madison.

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“We’re slowly building back up after COVID,” said Schneider.

The American Heart Association’s SE Wisconsin Heart & Stroke Walk/5k Run takes place annually on Milwaukee’s lakefront.

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everal nonprofits across southeastern Wisconsin agree on one thing, participation and volunteering are invaluable when supporting local organizations. While the importance of donating money through team and individual fundraising has not depreciated, a handful of area nonprofits say the gift of time is just as essential as any other. The Wisconsin Ovarian Cancer Alliance, the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation, the Colon Cancer Coalition, the American Heart Association and Girls on the Run all host various fundraising and awareness events throughout the year, ranging from walking and running events to brunches, galas and golf outings. Although some of the organizations rely heavily on sponsors, the help of volunteers allows these nonprofits to host events at low cost or cost-free and, in turn, allocate more funds to other necessary expenditures.

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Before the COVID-19 pandemic and within the first few years of hosting the walk, attendance was anywhere from 300 to 500 people. A few years after COVID, numbers are increasing and a recent donation match of $75,000 is helping to maintain the success of the organization, said Schneider. WOCA has four flagship events each year, which in total account for around 30% of the yearly budget. Every flagship event is sponsored by a local business, and WOCA incurs no cost for these events. The same goes for several other nonprofit organizations that host events in southeastern Wisconsin.

CROHN’S & COLITIS FOUNDATION New York-based Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation hosts between 60 and 65 “Take Steps” walks throughout the country each year, three of which take place in Milwaukee, Madison and Green Bay. The events held in the state are estimated to bring in about $150,000 of the Wisconsin chapter’s $500,000 yearly fundraising goal. The national organization has a yearly goal of $9 million. Of all the events hosted by the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation, 60% of all chapter earnings come from participation and donations at the events. “If you think of our organization as a house, our walk program is our front porch,” said Mallory Cwik, manager of national fundraising campaigns and volunteer

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engagement at the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation. “It’s where we’re meeting our community, building our relationships and bringing people inside to learn more.” There are no registration fees for any “Take Steps” walks. Participation and volunteering are equally valuable to the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation as they collectively relay close to 70% of the total return on investment to the foundation, according to Maggie Seer, executive director of the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation, Wisconsin chapter.

COLON CANCER COALITION Minneapolis-based Colon Cancer Coalition has hosted its annual “Get Your Rear in Gear” run/walk in Milwaukee for 14 years. The Colon Cancer Coalition hosts 42 annual run/ walk events throughout the U.S. and one in the Bahamas. National and local sponsors contribute to cover the cost of event materials and logistics, such as tee shirts, runners’ bibs and event spaces. The Milwaukee Get Your Rear in Gear event relies on local sponsorships. This year, the event was sponsored by Froedtert Health, Crawford Evaluation Group, Ascension Medical Group and Novellia (a medical record-keeping platform). The Colon Cancer Coalition incurs no cost from the event and all profits go back into the community. Individual and team fundraising earnings are funneled into grants, which are then distributed among cancer survivors, families of colon cancer patients and caregivers, all of whom need to apply to receive the grant, according to Lauren Burke, event manager for Get Your Rear in Gear, Milwaukee.

AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION Dallas-based American Heart Association’s Milwaukee chapter hosts several events each year: Heart Walk, Heart Ball, Hard Hats and Go Red for Women. The Heart Walk remains a staple event for the organization. This year, the Heart Walk held in late September drew roughly 2,500 attendees and 25 volunteers. This event contributed $500,000 to the local chapter’s $2.5 million goal for all fundraising events, according to Katie Connolly, executive director of the American Heart Association, Milwaukee chapter. “There’s lots of ways to get involved with us, but people can always volunteer,” said Connolly.

and training and day-of event coordination. Girls on the Run has roughly 150 volunteers per event. All programs including twice-weekly meetings and a celebratory 5K are entirely volunteer based.

Girls on the Run participants at St. Augustine Preparatory Academy on Milwaukee’s south side.

The program is offered to elementary and middle school girls between 3rd and 8th grade as a physical activitybased youth development program. A 5K running event at American Family Field wraps up each program, which run in fall and spring. In the interim, elementary and middle school girls participate in twice-weekly meetings that start with lessons about personal growth and development and finish with practice laps to prepare for the end-of-season event. At the end of each season in November, Girls on the Run hosts more than 700 girls at the celebratory 5K run/ walk at American Family Field, totaling roughly 2,000 attendees, including family members and members of the community. The spring program boasts three times more attendance, according to Tina Jones, executive director of Girls on the Run of Southeastern Wisconsin. “We’ve got girls in 3rd through 8th grade and it’s often their first time doing a 5K,” said Jones, explaining why more volunteers and direction are needed at these events. “The community need is very big in the volunteer area.” Jess Connell, a 5th grade teacher at St. Augustine Preparatory Academy on Milwaukee’s south side, has been volunteering as a head coach for Girls on the Run for 10 years.

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“We have such a big demand for this program at Aug Prep,” said Connell.

Milwaukee-based Girls on the Run operates an eightweek program in 120 schools over seven counties across southeastern Wisconsin. Every year, Girls on the Run asks 650 volunteers to help with curriculum, practices

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Techquity: United Way leads collaborative effort to bring digital equity to Milwaukee BY S AMANTHA DIETEL, staff writer

United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County. The organization has also provided 9,000 students with earbuds or headsets with microphones for virtual learning since 2020, according to United Way’s website.

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“That really evolved into a focus on computers,” Berka said. “We were getting all kinds of requests, and we still get all kinds of requests for computers, and that really led into the goal that we’ve set around computer distribution for techquity.”

United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County is working to distribute 50,000 laptop computers by 2027.

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he Milwaukee area’s digital divide grew startlingly apparent with the emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic in 2020. When the world turned virtual, many people and organizations lacked the technology, internet access and digital literacy they needed. In response, United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County stepped up to lead a collaborative effort to establish digital equity. The nonprofit’s “Techquity” initiative, which began in 2020, has three focus areas: broadband, devices, and skills and literacy. As part of that initiative, the organization is currently working to provide 50,000 laptop computers to those in need by 2027. This initiative to address digital equity within the organization’s four-county footprint (Milwaukee, Waukesha, Ozaukee and Washington counties) came as a surprise, said Amy Lindner, chief executive officer of United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County. At the start of the pandemic, there was “an avalanche of requests for help” from United Way’s program partners in need of technology, Lindner said. United Way’s early techquity-focused efforts included the distribution of smartphones and hotspots, along with data plans, said David Berka, digital equity manager at

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If an individual doesn’t have access to a computer or internet at home, that person’s ability to participate in the economy is hindered, Lindner said. That person may not be able to apply for jobs, receive telehealth services in the privacy of their own home or help their children with schoolwork, she said. “It’s just become the absolute norm and sometimes really the only way to connect with important things in our community and our lives,” Lindner said. Berka said access to digital resources is closely intertwined with education, health care and employment accessibility. “If you don’t have access to one or more of those things – affordable, reliable internet, a reliable device, and in particular, a large-screen device – you stand to be left behind or left out of a lot of resources or opportunities that might otherwise be afforded to you,” Berka said. United Way is focused on “serving low-income households with as many digital resources as we can,” he added. Low-income families, senior citizens, people with disabilities, people who are of racial or ethnic minorities, individuals with language barriers and those who are incarcerated are the most impacted by the digital divide, Lindner said. “There’s so many impacts for folks (who are) incarcerated, but this could be one that you might miss,” Lindner said. “But staying connected to people, figuring out how to apply for that job when you’re going to be leaving incarceration or finding housing, whatever’s coming next.”

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DIGITAL SKILLS IN THE WORKFORCE Of the approximately 93,000 unemployed people in Wisconsin, about a third lack basic digital skills, Lindner said. This poses a challenge, because 70% of open jobs right now require those basic digital skills, she said. “That means a huge percentage of the job openings are just not right now an option for more than 30,000 people, so about a third of our unemployed folks right now in Wisconsin,” Lindner said. Berka said that’s United Way’s best estimate “based on what research has been done and what has been published on workforce development specifically.” To help equip individuals with digital skills, United Way has hosted digital skill-focused training events in partnership with organizations such as Everyone On and Microsoft, Berka said. United Way has also hosted skills training with La Casa de Esperanza in Waukesha. “The skills work that we do is really situational, so we’re responding to needs in real time as we learn about them,” Berka said.

SUPPORTING HOUSEHOLDS IN NEED So far, United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County has distributed 8,000 computers toward its goal to distribute 50,000 by 2027, Lindner said. The nonprofit was recently notified that it is receiving a grant from the Public Service Commission of Wisconsin, which will provide funding for another 21,000 computers to be distributed, Lindner said. The PSC grant can also help support digital skills-related work at United Way, Berka said. “It’s going to take us a minute to get those next 21,000 out, but (we’re) definitely gearing up and are excited to do that as efficiently as we can,” Lindner said. Over 100,000 households across Milwaukee, Waukesha, Ozaukee and Washington counties don’t have a computer at home, Berka said. United Way has focused on devices in its approach to establishing digital equity because it’s “tangible,” Berka said. It’s “relatively easy” to distribute devices and find the people who need them, he said, with the help of United Way’s wide network of nonprofit partners and organizations. “By distributing computers to those nonprofits, then they’re able to allocate those to individuals,” Berka said. “That’s really been the method so far, and a pretty straightforward means of doing mass distributions.”

United Way’s distribution partners include Milwaukeebased Digital Bridge and Madison-based Cascade Asset Management, which recycle and refurbish used devices. Berka said some companies have refurbished computers themselves and then given them to United Way to be distributed. “That provides a great option for companies to use the resources and skills they already have themselves to benefit what we’re doing,” Berka said. For its distribution efforts, United Way depends on volunteers and people from local companies who serve on the Techquity Advisory Council, Berka said. The council guides the work performed as part of the Techquity initiative. But there are also 120,000 households in United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County’s four counties that don’t have home internet subscriptions, Lindner said, which “certainly overlap” with the households lacking computers. United Way has done advocacy and policy work related to broadband accessibility and affordability, Berka said. The organization leads a group called the Milwaukee Broadband Partnership focused on those issues and worked to develop a “game plan” for communities to address digital skill and literacy barriers, he said. “We’re always trying to link those skills and literacy opportunities with things like device distributions and information about affordable internet, where people can go to find low-cost offers, what kind of resources are available to them,” Berka said. The Affordable Connectivity Program is one resource that hasn’t been available since May, when federal funding ran out, Lindner said. It was a national program administered by the Federal Communications Commission that provided a monthly stipend of $30 to eligible families to help make their internet subscription more affordable, Lindner said. More than 420,000 Wisconsin households participated in this program before it ended, Lindner said. The United Way helped people with ACP eligibility and enrollment. “It was a really abrupt thing for our community when that resource ran out,” Berka said. Since 2020, 45 partners have supported United Way’s Techquity efforts, according to its website. United Way has also collaborated with the City of Milwaukee, Milwaukee County, Milwaukee Public Schools, Goodwill, the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee, Big Brothers Big Sisters and many more. “It’s not just United Way doing this, it’s United Way backboning this with the capacity, expertise, volunteer time, (and) goodwill of so many other partners,” Lindner said. l

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Q&A: American Heart Association focused on adding local programming the national organization’s 100-year anniversary. The following portions of their conversation have been edited for length and clarity.

DUTIES OF AN EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR “We have staff that focus specifically on fundraising and staff that focus specifically on community impact work. All of that is really geared toward sustainable change in the community. Some job duties focus on local policy through county or city government while others focus on policy in clinics in how they evolve, how they take a blood pressure or how they report on blood pressure work. There’s also marketing and communication in everything we do. From social media to press releases to day-of event coverage, that all falls under me as the executive director, and we’re doing really well from a financial standpoint. We’re hitting goals and then some. Our fiscal year ended June 30, and we were above goal.”

NATIONAL TO LOCAL “AHA started in Chicago, and then we incorporated in New York. Each state started to build their own chapters, and we eventually agreed that we needed to have a regional presence. If you go into another market, you’re going to see the same staffing structure, the same ways that we involve the community and the same fundraising events for the most part. Katie Connolly

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s executive director of the Milwaukee chapter of the American Heart Association, Katie Connolly manages a yearly budget of $2.5 million and oversees its community impact work as well as its marketing and communications. Connolly has been with the AHA for nearly 19 years and has been the Milwaukee chapter’s executive director for almost 10. The Milwaukee chapter employs 11 in-office staff while the national organization employs more than 2,900 staff and recruits more than 35 million volunteers. This year, the American Heart Association is celebrating 100 years of heart and whole-body health advocacy and programming in the U.S. While the Milwaukee chapter and others across the U.S. have not been incorporated for all 100 years, milestone anniversaries are recognized organization-wide. BizTimes reporter Sonia Spitz recently met with Connolly to discuss the chapter’s success and

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“We have staff all throughout (Wisconsin). Some work in our schools on school engagement, some work in our CPR and first aid department, some work in our quality improvement department and some work on advocacy. We have a statewide footprint, but what we do here in this (Milwaukee) location really encompasses all six counties in southeastern Wisconsin. Previously, each state would have their own chapter and a number of years ago, we started becoming what we called at the time, affiliates, with neighboring chapters. Most recently, we’ve started classifying neighboring chapters as ‘regions.’ There are five regions across the country and we’re in the Midwest region, which encompasses 13 states.”

COMMUNITY-CENTERED PROGRAMMING “The work that we’ve been able to do in the community that’s relatively new over the last five years is really focused on having more of a presence in community

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programming. For a long time, we didn’t do that. We were more focused on advocacy where we would advocate for policy change, but not necessarily incorporate any kind of direct programming that would benefit the community. Now, we’re really focused on that. We have blood pressure programming, CPR programming and training around access to healthy foods and nutrition security. We have what we call screen-and-refer blood pressure hubs. What we’re doing is shared across all regions and it’s part of the best practice of the AHA that we’re putting into each one of our communities. “We get involved with coalitions, local community organizations and any kind of free charitable clinics we can partner with. Then, we sit around the table with the county and the city and we talk about how we can make Milwaukee one of the healthiest counties in the state. That’s really what the county executive is trying to accomplish and we know that we can help be a part of that. “We really strive to be of the community. Our mission is to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives. Now, as we transition into the second century, we’re really focusing on health and hope for everyone in the next 100 years. We’re focusing on overall health in reducing those barriers to access care. We’re making it easier for you to have access to healthy food and to understand that you need to know your blood pressure numbers more than just that one time a year that you go to the doctor. We’re really invested in building a nation of lifesavers over the next five, six years.”

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“We really strive to be of the community. Our mission is to be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives.” — Katie Connolly

who is visiting the senior center to take their blood pressure by themselves. When you would take your blood pressure at Walgreens or CVS, you’d use one of those giant machines. Gone are those giant machines and now, it’s just a tabletop machine. The senior center provided the machines and we’re providing the resources and the training for the individuals that work at the senior center. The key piece of that program is that there’s information about referring seniors when there’s cause for concern. We are able to work with free and charitable clinics within the community that accept someone if they come in with elevated blood pressure.

“I don’t think it was difficult to break out from heart and brain health exclusively. I think it actually created bigger and better opportunities for us because we could engage in a variety of ways. When we were focused strictly on heart or strictly on brain, we got narrowed into this disease state. Now, we have so many other topics around overall health that we can involve ourselves in. We know that we need to be part of the conversation around violence in the community. That’s not necessarily in our wheelhouse, but we know that we can play a role in it because if people feel safe, they’re going to go outside more often, they’re going to exercise more often, they’re going to get around the block, they’re going to have easier access to health care and better food options. We may not take the lead on it, but we know we need to be part of it.”

“We have a similar type of programming involving selfmonitoring blood pressure at all 12 of the Milwaukee libraries. It’s a little different in that it’s not a tabletop monitor. Guests actually get a cuff and a monitor in what looks like a shoe box, the same resources that are available to those at the senior center, and they’re able to check it out like you would a book or a movie. This service only exists at the 12 libraries currently in Milwaukee. When they’re done and the time is up, they just return the device back to the library. So again, it’s really meant for individuals that have to monitor their blood pressure and maybe don’t have the resources to get a blood pressure cuff at the local drugstore. High blood pressure is the silent killer and when your blood pressure is elevated and you don’t know, you could be at high risk for cardiovascular disease and stroke.”

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“At the end of June, we implemented a blood pressure program at Clinton Rose Community Senior Center (3045 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, Milwaukee). Clinton Rose is one of five county-run senior centers starting the program and we are getting ready to implement the other four right now. Self-monitoring blood pressure allows an individual

“There are lots of ways to get involved with us. You can always volunteer your time at our events, or you can join ‘You’re the Cure’, our advocacy platform. We’re always looking for people that can leave a legacy, also. They can leave the American Heart Association in their will or give an individual gift to support the mission of the AHA.” l

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Recycling charitable dollars IMPACT INVESTING SUPPORTS MILWAUKEE COMMUNITIES AS AN EMERGING METHOD OF PHILANTHROPY BY S AMANTHA DIETEL, staff writer Impact investing is not exclusive to philanthropic organizations like the GMF and Bader Philanthropies. Northwestern Mutual, for example, announced in October 2023 that it increased its impact investing fund to $175 million to support racial equality initiatives.

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ilwaukee’s disinvested neighborhoods are seeing once-boarded-up buildings revitalized, local businesses uplifted, and new schools and other facilities opened with the help of impact investing. The most traditional form of philanthropy is a grant or donation, but there are some cases when an impact investment may be a more suitable option for an individual or organization looking for funding. Many recipients of these investments are seeking capital for real estate projects that may benefit minority communities, and that could open doors for them in the world of impact investing. This includes minority-owned businesses and nonprofit organizations. Two major philanthropic entities in Milwaukee have taken on impact investing as a means to support community development: Bader Philanthropies and the Greater Milwaukee Foundation. Bader Philanthropies committed to impact investing in 2000, while the GMF’s first impact investment was in 2017. Through impact investing, Bader Philanthropies and the GMF have had a hand in many development projects in Milwaukee’s underserved communities.

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Lisa Hiller, vice president of administration at Bader Philanthropies, said most foundations haven’t yet turned to impact investing because they’re used to traditional grantmaking. But impact investments serve as “an additional approach” to philanthropy. “It’s a new tool in a philanthropic toolbox,” Hiller said.

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Bader Philanthropies is a private foundation while the GMF is a community foundation. This distinction leads to some differences in program structures and may guide impact investment strategies. The most common type of impact investing at these organizations comes in the form of program-related investments, or PRIs. The PRIs can be loans, equity or guarantees, and must be made with a charitable purpose. Most of the PRIs that Bader Philanthropies and the GMF deploy are low-interest loans. At the GMF, these are frequently loans to small businesses. Impact investments require recipients to pay back the funding they receive, which is a key differentiator from typical grants. “What it’s doing is it helps the organizations build their wealth and build their capability to get further credit where they can,” Hiller said. Kermiath McClendon, impact investing manager at the GMF, said the goal of impact investing is to provide access to capital with a low-interest rate and on affordable terms as well as develop “that economic mobility for disinvested

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Franklin Cumberbatch, vice president for engagement at Bader Philanthropies, FRANKLIN CUMBERBATCH said many individuals or organizations who are coming to Bader for funding are “unbankable,” or don’t have solid credit or financial stability to get a loan from a bank. “Even if they get a loan (from a bank), it’s going to be at a higher rate than what we would do, because we’re a charitable organization,” Hiller said.

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people.” The return on investment that the GMF receives as the loans are paid back allows those dollars to then be “recycled” back into the community, he said.

With some impact investments, a Community Development Financial Institution may be involved. CDFIs can function like banks by providing loans and other financial resources, but their goal is to serve marginalized communities. CDFIs often “serve the nonprofit arena,” Hiller said.

to capital. So here we come in and take an equity position in a minority-owned firm to lift up other minority firms.”

Organizations can go to CDFIs for a loan in the same way that they can go to Bader Philanthropies, Cumberbatch said. In that situation, a CDFI may sometimes turn to Bader to help contribute if the financial risk is too high, he said.

“As these small developers build their stack to come up with the funding for a project that they’re doing, we fill the gap,” Cumberbatch said.

“(The CDFI) could come to us and say, ‘We have this deal. It looks like it’s going to make a world of difference in the community,’” Cumberbatch said.

BADER PHILANTHROPIES FILLS THE GAP Since 2002, Bader Philanthropies has committed more than $27 million in program-related investments. Bader Philanthropies has made 63 PRIs, which includes 42 loans, Hiller said. Bader Philanthropies also made eight equity investments, one equity loan and 10 loan guarantees during that time. These PRIs have allowed Bader Philanthropies to work with for-profit organizations, as it cannot give grants to for-profit companies, Cumberbatch said. Hiller said Bader Philanthropies made an $11 million equity investment in the past to Milwaukee-based Generation Growth Capital, a growth fund that invests in minorityowned businesses in the Midwest. “The charitable part of that is investing in struggling or upcoming minority-owned businesses,” Cumberbatch said. “The main inhibitor to grow a minority firm is access

In the past decade, much of Bader Philanthropies’ impact investments have been directed toward affordable housing efforts, Cumberbatch said.

Kermiath McClendon speaks to the Latino Chamber of Commerce of Southeastern Wisconsin about the Empowerment Fund, an initiative funded by the GMF to help local Latino entrepreneurs grow their businesses.

In 2021, Bader Philanthropies committed a $775,000 loan to Fox Point-based developer General Capital Group for the MLK Library Apartments project, according to the organization’s website. The project, which broke ground in 2023, involves redeveloping the Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Library in Milwaukee’s Harambee neighborhood to include 93 units of affordable housing. The library itself will occupy 17,200 square feet of ground floor space. General Capital and Milwaukee-based Emem Group partnered on the redevelopment project. “Because there have been so many positive completed libraries in this pattern, we really wanted to make sure there was one in this neighborhood,” Hiller said. “That was really important to us.”

GMF SERVES AS A ‘RESOURCE TO HELP GROW HEALTHY COMMUNITIES’ The GMF has made 38 impact investments so far, with 19 of them in priority neighborhoods such as Harambee, Brewers Hill and Halyard Park, McClendon said. The GMF has committed $21 million in impact investments

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store and cafe, through impact investing because of its significance as a community resource, McClendon said. The access to fresh food that the store provides is needed in Milwaukee, where there are “disparities and food deserts.” The store also provides jobs and shelf space for other local vendors, he said. “It is a huge gem for that community,” he said. There are four focus areas for the GMF’s impact investments: education (including early childhood and K-12), equitable economic opportunity, housing, and the ThriveOn Collaboration. The ThriveOn Collaboration is a partnership between the GMF, the Medical College of Wisconsin and Royal Capital. This includes the development of ThriveOn King at 2153 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, which now houses the GMF’s offices and has been designed to be a community hub. ThriveOn King is located in Milwaukee’s Bronzeville district, another of the GMF’s priority areas.

The ThriveOn King development revitalized the former GimbelsSchuster’s building on King Drive into a mixeduse community hub.

and has deployed $18 million of that total, McClendon said. At least 500 jobs have been created and retained through those investments, he said. The GMF’s current vision is to deploy $30 million through 50 impact investments from 2020-2025, according to the organization’s website. Members of Milwaukee’s business community can also contribute to the GMF’s impact investment fund, McClendon said. As part of its impact investing efforts, the GMF makes small business loans, equity investments and loan guarantees; 90% of the GMF’s impact investments are loans. McClendon said the small business loans, which offer eligible businesses low-interest funding to be paid back in five to seven years, allow the GMF to help multiple businesses, industries and geographic areas at a time. “It’s to help more of those mom-and-pop shops, and it has really helped us be closer to the community as well as a lot of community-driven organizations,” McClendon said. Rise & Grind Cafe, a Black-owned business located at 2737 N. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drive, received a $50,000 five-year loan through the GMF’s first round of small business loans. The GMF’s goal for its investment was to “reactivate” the space by providing funds for new equipment, signage and staff, McClendon said. The GMF also “stepped up” to provide COVID relief for the cafe, he said, because federal support for small businesses did not reach “disinvested people as much as the hope was.” The GMF has also supported Riverwest Co-op, a grocery

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“(Years ago Bronzeville) was a vibrant person of color community and commercial corridor,” McClendon said. “It was a lot of mom-and-pop shops. There’s a lot of history here, especially for Black communities. To be part of that, to invest in that, and continue to see the growth in it, I mean, that’s valuable. It’s priceless. It can be complex at times, but it’s totally worth the time and investment to move forward.” The GMF has committed $11.5 million as part of its two mission-related investments, or MRIs, in the ThriveOn Collaboration. MRIs are more complex and are longer-term investments than PRIs, and the GMF is looking to make more MRI deals in the future, McClendon said. In the realm of education, the GMF funded the construction of Dr. Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy’s new high school in Bronzeville, across the street from ThriveOn King. The GMF announced in 2022 that it had committed a $2 million impact investment loan to support the project. McClendon said the GMF strives to create generational wealth, economic mobility and job opportunities in Milwaukee through its impact investing efforts. It’s important to “reactivate some of these boardedup buildings and houses” to help establish healthy communities, McClendon said. “This is one of our tools that we use to create those opportunities to drive the mission to make the work work,” McClendon said. “So that’s one of our reasons of why behind it, like, what else can we do as a foundation to contribute and be that resource to help grow healthy communities? Impact investing is a tool, and we’re trucking along.” l

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THE NONPROFIT

Wish List

For this year’s Wish List, we asked the nonprofits featured in the 2025 Giving Guide to tell readers what they need. Read about their most urgent needs on the next two pages – and then connect with the organizations directly to support them. You’ll find their profiles on pages 26-173, which include numerous ways for you and your company to volunteer, attend events, fundraise or make donations. On behalf of these nonprofit organizations and their various missions, thank you for your generous support.

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THE NONPROFIT Wish List ABCD: After Breast Cancer Diagnosis » Corporate partners & sponsors » Marketing opportunities » Gift cards CONTACT: Ashley Kopca

ashley@abcdmentor.org

Acts 17:28 Dance » Production headsets » Staff first aid & CPR training » ABT ballet teacher training CONTACT: Amanda Struebing

amanda@actsdance.org

Center for Urban Teaching, Inc.

Cristo Rey Jesuit High School

» Sponsors » Auction items » Donations

» Corporate work partners » Event sponsors » Van drivers

CONTACT: Cavell Samuels cavell.samuels@cfut.org

CONTACT: Shannon Watry swatry@cristoreymilwaukee.org

Centers for Independence

Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation Wisconsin Chapter

» Art supplies - all » Camera and video equipment » Sensory room items CONTACT: Erin Dentice erin.dentice@mcfihope.org

Children’s Wisconsin

» Donations » Sponsorships

» Immediate Impact for Kids Fund » Event sponsors » Volunteers

CONTACT: Jessi Pham

CONTACT: Children’s Wisconsin Foundation

Jessica@actshousing.org

foundation@childrenswi.org

American Cancer Society

City Forward Collective

ACTS Housing

» Road to Recovery drivers » Volunteers

» Donations » Event sponsors

CONTACT: Shannon Richards

CONTACT: Colleston Morgan

shannon.richards@cancer.org

colleston.morgan@cityforwardcollective.org

American Heart Association

COA Youth & Family Centers

» Volunteers CONTACT: Dawn Lessard

» Sponsorship, programs & events CONTACT: Katie Bruner

dawn.lessard@heart.org

kbruner@coa-yfc.org

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee

College Possible Milwaukee

» Fundraising » Volunteers CONTACT: Mark Knapp

mark.knapp@bgcmilwaukee.org

Brady Street Business Improvement District » Mac computer » Wireless printer » Chalk for street art CONTACT: Michael Sander michael@bradystbid.com

Bridge Builders » Development director » Kitchen cabinets & countertops » New appliances CONTACT: Kurt Owens kurt@bridgebuildersmke.org

Bridge to Brighter Inc. » Youth employment » Auction items » Household items

» Campus visit transportation » Event sponsorship CONTACT: Carolyn Muckelberg cmuckelberg@collegepossible.org

Community Advocates » Twin sheets/blankets » Pillows » Socks CONTACT: Jeri Kavanaugh

CONTACT: Heather Culli hculli@gpsed.org

Curative Care Network, Inc.

Greater Milwaukee Urban League

» Donations toward programs » Annual fund contributions » Event Sponsorship

» Funding for programs » Donations » Sponsors

CONTACT: Patrick Foran pforan@curative.org

CONTACT: Tangela Wilson twilson@tmul.org

Dr. Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy

HEAR Wisconsin

» College tours for all students » Robotics team sponsorship » Tutoring services

» HEAR WI Amazon wish list » Gift cards - Target/Walmart » Hanna Andersson Pilot caps

CONTACT: Maurice Thomas maurice.thomas@hfca.org

CONTACT: Kristin Johnson info@hearwi.org

Eras Senior Network

Hmong American Peace Academy

» Friendly phone call volunteers » Volunteer drivers » Event sponsors

» Dual enrollment » Enrichments » College and career explorations

CONTACT: Darryl Anderson darryl.anderson@eras.org

CONTACT: Chris Her-Xiong herxiong.chris@myhapa.org

Father Gene’s Help Center

Humane Animal Welfare Society of Waukesha County (HAWS)

» New clothing » Volunteers » Monetary donations CONTACT: Theresa Liu marketing@fathergeneshelp.org

» Donations » Sponsors » Raffle items

kgerlach@firststage.org

CONTACT: Tammy Cantillon

Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Southeast

Convergence Resource Center

» Corporate partners » Volunteers and troop leaders » Event sponsorships

CONTACT: Nick Sgarlata nick@bridgetobrighter.org

GPS Education Partners

mseer@crohnscolitisfoundation.org

» Volunteers » Office Supplies

ceo@convergenceresource.org

RetailCustomerService@goodwillsew.com

CONTACT: Maggie Seer

Community Smiles Dental

CONTACT: Dr. Debbie Lassiter

CONTACT: Retail Customer Service

» Drivers to help students » Sponsorships for gala » Auction Items for gala

First Stage

» WIX website assistance » New phone system » 4 new laptops

» Household items » Living room and bedroom decor » Kitchen appliances

» Auction items and experiences » Corporate sponsorships » Event volunteers

jkavanaugh@communityadvocates.net

tcantillon@communitysmiles.org

Goodwill Greater Milwaukee & Chicago

CONTACT: Kelly Gerlach

CONTACT: Madeline Read

giving@gswise.org

Girls on the Run Southeastern Wisconsin

» Canned pet food - dog/cat » Kong dog toys » Dry pet food - dog/cat/kitten CONTACT: Jennifer Smieja jennifer@hawspets.org

International Institute of Wisconsin » Sponsors » Volunteers » iPads CONTACT: Estela Vazquez-Ornelas evazquez@iiwisconsin.org

Kathy’s House » Dishwasher detergent tablets » Disinfecting wipes » Toilet bowl cleaner CONTACT: Robina Biesterfeld robinab@kathys-house.org

» Volunteer coaches » Financial donations » Event sponsors CONTACT: Angela Cooper

angela.cooper@girlsontherun.org

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THE NONPROFIT Wish List LUMIN Schools

Neu-Life Community Development

Sojourner Family Peace Center

Versiti

» Event sponsorships » Financial donations » Volunteers

» School supplies » Cooking/kitchen suppplies » Monetary donations

» Hygiene products » Larger size diapers » Kitchen, bedding, & bath items

» General research » Support support for Versiti on King

CONTACT: Mie Neumann

CONTACT: Jody Rhodes

CONTACT: Rheanne Tibbits

CONTACT: Kelley McCaskill kcmccaskill@versiti.org

neumann@luminschools.org

jody@neu-life.org

giving@familypeacecenter.org

Marcus Performing Arts Center

Pathfinders

St. Augustine Preparatory

» Underwriting arts education » Program & event sponsorship » Volunteer ushers

» Donations » Meals » Hygiene Items, new, full-sized

» Sponsors » Volunteers » Scholarships

CONTACT: Megan Huse

CONTACT: Renee Kirnberger

CONTACT: Elizabeth O’Hara

CONTACT: Susan Eggold seggold@vision-forward.org

Waukesha County Community Foundation

mhuse@marcuscenter.org

Development@PathfindersMKE.org

eohara@augprep.org

MATC Foundation, Inc.

PEARLS For Teen Girls

St. Coletta of Wisconsin

» Sponsor event and group needs » Committee volunteers » Laptops for staff

» Annual & event sponsorships » Durable, sturdy furniture » Transportation vehicles

CONTACT: Ginny Finn finnvr@matc.edu

CONTACT: Alma Velez alma.velez@pearlsforteengirls.com

CONTACT: Dona Campos decampos@stcolettawi.org

MENTOR Greater Milwaukee

Rocketship Public Schools Milwaukee

St. Francis Children’s Center

» Chromebooks » Headphones

» Outdoor Classroom » Educational toys and books » Sponsors, auction items

» Student food pantry items » $ for Supplies for Success Fun » Student Parent Fund Donations

» Host a Mentor recruitment fair » Host a Mentor Workshop training » Sponsorship for 2025 Symposium CONTACT: LaNelle Ramey

lramey@milwaukeementor.com

Midwest Athletes Against Childhood Cancer (MACC Fund) » Donations » Major gifts

CONTACT: Lauren Taylor ltaylor@rsed.org

Ronald McDonald House Charities® Eastern Wisconsin » Individually wrapped snacks » Travel toiletry sets

CONTACT: Mike Bielawski

CONTACT: Olivia Kresse info@rmhc-easternwi.org

Milwaukee Academy of Science

Running Rebels Community Organization

mbielawski@maccfund.org » Workforce development » Winter clothing drive » New books CONTACT: Brittany Warren

» Funds for our HELP Scholarship » Sponsorship of our EPIC event » School supplies, holiday gifts CONTACT: Dawn Barnett

bwarren@mascience.org

dawn.barnett@runningrebels.org

Milwaukee County Historical Society

Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts

» Financial donations » Event and program sponsors » Auction items CONTACT: Samantha Michalski

smichalski@milwaukeehistory.net

Milwaukee Repertory Theater » Support our general operations » Give to our building campaign » Attend 2025 Curtain Call Ball CONTACT: Amy McGuire amcguire@milwaukeerep.com

Nativity Jesuit Academy » Philanthropic donations » Event sponsorships » Mentors for Nativity alumni CONTACT: Jasmine Binion advancement@nativityjesuit.org

» Theatrical lighting upgrade » Assistive listening upgrades » Theater projection system CONTACT: Jennifer Moran

jmoran@wilson-center.com

SHARP Literacy » Videographer services » Printing services » Model Magic

CONTACT: Melissa Baxter mbaxter@waukeshafoundation.org

WCTC Foundation » Fundraising support for AI Lab » Volunteers for external events » Silent auction gift baskets

St. Marcus School

CONTACT: Haley Weickardt hweickardt1@wctc.edu

» Grocery store gift cards » Gas station gift cards » Big box store gift cards

Wellpoint Care Network

CONTACT: Sara Roemer

sara.roemer@stmarcus.org

» Support YTA program » Support mental health services » Become a foster parent

St. Vincent de Paul of Waukesha County

CONTACT: Starlet Hayes shayes@wellpointcare.org

» Clothes and home decor donations » Golf event sponsorship » Consulting on brand development CONTACT: Bob Glowacki bglowacki@svdpwaukesha.com

UMOS

Wisconsin Hero Outdoors » Women’s retreat sponsor » Raised flower beds » Vegetable seeds CONTACT: Tammy Sawyer tsawyer@wiherooutdoors.org

» Program supporting match funds » Event sponsorship » Volunteers

YMCA of Metropolitan Milwaukee

CONTACT: Kristy Moeller kristy.moeller@umos.org

jwright@ymcamke.org

United Performing Arts Fund (UPAF)

» Event and attraction sponsors » Auction items » Donations

» Event volunteers

Sherman Phoenix Foundation

United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County

CONTACT: Dr. Stacia Thompson

» Event sponsorships » Gifts to the WCCF Community Grants Fund » Gifts to the WCCF Bryce & Anne Styza Community Service Scholarship

njackson@sfcckids.org

CONTACT: Katie Korek info@upaf.org

» Capital improvements funds » Operating reserve donations » Program & event sponsorships

» Art and craft supplies » Kitchen supplies » Bubble envelopes

CONTACT: Natoya Jackson

CONTACT: Melissa Mursch Rodriguez

Melissamr@sharpliteracy.org

Vision Forward Association

» Dr. King celebration sponsors CONTACT: Josh Wright

Zoological Society of Milwaukee

CONTACT: Jenny Mueller JennyM@Zoosociety.org

» Donations CONTACT: Gina Santagati

gsantagati@unitedwaygmwc.org

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Big gifts with big impact from 2024 Many generous individuals and companies across southeastern Wisconsin support a wide range of causes in our community. While gifts of any size can make a big impact, here is a roundup of some of the biggest gifts and fundraising efforts from the past year:

Milwaukee Rep

THE REP REACHES FUNDRAISING GOAL TO REBUILD THEATER COMPLEX The Milwaukee Repertory Theater announced in September that it reached its $78 million fundraising goal for the Associated Bank Theater Center project. Nearly 600 donors contributed to the Powering Milwaukee Capital Campaign, which was kept open to raise additional funds for items that were previously removed from the project’s plan in order to cap the cost at $78 million. The Associated Bank Theater Center is being built in the same space as the Milwaukee Rep’s Patty & Jay Baker Theater Complex at 108 E. Wells St. in downtown Milwaukee and is set to open in fall 2025. While the $78 million raised for the project came from private philanthropy, the State Building Commission later approved $1.9 million in state funding for items removed from the renovation plans.

Rendering of the Milwaukee Rep’s Associated Bank Theater Center.

Marvin and Jeffrey Levy.

Continnuum SmithGroup

BROTHERS MARVIN AND JEFFERY LEVY DONATE $75 MILLION TO UW-MADISON’S NEW ENGINEERING BUILDING

Rendering of the new engineering building at UW-Madison.

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UW-Madison alumni Marvin and Jeffrey Levy operate the Madison-based alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverage supplier Phillips Distributing Corp. In September, the Levy brothers made a $75 million donation to UW-Madison in honor of their brother, Phillip A. Levy, who died in 2021. The new 395,000-square-foot building will be named the Phillip A. Levy Engineering Center and will need $347 million to complete. So far, the project has acquired $197 million in state funding and $110 million in private donations, including the $75 million from the Levy brothers. The project still needs just over $40 million to be fully funded.

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OTHER SIGNIFICANT GIFTS IN 2024

Alverno College

• The Lynde and Harry Bradley Foundation announced that it gave $15.7 million in grants to Wisconsin organizations in Milwaukee and throughout Wisconsin in 2023. Some of the largest donations were awarded to the Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra, the Badger Institute, the Wisconsin Institute for Law and Liberty, Concordia University, the Center for Urban Teaching and Seton Catholic Schools. The largest donation, a $2 million gift, was given to the Milwaukee Public Museum to support construction of its new building in downtown Milwaukee.

The Sister Joel Read Center at Alverno College in Milwaukee.

• Clifford and Mildred Huck, the parents of five Marquette University alums, bequeathed $7 million for university scholarships. This gift contributed to Marquette University’s $801.7 million raised as a part of its Time to Rise campaign, the largest comprehensive campaign in the university’s history. • Kohl’s Corp. donated $5 million to the Alliance for a Healthier Generation to support health equity; $2.5 million to Milwaukee-area nonprofits Acts Housing, Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee, Greater Milwaukee Urban League, Milwaukee Art Museum, Ronald McDonald House Charities Eastern Wisconsin, Safe & Sound and the Zoological Society of Milwaukee, in support of the health and wellness of local families; and $1.5 million to Hunger Task Force to support the purchase and distribution of healthy foods across the greater Milwaukee area. • Northwestern Mutual pledged $3.9 million in grants to 57 Milwaukee schools and nonprofits, including Pilgrim Lutheran School, St. Marcus School, Dr. Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy and Milwaukee Academy of Science. The funding from the Northwestern Mutual Foundation is partially directed toward the Summer Teacher Project grants, which were awarded to 25 teacher-led initiatives. The other $1.9 million will support early childhood and K-12 education as well as “schools and nonprofit programs spanning from early childhood education to secondary completion.” • NBA Hall of Famer and former Marquette University basketball star Dwyane Wade donated $3 million to his alma mater to fund youth literacy, scholarships and the men’s basketball program.

Tashia and John Morgridge.

JOHN AND TASHIA MORGRIDGE DONATE $10 MILLION TO ALVERNO COLLEGE John Morgridge, the former CEO and chairman of Cisco Systems, and his wife, Tashia, donated $10 million to Alverno College in August 2024. The donation was one of the largest donations in Alverno’s history and was made through their philanthropic organization, the TOSA Foundation. Kathy Hudson, the chair of the Alverno College board of trustees, said the Morgridges’ gift is “transformational.” The college is facing financial challenges. Earlier this year, Alverno announced plans to eliminate 25 faculty, 12 staff positions and reduce its undergraduate and graduate major options. The college also announced it would eliminate its track and field team. Continued on page 24

• Herb Kohl Philanthropies donated $2 million for construction of the new Milwaukee Public Museum. The gift created the Herb Kohl Education Fund, which will provide Wisconsin educators with free memberships to MPM’s new facility for its first three years. The fund will also give educators opportunities to utilize MPM as an educational resource for students. • The Zilber Family Foundation partnered with The Bridge Project to introduce Milwaukee’s first unconditional cash program for low-income, pregnant individuals in the city. The Zilber Family Foundation plans to invest roughly $1.57 million into the program, which will provide 100 eligible participants with unconditional cash assistance designed to support their needs during the early stages of their baby’s life. • The Eck Family Foundation donated $1.5 million to Marquette University to fund projects within the College of Health Sciences as well as an upcoming expansion to the Athletic and Human Performance Research Center. The gift intended for the College of Health Sciences will focus on projects aimed at applying new technologies, therapies and research to address substance use disorders while the portion directed to the athletic center will support the development of a new men’s basketball practice facility that will be created as part of the building’s expansion.

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CHILDREN’S LAUNCHES MASSIVE FUNDRAISING CAMPAIGN Children’s Wisconsin announced a $300 million community fundraising campaign to support its child care services and research. The campaign, called “Brighter Than Ever,” is the largest campaign in the health system’s history and looks to raise $300 million by Dec. 31, 2025. Children’s Wisconsin has already raised $266 million toward that goal; the funds will support the organization’s efforts to improve the physical, dental, social and mental health of children across the state. 

OTHER SIGNIFICANT GIFTS IN 2024 (CONT.) • The Kohler Trust for Clean Waters donated $1.3 million to UW-Milwaukee for a research vessel for the School of Freshwater Sciences. The donation brings the university within $3.5 million of the $20 million needed to begin construction of the 120-foot craft. • The Dohmen Company Foundation donated $1 million to FoodCorps, a national nonprofit that partners with schools and communities to nourish children’s health, education and sense of belonging. The foundation’s gift will support FoodCorps’ Nourishing Futures initiative, an effort that seeks to ensure all 50 million students in the United States have food, education and access to nourishing, free meals in schools by 2030. • The Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce and UnitedHealthcare of Wisconsin will donate $600,000 to All-In Milwaukee over the next four years. The gift will support 30 students attending public, private and charter schools in Milwaukee and will assist them on their paths to graduate from a local college and enter the workforce in southeastern Wisconsin. The donation will go to students starting college and majoring in the health sciences at area universities in the fall of 2024 and 2025. 

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NONPROFIT PROFILES BUILDING A DYNAMIC COMMUNITY

ABCD: After Breast Cancer Diagnosis ...................................26 Acts 17:28 Dance ................................................................28 ACTS Housing......................................................................30 American Cancer Society .....................................................32 American Heart Association ................................................34 Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee .............................36 Brady Street Business Improvement District .......................38 Bridge Builders ...................................................................40 Bridge to Brighter Inc. ........................................................42 Center for Urban Teaching, Inc. ...........................................44 Centers for Independence...................................................46 Children’s Wisconsin ..........................................................48 City Forward Collective .......................................................50 COA Youth & Family Centers ................................................52 College Possible Milwaukee ...............................................54 Community Advocates ........................................................56 Community Smiles Dental ..................................................58 Convergence Resource Center .............................................60 Cristo Rey Jesuit High School ..............................................62 Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation - Wisconsin Chapter ...............64 Curative Care Network, Inc..................................................66 Dr. Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy.................................68 Eras Senior Network ...........................................................70 Father Gene’s Help Center ...................................................72 First Stage ..........................................................................74 Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Southeast .....................................76 Girls on the Run Southeastern Wisconsin............................78 Goodwill Greater Milwaukee & Chicago ...............................80 GPS Education Partners .......................................................82 Greater Milwaukee Urban League .......................................84 HEAR Wisconsin ..................................................................86 Hmong American Peace Academy .......................................88 Humane Animal Welfare Society of Waukesha County (HAWS) ......................................90 International Institute of Wisconsin ..................................92 Kathy’s House ....................................................................94 LUMIN Schools (Lutheran Urban Mission Initiative, Inc.).....96 Marcus Performing Arts Center ...........................................98

MATC Foundation, Inc. ...................................................... 100 MENTOR Greater Milwaukee .............................................. 102 Midwest Athletes Against Childhood Cancer (MACC Fund) .................................................. 104 Milwaukee Academy of Science......................................... 106 Milwaukee Ballet ............................................................. 108 Milwaukee County Historical Society ................................ 110 Milwaukee Repertory Theater ........................................... 112 Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra (MYSO) ................. 114 Nativity Jesuit Academy ................................................... 116 Neu-Life Community Development ................................... 118 Notre Dame School of Milwaukee ..................................... 120 Pathfinders ...................................................................... 122 PEARLS For Teen Girls ........................................................ 124 Rocketship Public Schools Milwaukee .............................. 126 Ronald McDonald House Charities® Eastern Wisconsin ..... 128 Running Rebels Community Organization ........................ 130 Seton Catholic Schools ..................................................... 132 Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts ........................... 134 SHARP Literacy .................................................................. 136 Sherman Phoenix Foundation........................................... 138 Sojourner Family Peace Center .......................................... 140 St. Augustine Preparatory ................................................. 142 St. Coletta of Wisconsin .................................................... 144 St. Francis Children’s Center .............................................. 146 St. Marcus School ............................................................ 148 St. Vincent de Paul of Waukesha County ........................... 150 UMOS ............................................................................... 152 United Performing Arts Fund (UPAF) .................................. 154 United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County ..... 156 Versiti............................................................................... 158 Vision Forward Association ............................................... 160 Waukesha County Community Foundation ....................... 162 WCTC Foundation.............................................................. 164 Wellpoint Care Network.................................................... 166 Wisconsin Hero Outdoors ................................................. 168 YMCA of Metropolitan Milwaukee ..................................... 170 Zoological Society of Milwaukee....................................... 172

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MISSION Headquartered in Milwaukee and founded by the late Emmy award-winning journalist Melodie Wilson Oldenburg with the vision that “No one should go through breast cancer alone,” ABCD nurtures hope and restores confidence in anyone impacted by breast cancer. This includes people currently in treatment (“patients”), people who have completed treatment (“survivors”), people living with stage IV/metastatic disease (“thrivers”), people at high risk of developing breast cancer because of their genetics (“previvors”), as well as family and friends.

ABCD: AFTER BREAST CANCER DIAGNOSIS ADDRESS: 5775 N Glen Park Rd, Ste 201

Milwaukee, WI 53209

PHONE: (414) 977-1780 WEBSITE: ABCDBreastCancerSupport.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 6 ANNUAL REVENUE: $988,302 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1999 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/ABCDAfterBreast-

CancerDiagnosis

2024 ABCD Mentor Appreciation Brunch at the Hilton Milwaukee City Center.

Director of Healthcare & Community Partnerships Keeshia Jones (center) at the 2024 Young Survival Coalition Summit in Las Vegas.

GOALS

FUNDRAISING/EVENTS

Working as a complement to medical care, ABCD’s signature service is creating a unique match between someone who needs support and an ABCD Mentor who not only shares a similar diagnosis and treatment plan, but also has similar ages, common interests, personal characteristics, career paths, and family dynamics. With 250+ diverse Mentors around the country and a virtual platform that makes it easy to request support from anywhere in the United States and beyond, ABCD can make truly personalized connections. In 25 years, ABCD has proudly supported more than 109,000 people in Wisconsin and across the United States.

Every day, people are diagnosed with breast cancer. For 25 years, ABCD has given the invaluable gift of emotional support as a free service to anyone who needs it.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

GIVING OPPORTUNITIES

ABCD Mentors are volunteers who are at least one year past completing their breast cancer treatment, are living with metastatic disease, or are a care partner. Every Mentor is vetted by ABCD staff and participates in comprehensive training to learn how to provide emotional support. In 2023, ABCD Mentors donated more than 2,800 hours of emotional support services.

ABCD’s services are and always will be free. We rely 100% on the generosity of donors – individuals, corporations, and foundations – to ensure ABCD will always be available to provide hope, compassion, and understanding when it’s needed most. With more than 82% of donations directed to service delivery, consider making a gift to ABCD today through: • Corporate foundations/grants/event sponsorships • Individual gifts • Gifts in memory/honor of • Workplace and planned giving • Event and online fundraising participation

INSTAGRAM: @ABCDAfterBreastCancerDiagnosis

SE RVIC E A RE A

ABCD offers free, one-to-one emotional support to anyone impacted by breast cancer, anywhere, at any stage, including metastatic. Our services are available anytime from diagnosis, through treatment, and into survivorship.

T O P FU NDING S O UR C E S

 Foundations, Corporations & Grants .........38%  Individual Donations......................................... 27%  In-Kind Contributions ....................................... 17%  Special Events, Net ............................................ 11%  Investments and Other Income..................... 8%

If mentoring is not of interest, we have other opportunities, including outreach fundraisers and inperson events.

As demand rises, funding support ensures our services are always available and always free. Funding is also channeled towards Mentor recruitment, training, and continuing education, crafting educational and outreach materials for healthcare professionals, and establishing meaningful partnerships in Wisconsin and beyond. To celebrate our 25 years of impact, we held a recordbreaking 25th Anniversary Gala at the Pfister Hotel in June 2024. In 2025, we will host fundraising events in Southeast Wisconsin.

EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP BOARD OF DIRECTORS Billie Jean Smith (President) ★

Cheryl Biro

Kim Somenske, SHRM-CP

Linda E.B. Hansen

Lisa Gibb

Sandra Underwood, PhD

Cindy Moon-Mogush (Treasurer) ★

Kathy Korducki

Leslie Waltke, PT, DPT

Gina Rich (Secretary) ★

John LoGiudice, MD

Bonnie Anderson

Wayne C. Oldenburg (Past President)

Wong Meyer Smith & McConnell

(Vice President) ★

Foley & Lardner LLP (ret) Marketing and Communications Executive Freelance Journalist

Ellen Friebert Schupper Executive Director

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Milwaukee Catholic Home

Harley-Davidson Inc. (ret) LifeStyled by Lisa Gibb Paylocity

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UW-Milwaukee College of Nursing (ret) Aurora Cancer Center

Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Oldenburg Group Incorporated

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In 1992, Emmy award-winning Milwaukee journalist Melodie Wilson Oldenburg announced on live television that she had been diagnosed with breast cancer. At a time when breast cancer was rarely discussed openly, Melodie chose to use her public position to speak about her personal experience with the disease. She ultimately left her extraordinary career to launch ABCD: After Breast Cancer Diagnosis in 1999 with the founding vision: No one should go through breast cancer alone.

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Melodie Wilson Oldenburg (1950-2009) “The genesis of ABCD lies in the number of phone calls I received when I was on TV and had just gone through breast cancer treatment. People were calling me because they didn’t know where else to go to talk to somebody who had been through it.”

Your Donation to ABCD Makes an Immediate Difference

Directly supports ABCD’s free matching services, volunteer Mentor training, and education

Helps ABCD raise awareness about our services through extensive outreach efforts

Positively empowers patients, survivors, and people living with Stage IV

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MISSION Our mission is to teach dance with integrity, excellence, and the love of Christ! Students receive high-quality training and are led to use the gift of dance to honor God and further His Kingdom.

ACTS 17:28 DANCE ADDRESS: P.O. Box 321421, Franklin, WI 53132 PHONE: (414) 622-0299 WEBSITE: actsdance.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 27 ANNUAL REVENUE: $387,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2018 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/acts1728dance INSTAGRAM: @acts1728dance

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Acts Dance serves children and adults in Milwaukee & Waukesha Counties and Lake Country, offering dance and fitness classes, and presenting community performances and outreach events.

• Prioritize a whole-child approach to dance instruction, above physical skill achievement. • Equip students to use the gift of dance to honor God and further His Kingdom. • Honor God with music selections, attire, and attitudes. • Provide high-quality dance training in age-appropriate ways for children age 3-18. • Offer dance and fitness classes for adults to enjoy movement and pursue wellness.

Tuition covers our basic annual operating expenses in order to provide classes and a spring student performance. We are grateful for donations, which allow us to offer need-based scholarships for students and to undertake special projects such as: community outreach events, studio improvements, training equipment, professional development opportunities for our instructors, and special productions like our Christmas show.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

GIVING OPPORTUNITIES

Many volunteers help us achieve our mission! Volunteer teams installed our studio dance flooring, fixtures, and furniture. Production details are coordinated by committed volunteers, including: ticketing, ushering, safety, reception, marketing, design, sets, and props. Our Costume Team creates and maintains inventory of costumes and headpieces for outreach and performances. Acts families also team up to bless others through charity drives, including providing dance attire and needed supplies for Transformacion Ballet in Guatemala.

• Need-based Student Scholarship Fund • Professional Development • Dance Teacher Certification & Training • Staff First Aid & CPR Training • Performance Equipment (tech headsets, pipe & drape) • Studio Improvements (mirror curtains, viewing windows) • Business Program Ad Sponsorship

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 Tuition.................................................................... 75%  Donations ......................................................... 21.5%  Ticket Sales ............................................................2%  Merchandise Sales .......................................... 1.5%

Events we have planned for 2025 include: dance outreach to churches, nursing homes, and the Hope for MKE community event; a special photo shoot and solo experience for our graduating senior dancers; and Spring Showcase and Christmas Celebration performances.

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★ DENOTES EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP

Craig Rekowski (President) ★

Olen Johnson

Jim Eichholz

Heidi Krueger

Operations Manager, The Howard Company (Vice President) ★

Senior Managing Attorney, CNH Industrial America

Executive Director, Phantom Ranch Bible Camp Tutor, Dyslexia Achievement Center

Krista Heinen (Secretary) ★ Pastor & Community Volunteer

Shawn Prell (Treasurer) ★

CPA & Teacher, Pewaukee Public Schools

Heather Keckeisen

Director of Student Development

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We believe that every student has value and a unique gift to offer! At Acts 17:28 Dance, shaping those gifts through quality dance training and discipleship go hand in hand. We are a noncompetitive, not-for-profit dance school with a mission to teach dance with integrity, excellence, and the love of Christ!

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MISSION Empowerment through home ownership. There is tremendous strength in families, especially those who work hard and live on modest incomes. However, these families have traditionally been locked out of the home buying market and have been denied the safety, affordability, and stability a home can provide. A home provides a foundation for a family and can serve as a catalyst for suc-cess. Homeowners take pride in what they own and improve their blocks and neighborhoods.

ACTS HOUSING ADDRESS: 2414 W Vliet St, Milwaukee, WI 53205 PHONE: (414) 933-2215 WEBSITE: actshousing.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 45 ANNUAL REVENUE: $10,093,335 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1995 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/actshousing X: @Actshousing

SE RVIC E A RE A We provide home buyer and financial counseling, real estate brokerage, and rehab expertise in Milwaukee and Beloit.

T O P FU NDING S O UR C E S

 Individual & Corporate Donations.............. 60%  Foundation Gifts .................................................15%  Government Grants ..........................................20%  Earned Income .....................................................2%  Interest Income ....................................................2%  In Kind Contributions .......................................... 1%

GOALS

FUNDRAISING/EVENTS

Acts Housing is a non-profit organization based in Milwaukee. For the last 28 years we’ve empowered more than 3,900 families in Milwaukee and Beloit to achieve security and stability through homeownership. Acts assists over 300 families every year with their home purchase providing financial education to over 1,500 people.

Acts Housing relies on a broad community of donors to sustain our work. We see the sharing of financial resources as a critical investment in and an act of advocacy for our mission. In addition to financial contributions, our donors share their personal experiences, insights, community relationships, and creativity with Acts Housing. Join the movement for empowerment through homeownership by committing to a recurring monthly giving plan. Your donation has a major community impact. Learn more here: actshousing.org/ways-to-support-acts

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

GIVING OPPORTUNITIES

Acts Housing has different volunteer opportunities from putting together home buyers welcome baskets to event volunteer opportunities.

By supporting Acts Housing, you’re helping to build empowerment, housingstability, generational wealth, and sustainable neighborhoods throughout the community. Monthly giving, sponsorship opportunities, and attending our yearly Neighborhood Table event are all ways to support Acts Housing. Please contact Jessica Pham for further information at Jessica@actshousing.org

EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP BOARD OF DIRECTORS John Beagle (Board Vice Chair) ★

Robert LaGrant

Heather Ramirez (Board Chair) ★

Marvin Bynum

Doug Levy

Joe Schlidt (Immediate Past Chair) ★

Anthony Franda (Treasurer) ★

Michael Mack

Allison Steinhafel

Vanaya Grice

Tim Mattke

John Syburg

Rae Johnson

Marc Perry

Oscar Tovar

Grace Matthews Godfrey & Khan

Westbrook Management LLC Northwestern Mutual

Michael Gosman President & CEO

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PS Capital Partner, LLC MGIC

Community Action, Inc.

Marquette University Law School Godfrey & Kahn

Hammes Holdings

Blackthorne Partners, Ltd. City of Milwaukee

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MISSION 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 33% decline in the U.S. cancer death rate since 1991, saving more than 4.1 million lives.

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Pewaukee, WI 53072 PHONE: 1-800-227-2345 WEBSITE: cancer.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 3,100 ANNUAL REVENUE: $738,155,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1913 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/AmericanCancerSocietyWI

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With 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 & raise funds

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 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, 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 are doing everything possible to stem cancer’s relentless assault and save more lives. Cancer hasn’t stopped, so neither will we.

• Making Strides Against Breast Cancer: provides corporate partners opportunities to showcase their support of breast cancer to more than 1,000 walkers from across Wisconsin each year. • Relay For Life: enables companies to engage their employees and customers in grassroots events to fight back against all cancers. • Golf: a series of high-end, amenity-rich tournaments at prestigious courses that enable participants to network and connect with executive-level leaders. • Gala: Corporate leaders and decision-makers come together each year to network and support the mission of the ACS in style.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

GIVING OPPORTUNITIES

When you volunteer with us, you become part of a united force against cancer. Here’s how you can help: • Join the CEOs Against Cancer Chapter. Participation gives access to an exclusive network of national executives • Form a fundraising team • Drive cancer patients to treatment • Join an event planning committee • Advocate for change to fight cancer

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

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 Special Events ................................................ 23.7%  Public Support Contributions .................. 35.5%  Public Support Bequest ..............................22.6%  Contributed Services ....................................... 16%  Other ................................................................... 2.2%

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Erin Stevens, MD

Annette Adams

Korey Feiner

Tommie Preslaski

Gary Gilmore, MPH, PhD

Research Products Corporation MGIC

Fox Communities Credit Union

Prevea Health

Network Engineering Technologies University of WI - LaCrosse/UW Exten-sion

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Building Healthier Communities Together Building Healthier Communities Together

Cancer is everyone’s business. It’s why the American Cancer Society is dedicated to building impactful partnerships with local organizations to advance our vision of ending cancer as we know it, for everyone. Cancer is everyone’s business. It’s why the American Cancer Society is dedicated to building impactful partnerships with The Kohl’s Healthy Families program supported by Kohl's, through Kohl's Cares, was created to help local families with local organizations to advance our vision of ending cancer as we know it, for everyone. education around cancer prevention, screening, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer. The Kohl’s Healthy Families program supported by Kohl's, through Kohl's Cares, was created to help local families with Kohl's has been the local Presenting Sponsor of select Relay For life events since 2015 and is a Platinum and Bridge of education around cancer prevention, screening, diagnosis, and treatment of cancer. Hope Sponsor for the Milwaukee Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk in 2024. Kohl's has been the local Presenting Sponsor of select Relay For life events since 2015 and is a Platinum and Bridge of Hope Sponsor for the Milwaukee Making Strides Against Breast Cancer walk in 2024.

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food access and ways to get involved and help take action.

Visit the Kohl’s Partner Page to learn more about our partnership and the Kohl’s Healthy Families program. Visit the Kohl’s Partner Page to learn more about our partnership and the Kohl’s Healthy Families program.

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MIS SION To be a relentless force for a world of longer, healthier lives.

A M E RICA N HEAR T AS S O C I ATI O N ADDRESS: 275 W Wisconsin Ave, Ste 230

Milwaukee, WI 53203 PHONE: (414) 271-9999 WEBSITE: heart.org/Wisconsin TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 2800 ANNUAL REVENUE: $1 Billion YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1924 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/AHAWisconsin X: @AHAWisconsin INSTAGRAM: @AHAWisconsin

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

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 Special Events ................................................ 21.5%  Contributions ................................................. 25.5%  Bequests ............................................................ 8.9%  Other Public Support ...................................... 1.7%  CPR Trainings................................................... 26.1%  Other Revenue ............................................... 16.3%

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The American Heart Association has set a goal of doubling the survival of cardiac arrest by 2030. We must increase the number of people who respond to cardiac arrest by calling 911, delivering high-quality CPR and getting and using an AED as soon as it is available. Join us in turning from a nation of bystanders to a Nation of Lifesavers!

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 Milwaukee. • Milwaukee Heart & Stroke Ball: Feb. 15, 2025 • Go Red for Women Luncheon and Expo: May 5, 2025 • Hard Hats with Heart: August 2025 • Southeastern Wisconsin Heart & Stroke Walk: September 2025 • Kids Heart Challenge Events: Throughout the School Year

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GIV ING OPPORTUNI TI E S

The success of the AHA depends on the time and talent of volunteers, just like you! Get involved and: • Sign up for our You’re the Cure network & advocate for grassroots policy change in local government: yourethecure.org • Join our Support Network at supportnetwork.heart.org • Help bring the mission of the AHA to life by sharing your heart/stroke story • Volunteer your time at one of our events

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!

Email volunteerMKE@heart.org for more!

EXEC U TI VE L E AD E RSH I P BOARD OF D IRECT ORS Amanda Baltz

Randy Hoppe

Ben Lorber

Derek Bartle

Jessica Kolstad

Niki Marcelle

Kate Bechen

Kathy Koshgarian

Cindy Milgram

Chantel Byrd

Erin Levzow (Board Chair) ★

Adrienne Pedersen

Katie Connolly

Joy Lincoln, Ph.D. (Board

Chad Robinson

Spaulding Medical US Bank Dykema Veolia

Erin Levzow Board Chair

Joy Lincoln

Board President

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Brandon Drusch

Marcus Hotels and Resorts

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Johnson Controls GE Healthcare

Food for Health

Community Advocate

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Charles Socci

Froedtert and Medical College of Wisconsin

Christy Stone

Milwaukee Public Schools

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Dr. Tom Wozniak

ProHealth Medical Group

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MIS SION 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.

BO YS & GI RLS C LUB S O F GRE ATE R M I LWAUKE E ADDRESS: 1558 N 6th St, Milwaukee, WI 53212 PHONE: (414) 267-8100 WEBSITE: bgcmilwaukee.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 507 ANNUAL REVENUE: $32,367,984 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1887 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/bgcmilwaukee X: @bgcmilwaukee

SE RVIC E A RE A Milwaukee, Wisconsin

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 Contributions .................................................. 32.7%  Grant................................................................. 55.0%  Foundations and Other ................................. 4.9%  Investment Income ........................................ 4.6%  Membership Dues............................................ 2.7%

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For more than 137 years, Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee has been doing whatever it takes to support youth in Milwaukee. We have over 40 Club locations in the city and with your help, we can continue to ensure every kid has access to safe spaces, positive role models and the tools and resources they need to achieve success.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee hosts special events throughout the year to engage the public in our mission and to raise funds to support our programming. Events include but are not limited to our MVP dinner in the spring, S’more Fun at Camp Whitcomb/Mason in August, and Holiday Gift Drive at year-end. We welcome sponsor support and hope to see you at one of our events in 2025.

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GIV ING OPPORTUNI TI E S

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee offers corporate partners and community organizations the opportunity to volunteer al the Clubs and Camp Whitcomb/Mason. Volunteers engage In fun and educational activities with our staff and Club members and experience our mission firsthand.

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.

EXEC U TI VE L E AD E RSH I P BOARD OF D IRECT ORS P. Shannon Burns

Thomas J. Hauske, Jr.

Sal Miosi

Bryce Tolefree

(Board Chair) ★

Marc Cadieux

John Heimsch

Donald Mondano

Ronald A. Troy

Coreen Dicus Johnson

Renée Herzing

Blake Moret

Harris Turer

Giacomo Fallucca

Tanya M. Hines

Jeffrey B. Norman

Marc Vandiepenbeeck

(2nd Board Vice Chair) ★

Peter Feigin

Tracey Joubert

Richard R. Pieper, Sr.

Greg Wesley

Michael H. Lappin

Charles B. Groeschell

Jennie Kent

Mitchell W. Quick

Jay Wigdale

(Board Secretary) ★

Brian Grossman

Carrie Killoran

Steven Raasch

Madonna Williams

M. Beth Straka

Dana A. Guthrie

Earnell Lucas

Daniel Sinykin

Patrick Hammes

Keith R. Mardak

Guy W. Smith

Andrew Harmening

Patti Brash McKeithan

Judson M. Snyder

William C. Harris Morse

Jeff McLean

Mary Ellen Stanek

Anne Zizzo (1st Board Vice Chair) ★

Kevin L. Anderson

Jeff Snell

Interim President and CEO

David Gay Board Chair

(Board Treasurer) ★

Griselda Aldrete James T. Barry III Linda Benfield

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MISSION The Brady Street Business Improvement District is dedicated to enhancing the vitality and vibrancy of our historic street by fostering a dynamic environment that supports local businesses, enriches community engagement, and promotes sustainable growth. We strive to create an inviting atmosphere for residents and visitors alike through innovative programming, collaborative partnerships, and strategic improvements that celebrate the unique character of Brady Street while ensuring its accessibility and appeal for generations to come.

BRADY STREET BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT ADDRESS: 1220A E Brady Street

Mlwaukee, WI 53202 PHONE: (414) 272-3978 WEBSITE: bradystreet.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 2 ANNUAL REVENUE: $407,990.65 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1993 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/BradyStreetMKE X: @Bradystreetmke

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Brady Street Business Improvement District represents Brady Street, located in the Lower East Side of Milwaukee. With 9 blocks run east to west from Lake Michigan to the Milwaukee River.

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1. Enhance Public Art Initiatives Increase the amount and variety of public art installations along Brady Street. 2. Maintain the Green Flow Sidewalk Project Sustain and improve the Green Flow Sidewalk Project to enhance pedestrian experience and environmental sustainability. 3. Increase Visibility of Historic Brady Street Elevate the historical significance of Brady Street through targeted marketing and educational initiatives. 4. Release a Documentary about Brady Street and Milwaukee Release a documentary, that has already been produced by docUWM, showcasing the history, culture, and significance of Brady Street within the broader context of Milwaukee.

1. Community Beautification Projects Activities may include planting flowers, maintaining green spaces, and cleaning public areas. 2. Event Volunteer Volunteer at one of our exciting events held throughout the year. 3. Green Flow Sidewalk Maintenance Team Join our team dedicated to maintaining the Green Flow Sidewalk Project. Volunteers will help with weeding, watering, and caring for the green spaces along the sidewalks.

 Tax Assessments........................................ 72.73%  Events/Fundraising .................................... 27.27%

GIVING OPPORTUNITIES Join us in celebrating the rich history and vibrant culture of Brady Street by supporting the release of our documentary. This film not only highlights the unique stories of Brady Street but also showcases the incredible talent of students from the University of WisconsinMilwaukee’s docUWM. Your generous contributions will help us fund the final stages of promotion, and distribution of this important documentary.

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Michael Sander

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Leroy Buth (Chair) ★

Al Musa

Mike Lee (Vice Chair) ★

Mike O’Connor

Pat Suminski

Dave Olson

(Treasurer) ★

Michelle Eigenberger (Secretary) ★

Teri Regano

Dane Baldwin

Megan Todd

Wade Balkonis

Viet Vu

Jeno Cataldo

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Brady Street is a historical center of Milwaukee, and there are many indications of the past throughout the neighborhood. The Green Flow, a sidewalk art project completed in 1999 by Pamela Scesniak, offers a glimpse of Brady Street’s former hustle and bustle with 86 pictographs symbolizing former businesses throughout the 1900s, including a furrier, laundromat, bowling alley, and more. Each pictograph took approximately 25 hours to produce, rendering this installation one of the most ambitious, lasting public art projects on Brady Street. It’s been 25 years since The Green Flow was completed—HELP US PRESERVE THIS IMPORTANT PIECE OF PUBLIC ART AND HISTORY.

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DOCUMENTARY The Brady Street Business Improvement District worked with docUWM to create a 90 minute documentary that tells the story of the history of Brady Street. The Brady Street documentary interviews historians, business owners, and individuals who have made a profound impact on the Brady Street neighborhood. All interviews and footage will be donated to the Milwaukee Public Library’s archive. The documentary will be submitted to the Milwaukee Film Festival, as well as several national and international festivals

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MIS SION To inspire inner city innovation that will holistically transform neighborhoods one block at a time.

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ADDRESS: 4642 N 40th St, Milwaukee, WI 53209 PHONE: (414) 217-3095 WEBSITE: bridgebuildersmke.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 4 ANNUAL REVENUE: $600,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2017 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/bridgebuildersmke

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Visit bridgebuildersmke.org to see opportunities to volunteer at our Saturday Serve Days or sign up a group for a personalized Serve Day.

Visit bridgbuildersmke.org to find giving opportunities

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★ DENOTES EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP

Tom Gehl (Treasurer) ★

Eric Goldschmidt

Dr Niya Bealin (Secretary) ★

Rosanna Zepecki

Dr. Kurt Owens

Dan Baker

(President) ★

Wesley McKenzie

Jerry Gainer

Carl Brown

Dr. Kurt Owens President

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MISSION Guided by faith, we will meet the physical and emotional needs of youth in and aging out of the foster care system through mentoring, building healthy relationships, and developing life success plans that promote healing and a brighter future.

BRIDGE TO BRIGHTER INC. ADDRESS: P.O. Box 174, Elm Grove, WI 53122 PHONE: (414) 852-5390 WEBSITE: bridgetobrighter.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 2 ANNUAL REVENUE: $361,314 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2021 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/bridgetobrighter INSTAGRAM: @bridgetobrighter

SE RVIC E A RE A We serve youth in and aging out of foster care in the Greater Milwaukee area.

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FUNDRAISING/EVENTS

We plan is to transform the lives of youth aging out of foster care and help them make a successful transition to adulthood through our five pillars: • Safe and Stable Housing • Employment Assistance and Coaching • Self-care and Healing • Building Healthy Connections and Relationships • Life Skills Development and Mentoring

Bridge to Brighter holds two major fundraising events each year. Our 4th Annual Benefit Concert at the Majestic Theatre in Madison will be held on Friday, April 25, 2025, and our 3rd Annual “Fostering Hope” Dinner and Auction will be held in the fall of 2025 (date TBD). For more information go to bridgetobrighter.org/news-and-events .

In 2025, our hope is to purchase a second building to grow our vision and mission.

We provide tours of our building and/or meet with individuals, organizations, and businesses interested in supporting Bridge to Brighter and youth aging out of foster care.

We are always looking to partner with organizations and businesses interested in providing employment opportunities for our youth. Please contact Nick Sgarlata at nick@bridgetobrighter.org  Individual Gifts .................................................. 60%  Foundation/Grants ............................................31%  Other Income ........................................................9%

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

GIVING OPPORTUNITIES

Volunteer opportunities include: • Mentoring • Tutoring • Making meals for our youth • Serving at our events • Project based volunteer opportunities

Donate at: bridgetobrighter.org/donate

Please contact Tina Schulz at tina@bridgetobrighter.org

We accept in-kind donations to furnish youth apartments including couches, loveseats, tables, chairs, lamps, dressers, kitchen and bathroom accessories, TV’s, personal hygiene items, household items and cleaning supplies. We are grateful for donations to cover youth utility bills and youth transportation (Bus passes/Uber/Lyft) to and from school and work.

EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP BOARD OF DIRECTORS Kevin Mehring (Founder, Board Chair/CEO) ★ Nick Sgarlata (Executive Director/President) ★ Bill Dalecky (Treasurer/CFO) ★ Heartland Home Services

Chris Mehring (Secretary) ★ Goldstein & McClintock LLLP

Bladen Burns Nick Sgarlata

Executive Director

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Kevin Mehring

Founder/Board Chair

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Kim Malvick

Bishop Kelly Foundation

★ DENOTES EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP

Heather Grams Next Door

Michelle Minessale

Educator and Community Volunteer

Christine Woods

Wellpoint Care Network

George Matthews Russ Darrow Honda

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Bridge to Brighter meets the physical, spiritual, & emotional needs of youth aging out of foster care. We support these youth by focusing on our five pillars of success: Stable Housing

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Life Skills Development & Mentoring

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The number of youth who age out of foster care each day in the U.S.

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MISSION The Center for Urban Teaching, Inc. (CfUT) is a nonprofit organization that exists to identify, prepare, and support highperforming urban teachers, leaders, and schools.

CENTER FOR URBAN TEACHING, INC. ADDRESS: 2600 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53233 PHONE: (414) 433-9180 WEBSITE: cfut.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 18 ANNUAL REVENUE: $4,140,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2001 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/CenterforUrbanTeaching X: @cfutmke LINKEDIN: linkedin.com/company/

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SE RVIC E A RE A CfUT identifies, prepares, and supports highperforming urban teachers and leaders for private, charter, and public schools in Milwaukee, Racine, Kenosha, and Madison.

T O P FU NDING S O UR C E S

 Services Revenue.............................................. 43%  Grants and Donations ..................................... 57%

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FUNDRAISING/EVENTS

The Center for Urban Teaching’s (CfUT) primary goal is to attract aspiring top-tier teachers and leaders to Wisconsin schools and help ensure they thrive in their careers. CfUT’s educator pipeline includes more than 700 students from 83 colleges, as well as adults pursuing second careers. We support more than 50 partner schools with educator recruitment, coaching, and professional development. Eight of the 10 highest-scoring Milwaukee schools on the Wisconsin state report card are CfUT partners. We also run summer school programs for 19 schools, serving 1,500 children. Nearly 90% of these schools Exceed or Significantly Exceed expectations on the state report card.

The Center for Urban Teaching hosts several events each year that provide customized sponsorship and exhibitor opportunities for individuals and businesses. To learn more, email info@cfut.org or call (414) 433-9180.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

GIVING OPPORTUNITIES

We want students to be so excited about learning that they can hardly wait for school. That feeling starts with you. CfUT has numerous opportunities for you to use your gifts, including volunteering for our: • Summer school teacher training program • Urban Teaching and Leadership Conference • UNITE Conference

Help build Milwaukee’s teacher and leader pipeline – and invest in the children in our community – by partnering with CfUT: • Sponsor summer programming at a Milwaukee school. • Provide resources to supply summer school classrooms. • Host an event that raises funds and awareness for CfUT. • Donate online at cfut.org/donate.

To learn more, email info@cfut.org or call (414) 433-9180.

To learn more, email info@cfut.org or call (414) 433-9180.

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★ DENOTES EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP

Jamie Luehring (Board Chair) ★

Henry Tyson

James Goldschmidt

Allen Ruppel

Kettle Moraine Lutheran High School (Secretary) ★

Quarles & Brady LLP

Brad Kurtzweil (Treasurer) ★ Stecker Machine Co.

St. Marcus Lutheran School Unity in Motion

Ryan Rogers

Nouvelle Marketing

Rob Adams Hydrite

Krysta DeBoer Executive Director

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2024 Summer School Impact Report

Celebrating 15 Years of CfUT Summer School The Center for Urban Teaching (CfUT) is known for our summer training program for aspiring teachers and future school leaders.

CfUT’s teacher training program is life-changing. When I returned to college classes, the practical skills and classroom experience with actual students made my classes even more meaningful. Highly recommend!

Emerald Collier

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MISSION Partnering with people of all abilities to advance their total health.

CENTERS FOR INDEPENDENCE ADDRESS: 2020 W Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53233 PHONE: (414) 937-2020 WEBSITE: cfihope.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 785 ANNUAL REVENUE: $70,000,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1938 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/CentersforIndependence

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Centers for Independence serves people throughout the Milwaukee metro area, the state of Wisconsin, as well as additional states in the U.S.

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 State of Wisconsin ...........................................30%  Medicare/Medicaid/HMOs ............................. 23%  Commercial Foodservices ............................. 18%  Milwaukee County..............................................14%  Outlying Counties, MCOs, Self-pay ...............14%  Fundraising ............................................................ 1%

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FUNDRAISING/EVENTS

CFI’s vision is to foster healthy and hopeful communities. We do this through our values – Understanding People, Leading Success and Working Together.

End of Year Giving - November 1st - December 31st During the months of November and December each year, CFI encourages interested donors to give through the MCFI Foundation to support a specific program or wherever funding is needed.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES CFI offers individuals as well as companies several volunteer opportunities, including interacting with children in our medical daycare area, as well as working in our community gardens to help plant and harvest food for local businesses.

EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Leif Elsmo

President, CEO

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Antonio Riley (Chairperson)

Lyah Holmes

Dr. Mary Spencer, RN, MSN (Past Chairperson)

Norah Johnson

Rebecca (Riv) Goldman (Vice Chair Person)

Tobias Kaemmerer

Leif Elsmo (CFI President & CEO) ★

Dan Neely

Bridget Fassett (Treasurer, CFI CFO) ★

Robin Reese

Steven M. Devougas (Secretary, VP Of Legal and Compliance)

A. Joy Rivera

Morris Cain

Morgan Tilleman

Jeff Fleming

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WE ARE A CENTER OF HOPE.

For more than 85 years, the Centers for Independence, with MCFI affiliates has strengthened communities by fostering hope and helping people advance their total health. Our support services, resources, and affiliates are centered on addressing some of our communities’ greatest challenges. These challenges include access to: food security, trauma recovery, employment opportunity and community inclusion for individuals with disabilities or barriers, and more. We offer multiple ways for you to join us in fulfilling our mission through providing your support in time and donations. Find out how at CFIhope.org.

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MIS SION Our mission is CARE — Care, Advocacy, Research and Education. The heart of our mission is our vision to make Wisconsin’s kids the healthiest in the nation. To achieve our vision, we embrace an expansive definition of health and well-being to include kids’ physical, dental, social and mental health.

C HI L DREN’ S W I S C O N SI N ADDRESS: 999 N 92nd St, Ste 220, Milwaukee, WI 53226 PHONE: (414) 266-6100 WEBSITE: childrenswi.org/giving TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 6,000+ FOUNDATION PHILANTHROPIC REVENUE (3-YEAR AVERAGE): $48,017,426 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1894 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/childrenswi X: @childrenswi LINKEDIN: linkedin.com/company/childrenswi INSTAGRAM: @childrenswi

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

Children’s Wisconsin has embarked on its most ambitious and comprehensive engagement and philanthropy campaign in history, with the goal of raising $300 million. Designed to unlock healthier, happier and mightier futures for the kids and families of Wisconsin, Brighter Than Ever is being powered by generosity, volunteerism and advocacy. Through our 6.5 million connections with kids and families each year, Children’s Wisconsin provides innovative care, access to community services, and mental and behavioral health resources when and where those we serve need it most. Learn more at childrenswi.org/brighterthanever.

Join us on Nov. 20 for an exclusive premiere of Wicked at the sixth annual Children’s Wisconsin Hollywood Movie Night presented by Marcus Theatres and held at the Marcus Majestic Cinema of Brookfield.

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Individuals and businesses can help kids by: • Donating online at giving.childrenswi.org • Considering a gift in honor or memory of someone • Including Children’s Wisconsin in their estate plan • Hosting or sponsoring an event that raises funds and awareness • Starting an employee workplace giving effort • Volunteering in our hospital weekly, in our office for one-time occasions or on a committee that rallies the community around the Children’s Wisconsin mission

Children’s Wisconsin was founded 130 years ago by seven women philanthropists who believed kids needed specialized care and a pastor who helped children find safe and loving homes. Today, we are a top-ranked pediatric enterprise and the largest social services agency in the state. We wouldn’t exist without the continued support of our community. By making Children’s Wisconsin your cause of choice, you impact care for kids and families across the state.

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 Foundations ...........................................................6%  Organizations ......................................................13%  Corporations .......................................................20%  Individuals & Family Foundations ............... 61%

Miracle Marathon presented by Mars Family Foundation is May 15-16, 2025. Listen on 96.5 WKLH to hear stories from kids and families who have received lifesaving and life-changing care.

Search opportunities at volunteer.childrenswi.org.

EXEC U TI VE L E AD E RSH I P F OU NDATION BOARD OF D IRECT ORS

Gil Peri

President and CEO Children’s Wisconsin

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Dave Werner (Chair) ★

Kelly Cleary-Rebholz

Ted Kellner

Greg Renz

Stacey Walthers Naffah (Vice Chair) ★

Meg Dean

Bernie Kubale

Michael Sheppard

Tom Arenberg

Barri Drury

Dave Luczak

Mary Ellen Stanek

Souheil Badran

Raquel Filmanowicz

Dave Margolis, MD

Shelly Stayer

Mark Blutstein

Rick Florsheim

John Miller

Mark Theine

Renee Boldt

Kelly Grebe

Chad Noel

Jill Timm

Betsy Brenner

Patrick Hammes

John Noel

Derek Tyus

Meg Brzyski Nelson

Mary Hosmer

Ugo Nwagbaraocha

Teddy Werner

Dan Buehrle

Jerry Jendusa

Jim Ostrom

Gail Yabuki

Jim Caragher

Chris Kaltenbach

Gil Peri

Portia Young

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Together we can help kids shine. When you give to Children’s Wisconsin, you’re powering a revolutionary approach to care that focuses on every aspect of a child’s health — physical, dental, social and mental. So Wisconsin’s kids can be braver, healthier, mightier. Give today. Let’s turn bright into Brighter Than Ever for generations to come. Donate to Children’s Wisconsin today at childrenswi.org/helpkids or scan the QR code

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MISSION City Forward Collective aims to secure Milwaukee’s future by ending educational inequity and transforming the city’s educational ecosystem to ensure that every Milwaukee child has access to their choice of high-quality school of their choice.

CITY FORWARD COLLECTIVE ADDRESS: 700 W Virginia St, Ste 604

Milwaukee, WI 53204

PHONE: (414) 988-5359 WEBSITE: cityforwardcollective.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 6 ANNUAL REVENUE: $2,500,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2019 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/CityForwardCol X: @CityForwardCol

SE RVIC E A RE A We serve the 110,000 students in the City of Milwaukee and the schools that they attend. On average, 82% identify as students of color and 82% are categorized as low-income

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 Individuals.............................................................51%  Foundationss ...................................................... 10%  Corporations ....................................................... 39%

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FUNDRAISING/EVENTS

Our overarching goals include serving as a credible source of information through policy and data analysis, engaging parents and stakeholders to improve student outcomes, catalyzing the launch of high-quality schools and supporting organizations, and, together with our partner organization, the CFC Action Fund, advocating for policies that champion the creation and expansion of such schools.

We look forward to meeting one on one with those interesting in supporting our critical work here in Milwaukee. If you are interested in learning more about ways that you can contribute financially to our mission please contact our Development Director, Blaque Robinson, blaque.robinson@cityforwardcollective.org.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

GIVING OPPORTUNITIES

City Forward Collective is always looking for dedicated Board members to help us achieve our mission. To bring our vision to fruition, we value the thoughts, opinions, and contributions of the diverse voices who have stakes in the Milwaukee educational landscape. We are especially looking for Board members to serve on our finance committee.

We are able to help secure Milwaukee’s future through the generous contribution of our donors. Individuals, corporations, and foundations can help us achieve our mission by making a one-time donation, recurring donation, donation of appreciated assets, a legacy gift or a bequest. For more information please go to: cityforwardcollective.org/donate.

EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP BOARD OF DIRECTORS Austin Ramirez (Chair) ★

Lafayette Crump

Don Layden ★

Joe Gessner

Hans Dawson

Linda Mellowes

HUSCO International

(Treasurer) ★

Vistage Worldwide, Inc.

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Lannon Stone Products

Retired Executive Community Volunteer

Cory Nettles ★

Michael Aldana ★

Nancy Hernandez

Steve Radke

Bob Arzbaecher ★

Tanya Hines

Tomás Clasen

Mary Kellner

Retired Executive

Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren

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Quarles & Brady, LLP President & Executive Director

City of Milwaukee Commissioner

Tim Sheehy (Chair Elect) ★ MMAC

Mr. Colleston Morgan Jr.

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The Hispanic Collaborative

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MISSION COA Youth & Family Centers nurtures children, supports families, and builds strong and resilient communities — one child, one family, one community at a time.

COA YOUTH & FAMILY CENTERS ADDRESS: 909 E North Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53212 PHONE: (414) 263-8383 WEBSITE: coa-yfc.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 127 ANNUAL REVENUE: $8,252,315 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1906 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/COAYFC X: @COAYFC

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COA serves children and adults throughout Milwaukee County.

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FUNDRAISING/EVENTS

COA’s goal is to foster education, growth, and empowerment for families in Milwaukee. We impact over 8,000 children and adults annually by offering high-quality daycare, year-round youth programs—including a summer camp—and by equipping parents to be their child’s first teacher.

Supporting COA events like our annual Night with the Stars Gala, Skyline Music Series, and Safe Summer Kickoff is vital to sustaining our programs. These events raise essential funds that directly support early childhood education, youth development, and family services. Your participation—whether through sponsorship, donations, or attendance—helps COA continue providing life-changing opportunities to children and families in our community. Join us in making a meaningful impact and building stronger, brighter futures for all!

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

GIVING OPPORTUNITIES

COA offers diverse volunteer opportunities, from mentoring youth to assisting in early childhood programs and family events. We work with volunteer groups of all sizes. By sharing your time and skills, you help empower children, strengthen families, and uplift communities. Contact us to learn how to get involved!

You can support COA by making a donation in several ways: one-time gifts, recurring contributions, or designated funds for specific programs. Your generosity helps us provide high-quality daycare, youth programs, and family support. Donate online or contact us to learn how you can make a meaningful impact.

 Contributed Support ........................................ 34%  Earned Revenue ................................................59%  Other ........................................................................ 7%

EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Shawna Muren

★ DENOTES EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP

Amanda Boynes (President) ★

Kimberly Blackwell

Tracy Luber

Dina Abercrombie (Vice President) ★

Carmen Decot

Diana Pathammavong

Nancy Farino

David Feiss

Chanell Royston

Ron Miller (Secretary) ★

Michael Gilbert

Iesha Sanders

Jason Eggert (Treasurer) ★

Jon Greenberg

Sean Scullen

Maggie Atkinson

Jack Jacobson

Angela Stenklyft

Robert Barnard

Kellen Kasper

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Empowering Milwaukee’s Future, One Child at a Time

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MIS SION College Possible is making college admission and success possible for students from low-income backgrounds through an intensive curriculum of coaching and support. Through our national and regional partnerships and evidence-based programs, we are advancing college opportunity to build stronger communities and more equitable pathways to economic mobility.

C O L L E GE PO SSI BL E M I LWAUKE E ADDRESS: 1515 N Rivercenter Dr, #105

Milwaukee, WI 53212

PHONE: (414) 220-9450 WEBSITE: collegepossible.org/Wisconsin TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 36 ANNUAL REVENUE: $2,646,294 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2008 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/CollegePossibleWisconsin X: @CollPossibleWI

SE RVIC E A RE A College Possible Wisconsin serves students from under-resourced communities in Wisconsin, helping them persist on their paths to and through a college degree.

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 AmeriCorps ......................................................... 35%  Foundations ........................................................20%  Local Govt. ........................................................... 19%  Individuals.............................................................12%  Corporate.............................................................. 11%  Earned Rev..............................................................3%

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1. Increase financial revenue • Expand scholarship opportunities for late-stage and older enrolled students • Increase available Direct Student Aid and emergency funds for students in crisis 2. Increase access to higher education • Serve more students from diverse backgrounds and communities across Wisconsin to ensure that all students have equitable access to higher education opportunities • Achieve a six-year bachelor’s degree attainment rate of 65% by 2030 3. Increase strategic partnerships • Expand career pathways for students nearing college completion • Build stronger talent pipelines to employers

Individual and institutional support is key to College Possible’s success. Annual and monthly contributions provide support for programming and direct student aid throughout the state. College Possible Wisconsin hosts an annual Dream Big Dinner each spring recognizing the new class of college graduates and honoring community members who have made a significant impact. College Possible Wisconsin is a proud partner agency with the United Way of Greater Milwaukee and Waukesha County who provides support for operations and AmeriCorps service members.

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We have multiple volunteer opportunities throughout the year! Ranging from our annual Day of Service activities on Martin Luther King Jr. Day to set-up and take-down help at any of our events, we look forward to having you join our community of volunteers. Contact smeyer@ collegepossible.org for more information.

Support our mission to empower students on their path through college by visiting CollegePossible.org/DonateWI. Your donation helps provide vital resources, mentorship, and opportunities that build futures. Whether you choose to give a one-time gift or set up a recurring donation, your support makes a meaningful impact on students working to achieve their college and career goals. To learn more about our giving opportunities or about attending our annual Dream Big Dinner fundraising gala, please contact cmuckelberg@collegepossible.org.

EXEC U TI VE L E AD E RSH I P BOARD OF D IRECT ORS Christine Holloway (Chair) ★

Sangeeta Khanna

Mayra Alaniz

Dr. Cheryl Moore

JoAnne Breese-Jaeck ★

Katina Shaw ★

Rick T. Dillon ★

Josh Smith

Louis Johnson

Lindy Yeager

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Gruber Law Offices LLC

Community Volunteer Community Volunteer

Milwaukee Brewers Baseball Club A.O. Smith Corporation Community Volunteer

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Help empower the college dream “College Possible Wisconsin guided me through all the ups and downs of college life and most importantly helped me realize my full potential. I am thankful for everything I’ve learned and achieved with their support.” Breanna Thao Hmong American Peace Academy ’20 UW - Milwaukee ’24

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MIS SION Community Advocates’ mission is to provide individuals and families with advocacy and services that meet their basic needs so they may live in dignity.

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2 C O M M U N I T Y AD V O CATE S ADDRESS: 728 N James Lovell St, Milwaukee, WI 53233 PHONE: (414) 449-4777 WEBSITE: communityadvocates.net TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 150 ANNUAL REVENUE: $17,000,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1976 FACEBOOK:

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SE RVIC E A RE A We help low-income individuals and families with utilities assistance, housing stability services, supportive housing, emergency shelter, homeless outreach, domestic violence services, behavioral health recovery supports, and substance use prevention.

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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, 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 substance use amongst youth and improving the quality of life for individuals and families in Milwaukee and throughout Wisconsin.

Contributions of all sizes and forms are welcome and put to good use. We gratefully accept donations at the How to Help section of communityadvocates.net. If you would like to organize an in-kind donation drive (twin sheets, pillows, blankets, towels, diapers, socks), please get in touch with Jeri Kavanaugh, Bottomless Closet Manager, at jkavanaugh@communityadvocates.net. Facebook users can create a fundraiser to benefit our programs (@ CommunityAdvocatesMilwaukee). To get more involved in policy, prevention, and community engagement on our core issues, join the PPI Member Network at ppi.communityadvocates.net.

V OLU NTEER OPP ORT U NITIES

 State of Wisconsin ........................................... 33%  Milwaukee County.............................................30%  Federal Agencies................................................15%  Other ........................................................................9%  City of Milwaukee.................................................5%  Waukesha County ................................................3%  Foundations/Donations .....................................3%  Rental Income .......................................................2%

Join our amazing Volunteer Corps today! Community Advocates offers several volunteer opportunities for individuals and groups. Opportunities include volunteering in our Children’s Program, preparing and serving a meal for residents at our Emergency Shelter or Autumn West Safe Haven, and organizing our clothing bank. Please get in touch with Jeri Kavanaugh at jkavanaugh@ communityadvocates.net to learn more about current volunteer opportunities! Thank you!

GIV ING OPPORTUNI TI E S Help us achieve our mission by: • Making a one-time or monthly donation online by visiting: communityadvocates.net/how-to-help • Donating items on our wish list: communityadvocates. net/how-to-help/wish-list.html • Supporting the Milwaukee Rental Housing Resource Center: communityadvocates.net/how-to-help/rentalhousing-resource-center-contributions.html • Joining the Nevermore Batterer’s Intervention Program Support Network: communityadvocates.net/ how-to-help/nevermore-support-network.html • Making a gift to the Public Policy Institute: ppi. communityadvocates.net/how-to-help/ • Becoming a member of the Public Policy Institute: ppi.communityadvocates.net/how-to-help/ppimembership.html To join our mailing list, please fill out the form at communityadvocates.net/news-events/mailing-list.html Thank You for Your Support!

EXEC U TI VE L E AD E RSH I P BOARD OF D IRECT ORS Bryan House (President) ★

Valerie Gabriel

Sharon Jordan

Gary Ingram

Foley & Lardner, LLP

(Vice-President) ★

Direct Supply

Bryan House

CEO

Board President

Sandra Samse (Treasurer) ★

Jim Liedtke

Nicole Angresano

Kate Venne

Anne DeLeo

Jodi Wire

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The Impact of Your Support: Last Year’s Achievements

Basic Needs

21,379 2,237 households received financial support and help making payment plans to maintain their utilities through the Low-Income Home Energy Assistance Program.

7,876

landlords and tenants received support resolving issues related to rental housing.

households in Milwaukee and Waukesha Counties received emergency rental assistance, stabilizing their housing situations amid temporary financial hardship.

254

adults and 574 children received intensive case management services and support to enhance housing stability, school attendance, and financial well-being.

Behavioral Health

183

individuals experiencing street homelessness received critical outreach through the Homeless Outreach Program.

Milwaukee Women’s Center

3,363

residents accessed resources through the Milwaukee Rental Housing Resource Center to prevent or divert eviction.

355

consumers received assistance and advocacy with their SSI and Disability benefits.

36

individuals experiencing chronic homelessness and mental illness received stable shelter and supportive services through the Autumn West Safe Haven, while working to secure permanent housing.

886

individuals obtained employment through the FoodShare and Employment Training Program.

76

individuals with disabling conditions received protective payee and financial management services.

101

Milwaukee residents experiencing chronic homelessness and living with a disability received immediate access to safe and affordable housing through the Autumn West Permanent Housing Program.

282

people seeking new employment opportunities received free career-appropriate clothing through the Bottomless Closet.

297

adults and children received emergency transportation, safe housing, and comprehensive domestic violence services through the Milwaukee Women’s Center Domestic Violence Emergency Shelter.

213

families experiencing homelessness received safe shelter and assistance through the Family Support Center Emergency Shelter.

76

individuals striving to overcome substance use disorders received intensive, outpatient treatment.

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fathers enrolled in the Milwaukee Fatherhood FIRE Program to become more effective and engaged partners.

older adults facing abuse received safe shelter and assistance through the Older Abused Women’s Program.

On behalf of the lives of those you will uplift, we thank you.

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men participated in the Nevermore Batterers’ Prevention and Intervention Program to break the cycle of intergenerational violence.

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MISSION Community Smiles Dental improves the lives of the underserved through dental healthcare services, preventive education, and advocating for systemic healthcare change - Because everyone deserves a healthy smile.

COMMUNITY SMILES DENTAL ADDRESS: 210 NW Barstow St, Ste 305

Waukesha, WI 53188

PHONE: (262) 522-7645 WEBSITE: communitysmiles.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 43 ANNUAL REVENUE: $3,263,260 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2007 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/CommunitySmilesDental

SE RVIC E A RE A Community Smiles Dental provides dental healthcare services to children and families throughout Milwaukee, Waukesha, Washington, and Ozaukee Counties.

T O P FU NDING S O UR C E S

 Program Revenue ......................................... 38.4%  Individual Donations & Grants .................. 37.4%  Special Events .................................................. 6.6%  Government Grants ........................................ 6.9%  In-Kind Donations ............................................5.7%  Net Investment Return ......................................5%

GOALS

FUNDRAISING/EVENTS

Community Smiles Dental aspires to continuously improve the dental health of the patients and communities we serve in the Greater Milwaukee four-county area. Over the past 17 years, we have prioritized serving low-income families while expanding our service continuum to respond to unmet needs in the community.

4th annual Cheers to Community Smiles Thursday, November 7, 2024 at the Blue Mound Golf & Country Club in Wauwatosa, Wisconsin. Enjoy an intimate evening sampling a variety of wines and bourbons, small plate entrees, and dessert accompanied by entertainment, raffle prizes, and a live auction.

We aim to expand our services to better serve the community by adding a third clinic location in Milwaukee.

2025 Laugh for a Smile Thursday, April 3, 2025 at the Brookfield Conference Center in Brookfield, Wisconsin. Celebrate a night of comedy and community at CSD’s signature fundraising event. Small plate entrees, drinks, raffles, video highlights, and a national comedy act complete this much-anticipated annual soiree.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

GIVING OPPORTUNITIES

Community Smiles Dental has volunteer opportunities for professional dental healthcare providers, including dentists, dental hygienists, and dental assistants. We also have a variety of volunteer opportunities for non-direct patient service, including help at our fundraising events and dental health kit-building for outreach events.

Your support of Community Smiles Dental helps provide a dental home and compassionate care for underserved children and families in Milwaukee, Waukesha, Washington, and Ozaukee counties. You can get involved by: • Making individual contributions through our website at communitysmiles.org • Sponsoring events and seasonal campaigns • Attending our signature events, Laugh for a Smile and Cheers to Community Smiles • Donating raffle items and in-kind gifts For any questions or to explore other ways you can help spread healthy smiles, please contact tcantillon@communitysmiles.org.

EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP BOARD OF DIRECTORS Karin Kultgen, MD (Chairperson) ★

Katie Ives, CFP

Miranda Peter, DDS

Christy D’Angelo, JD

Molly Jasmer, JD

Sid Singh, MD, MS, MBA

Kathryn Connor, DDS (Secretary) ★

Meghan Kinateder, MD

Deb Wallendal

Laura J. Arnow (Treasurer) ★

Teri Lux, RN, MSN, NEA-BC

Renee Ramirez (Ex Officio)

Luis Hernandez

John Macy, JD

Retired MD

(Vice Chairperson) ★

D’Angelo & Grabow, LLP Wales Family Dental

CPA - Arnow & Associates

Scott Marshall

Chief Executive Officer

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Urethane Systems Plus, Inc.

Northern Trust

Grady, Hayes, & Geary Waukesha Pediatric Associates Froedtert Menomonee Falls Hospital

High Point Dentistry

Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Waukesha Area Technical College (retired) Emeritus Chief Executive Officer, Community Smiles Dental

Municipal Law & Litigation Group, SC

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MIS SION Convergence Resource Center provides support services for women rebuilding their lives after trauma with an emphasis on human trafficking survivors and justice involved women. Convergence realizes that the families of individuals with the lived experience of human trafficking need more than material support so we walk with them through the unthinkable. CRC understands that human trafficking is a supply and demand business so we provide an avenue for men to take a visible stand against human trafficking. Convergence values collaboration so we provide training, education, awareness and partnership to the community at large. It is our mission to be a beacon in the storm for women that need our help.

C O NV E RGENC E R E S O UR C E C E N TE R ADDRESS: 2323 N Mayfair Rd, Ste 400

Milwaukee, WI 53226 PHONE: (414) 231-3058 WEBSITE: convergenceresource.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 9 ANNUAL REVENUE: $576,527 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2004

SE RVIC E A RE A Primarily Milwaukee WI. We also have an office in Madison WI and because human trafficking is worldwide we serve clients from all over.

The Epidemic and The Game 2024 - A city wide annual event provided to give information to the community on specific topics.

HEMAD Biker Ride 2024 - Motorcycle Bikers road from Milwaukee to Madison for the second year to take a stand against human trafficking.

T O P FU NDING S O UR C E S

GOALS

F U ND RAISING /E VE NTS

To provide resources including financial assistance to women rebuilding their lives after trauma with a focus on justice involved women and human trafficking survivors, to provide a safe environment to heal and recover, to assist families of individuals with lived experience by walking alongside to help them understand and heal.

HEMAD Biker Ride - Bikers riding to take a stand against human trafficking. This fundraiser is coordinated by Biker clubs throughout Wisconsin that ride (all vehicles) from Milwaukee to Madison taking the HEMAD pledge to stand against human trafficking. Our main fundraising event is our Anniversary fundraiser. We look for sponsors as well as volunteers to provide an evening of enchantment and encouragement while sharing our accomplishments and plans with community.

V OLU NTEER OPP ORT U NITIES

GIV ING OPPORTUNI TI E S

Administration assistance - We need help with the many administrative tasks for all of our programs. Special Events coordination and management - We have 4-6 major events that require everything from contacting sponsors, marketing and planning. Call Center and outreach support. We will be expanding our call center and outreach activities in Milwaukee and Madison.

Outreach supplies and materials, yarn for blanket making, services and discounts through partnerships to help our clients. Financial gifts can be given on our website which will assist in all facets of the operation.

 Donors ...................................................................14%  Foundations ........................................................44%  Grants ................................................................... 36%  Other ........................................................................6%

EXEC U TI VE L E AD E RSH I P BOARD OF D IRECT ORS Dr. Thelma Newby (Chair) ★

Rose Murack

Arnold Cifax Sr.

Tamara Remington

SET Ministries, Retired

(Acting Chair) ★

New Testament Church of Milwaukee

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Carla McKiver, MBA

Chief Finance Officer and Co-Founder

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Acuity Insurance

Genevieve O’Sullivan-Crowley

Shirley Mallett

Dr. Debbie Lassiter (Admin Board Member)

Kenneth Hayes (Board Treasurer) ★

Carla McKiver (Admin Board Member)

Milwaukee Rescue Mission Executive Director and CoFounder

The Decade Group

William F Sulton (Acting Co-Chair) ★ The Sulton Law Firm

Dr. Debbie Lassiter

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Mondelez International

Retired

Convergence Resource Center Convergence Resource Center

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The CRC provides targeted support services for individuals rebuilding their lives after trauma.

Group and Individual Services Trauma Recovery Support Job Readiness Employment Program Pschotherapy Sessions CONTACT US

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MISSION Cristo Rey Jesuit, a Catholic high school for young women and men of all faiths and limited financial means, integrates rigorous academics, professional work experiences, and spiritual development to empower graduates to succeed in college and life.

CRISTO REY JESUIT HIGH SCHOOL ADDRESS: 1818 W National Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53204 PHONE: (414) 436-4600 WEBSITE: crjmke.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 86 ANNUAL REVENUE: $12,000,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2015 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/CristoReyMKE

SE RVIC E A RE A Cristo Rey Jesuit High School serves 450+ students from families with limited financial means in grades 9-12 annually living within the greater Milwaukee area with affordable Catholic, college preparatory education.

T O P FU NDING S O UR C E S

 Parental Choice Funding/ Student Tuition ................................................. 52%  Corporate Work Study Program ................ 29%  Fundraising ..........................................................15%  Other .......................................................................3%  Family Contributions ......................................... 1%

GOALS

FUNDRAISING/EVENTS

Cristo Rey Jesuit High School (CRJ) opened its door in 2015 as a part of a nationwide network of 40 Catholic, college preparatory high schools for students from households with limited financial means. 100% of CRJ seniors are accepted into college, and 95% are the first in their families to attend a college. Our innovative model empowers students to pursue higher education, instills confidence they need to thrive, and provides four years of invaluable professional work experience through our Corporate Work Study Program. A CRJ grad is a leader committed to a lifelong pursuit of learning, faith, and justice.

Make a gift to the Trailblazer Fund. This fund supports rigorous academics, arts, athletics, counseling support services needed for the 2024/25 academic year. Each November, CRJ holds Milwaukee Stars Merengue: its annual benefit gala to celebrate and support transformational education. Corporate sponsorship and individual philanthropy opportunities are available. Contact CRJ Advancement at (414) 436-4600 ext. 2202 for more information.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

GIVING OPPORTUNITIES

CRJ has many ways to share your gifts of time with students and the school. Volunteer opportunities include: • Van drivers with daily and weekly routes • Student tutors during the school day • Coaches & supervisors for extracurricular activities, both Event volunteers • Committee volunteers

We are grateful for the generous support received from individuals, corporations, and foundations that provide students of modest means with college preparatory education rooted in Catholic Jesuit tradition and combined with professional work experience to ensure future success. Here’s how you can help: • Make an individual or corporate donation • Sponsor a classroom, a student, or work study job • Participate in or sponsor a CRJ event • Include CRJ in your estate plans

EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP BOARD OF DIRECTORS John Borgen

Catholic Financial Life

Michelle Glynn

Hon. Pedro Colon

Kevin Long

Patrick DiStefano

John C. (Jay) Mack

Milwaukee County Deloitte, LLP President

Dr. Kris Ropella Board Chair

Hon. M. Joseph Donald

Wisconsin Court of Appeals

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Northwestern Mutual

Cindy Cervantes Hatco Corporation

Andrew Stith

David A. Escamilla

WEC Energy Group Quarles & Brady, LLP Town Bank

Fr. Michael Marco, S.J. Marquette University High School

★ DENOTES EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP

Jay McKenna

North Shore Bank

Gerard Randall

Milwaukee Education Partnership

Susan Ranft

Johnson Controls

Michael Reardon Allspring Global Investments

Kristina (Kris) Ropella, Ph.D.

(Board Chair) ★ Marquette University

Andrew Stith

Cristo Rey Jesuit High School Milwaukee

Steve Thomas

Jay Schwister Baird

Kohl’s Department Stores

Ian Schwartz, M.D.

Mark Toth

Froedtert & MCW Health Network

ManpowerGroup North America

Vanessa Solis

Fr. George Winzenburg, SJ

Nativity Jesuit Academy

St. Camillus Jesuit Community

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MIS SION The Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation is the leading nonprofit organization focused on both research and patient support for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). Our mission is to cure Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis and improve the quality of life for adults and children living with IBD.

C RO HN ’ S & C O L I TI S F O UN DATI O N W I SC O NSIN C H APTE R ADDRESS: 17100 W Bluemound Rd, Ste 101

Brookfield, WI 53005

PHONE: (414) 475-5520 WEBSITE: crohnscolitisfoundation.org/chapters/

wisconsin

TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 2 ANNUAL REVENUE: $450,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1967 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/CrohnsColitisWI

SE RVIC E A RE A State of Wisconsin

T O P FU NDING S O UR C E S

 Peer-to-Peer Fundraising ............................ 40%  Special Events .................................................... 34%  Individual Gifts/Foundations ..........................15%  Workplace Giving ............................................... 11%

GOALS

F U ND RAISING /E VE NTS

The Foundation is dedicated to finding cures for inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), and to improving the quality of life for those living with these diseases. To fulfill this mission, we raise funds to heavily invest in research on the treatment and cures of IBD. We also work to support patients through education programs, support services, advocacy, quality of care initiatives, and a clinical trials community. We also host a weeklong overnight camp in Elkhorn, WI just for children with IBD called Camp Oasis. At camp, kids create lifelong friendships with people who truly understand their struggles.

Essential to the Foundation’s mission, our ongoing fundraising efforts enable us to fund further research, as well as educational and patient support activities. We encourage teams and individuals to participate in Take Steps walks in Milwaukee, Madison, and Green Bay. Our annual special event in Milwaukee, An Autumn Affair, is an elegant soiree with cocktails, dinner, games and auctions to raise funds for our mission. We also have Team Challenge, an endurance training fundraising program, including half marathons and triathlons.

V OLU NTEER OPP ORT U NITIES

GIV ING OPPORTUNI TI E S

• Plan and participate in Take Steps walks • Volunteer for An Autumn Affair special event planning committee • Serve on Chapter leadership board • Participate on advisory board of healthcare professionals • Organize and facilitate patient support groups • Mentor newly diagnosed patients through Power of 2 program • Participate in Team Challenge endurance program

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Individual contributions Corporate sponsorship Workplace/employee giving Planned giving and bequests Event participation

EXEC U TI VE L E AD E RSH I P BOARD OF D IRECT ORS Katie Mevis (Board President) ★

Dr. Joshua Noe

Dr. Poonam Beniwal-Patel

Dr. Paraj Patel

Todd Ericksrud

Kevin Schalk

Ken Greve

Dr. Mike Schmalz

Jennifer Hardin (President Elect)

Dr. Daniel Stein (HPEC Chair)

Jason Holtman

Wally Stelzer

SAP

Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin MatchBack Systems The Boldt Company

Maggie Seer

Executive Director

Katie Mevis

Board President

GI Associates

Pure Integrity Homes

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★ DENOTES EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP

Children’s Wisconsin Clement J. Zablocki VA Medical Center Baker Tilly

GI Associates

Froedtert & the Medical College of Wisconsin Retired, ITW ARK-Les Corporation A SU PPL EM EN T O F BI Z TI M ES M I LWA U KEE

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When helping people with IBD, there’s no such thing as TMI.

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MISSION Curative Care Network improves the function and quality of life for persons with disabilities or limiting conditions through high quality care and services.

FUNDRAISING/EVENTS

CURATIVE CARE NETWORK, INC.

Curative Care is honored to partner with the United Way of Greater Milwaukee and Waukesha County, along with the Milwaukee County Department of Health and Human Services, as we collectively strive to fulfill our shared mission of improving lives and strengthening our community. These vital partnerships enable us to continue offering the high-quality care and support that individuals with disabilities and limiting conditions depend on.

ADDRESS: 1000 N 92nd St, Milwaukee, WI 53226 PHONE: (414) 259-1414 WEBSITE: Curative.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 230+ ANNUAL REVENUE: $12,000,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1919 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/CurativeCareWI X: @CurativeCareWI INSTAGRAM: @Curative_Care_WI

SE RVIC E A RE A Counties served are Milwaukee, Waukesha, Sheboygan, Washington, Ozaukee, Jefferson, Walworth, Racine and Kenosha

T O P FU NDING S O UR C E S

 Programs and Services .................................. 78%  United Way & Contributions.......................... 16%  Other ........................................................................6%

GOALS For over 105 years Curative has been serving the community, helping people thrive. Curative has grown from treating 28 pediatric patients in a one room cottage to a leading community resource that has helped over 200, 000 people. Today, Curative Care Network’s mission remains the same: to improve the function and quality of life for persons with disabilities or limiting conditions through high quality care and services. Curative serves more than 5,000 clients each year. Curative has grown to include Birth to Three, Children’s Long-Term Support, Pediatric and Adult Outpatient Rehabilitation, Adult Day Services and Assembly/Landscape.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES We could not do what we do without our dedicated volunteers, community partners, and supporters of Curative. Volunteers at Curative help clients thrive through supporting Curative’s mission. Curative seeks individuals with passion for our mission to serve on our committees and our Board of Directors, as well as helping with supply drives, special events or working on projects/activities.

A notable occasion is our annual fundraising event, Friendsgiving, held each November. This special event brings together community leaders, generous sponsors, and dedicated supporters to celebrate the spirit of giving. Through a combination of sponsorships, donations, and our silent auction, we are able to secure the resources needed to expand our impact and further enhance the services we provide. Friendsgiving not only supports Curative’s mission but also unites the community in making a positive difference in the lives of those we serve.

GIVING OPPORTUNITIES The most impactful way to support Curative Care Network is by getting involved through a variety of meaningful contributions. Whether you choose to volunteer your time, provide financial donations, or engage through sponsorship opportunities, your efforts help sustain and enhance the vital services we offer to children and adults with disabilities and limiting conditions. Donations can be submitted via our website year-round. A special opportunity to make a difference is by becoming a sponsor or donating to our 105th Anniversary Gala, which will take place this November. This milestone event not only celebrates over a century of service, but also raises essential funds to support our ongoing mission. Additionally, your voice and advocacy are invaluable in spreading awareness about the needs of the communities we serve. By collaborating with Curative or helping champion our cause within your networks, you play a role in ensuring that our mission of care and empowerment reaches those who need it most. Together, through these collective actions, we can continue to create lasting, positive change for the individuals and families who depend on us.

EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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Matthew McBurney (Chairperson)

Corey Radulovich

Jenny Hart (First Vice Chairperson)

Tom Nackers

Joy Gravos

Susan O’Connell

(President) ★

Dan Brenton (Treasurer)

Ryan Parsons

Marita Stollenwerk (Secretary)

Dr. Marietta Luster

Stephanie Derks

Steven Barney (Director Emeritus)

Joy Gravos

President & CEO

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MISSION Dr. Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy’s mission is to nurture scholars capable of transforming their world, by sending them to and through college.

DR. HOWARD FULLER COLLEGIATE ACADEMY ADDRESS: 4030 N 29th St, Milwaukee, WI 53216 PHONE: (414) 873-4014 WEBSITE: hfca.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 70 ANNUAL REVENUE: $9,000,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2004 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/HowardFullerCA

SE RVIC E A RE A Dr. Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy is a 6-12 grade school serving predominately African-American students. Our goal is to graduate students prepared for college.

T O P FU NDING S O UR C E S

 Government ....................................................... 80%  Individual Gifts ................................................... 10%  Foundation Gifts ...................................................5%  Corporate Gifts .....................................................5%

GOALS

FUNDRAISING/EVENTS

Dr. Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy (HFCA) is committed to preparing students for success in college and beyond. Our goals include achieving a 100% college acceptance rate, maintaining excellent attendance and graduation rates, and expanding early college course enrollments. We aim to strengthen our STEM programs and increase student participation in extracurricular activities to enhance their educational experience. HFCA is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive environment that encourages academic excellence and personal growth. Through targeted initiatives and community partnerships, we strive to provide every student with the resources and opportunities needed to thrive in their future career endeavors.

Dr. Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy (HFCA) offers diverse fundraising events and opportunities aimed at enriching our educational programs and supporting student success. From the annual Gala and to Decision Day, each event helps raise vital funds for student scholarships, technology upgrades, and extracurricular activities. Community members can engage by attending events, sponsoring activities, or donating today. Each contribution directly supports HFCA’s mission to guide students to and through college, providing them with the tools necessary for future success. Join us in making a difference in the lives of our students and the broader Milwaukee community.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

GIVING OPPORTUNITIES

Dr. Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy welcomes volunteers to enhance our vibrant school community. Opportunities include mentoring, tutoring in subjects like math and English, assisting in event planning, and supporting our arts and athletics programs. Volunteers can also help with administrative tasks or participate in community outreach initiatives. To make a direct impact on our students’ success and contribute to a thriving educational environment, please contact us. Your involvement will shape the future of our scholars.

Dr. Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy invites your support to enrich our educational programs and student opportunities. Contributions can be directed towards scholarships, technology upgrades, arts and sports programs, or our capital campaign for facility improvements. Every donation makes a significant impact, helping us continue to offer top-tier education to our students. For giving opportunities, including sponsorships and matching gifts, please reach out. Your generosity fuels our mission to guide students to and through college.

EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP BOARD OF DIRECTORS Michelle Nettles (Chair) ★

Lauren Feaster ★

Billy Mahler

DeVona Wright-Cottrell

Derek L. Tyus

Amos Malone, Sr.

ManpowerGroup

(Secretary) ★

GMR Marketing, LLC

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Mr. Maurice Thomas

Chief Development Officer

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Artisan Partners United States Probation Office

Tomás Clasen

Richaad Reed

Deborah Schultz ★

Mark A. Ellison, Jr.

Kenny Somerville

Rashida Evans ★

Kurt Janavitz

Northwestern Mutual Chief Executive Officer

Professional Dimensions

Solomon M. Tesfai (Treasurer) ★ Molson Coors Beverage Company

Mr. Rodney Lynk Jr.

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The New Teacher Project

Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren s.c. Raising Cane’s

Poclain Hydraulics Locomotion Pictures

US Radiology Specialists

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Nurturing Scholars To and Through College

Middle School 4030 N. 29th St. Milwaukee, WI 53216

High School 2212 N. Vel R. Phillips Milwaukee, WI 53212

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MISSION The mission of Eras Senior Network is to engage and support seniors, adults with disabilities, and family caregivers in leading meaningful lives.

ERAS SENIOR NETWORK ADDRESS: 2607 N Grandview Blvd, Ste 150

Waukesha, WI 52188 PHONE: (262) 549-3348 WEBSITE: eras.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 25 ANNUAL REVENUE: $1,795,807 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1981 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/erasWaukesha LINKEDIN: linkedin.com/company/

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SE RVIC E A RE A Eras Senior Network serves older adults residing in Milwaukee and Waukesha counties.

T O P FU NDING S O UR C E S

 Government ................................................ 54.05%  Community Contributions ......................... 17.42%  Foundations .................................................. 11.85%  United Way ................................................... 10.28%  Special Events .................................................2.71%  In Kind ............................................................... 2.43%  Investment Income ...................................... 1.26%

GOALS

FUNDRAISING/EVENTS

Since 1981, Eras Senior Network has fostered vibrant communities where collaboration and intergenerational volunteer programs support older adults and family caregivers. Serving Milwaukee and Waukesha counties, we ensure that seniors can age with dignity and independence through our volunteer-powered services.

Eras Senior Network hosts events throughout the year to increase awareness about healthy aging and raise funds to advance our mission. Signature events include our annual Tapestry Benefit Gala in the spring, Santa Run/ Walk in December, and Holiday Giving at yearend. We welcome sponsor support and invite you to join us at our events in 2025 and beyond.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

GIVING OPPORTUNITIES

At Eras Senior Network, volunteerism is at the heart of what we do. Our volunteers make a meaningful difference for older adults, especially those experiencing isolation. Join us in building a more connected community. Whether you can give your time regularly or once a year, your efforts will have a lasting impact on the lives of seniors. Together, we can address healthy aging through the power of volunteers.

Support the mission of Eras Senior Network and help address healthy aging in Milwaukee and Waukesha counties. Whether through a financial gift, attending or sponsoring a signature event, volunteering, or including Eras in your planned giving, your generosity makes a lasting impact. Your investment helps seniors age safely at home, access essential services like health care and nutrition, and stay socially connected.

EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP BOARD OF DIRECTORS

★ DENOTES EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP

Angela King (President) ★

Rachael Bush

Sujatha Iyer

Shay Sherfinski

Cindy Robinson

Jennifer Sodo

James Klauck (Treasurer) ★

Megan Dabols

Pam Paulson

Mike Kruse (Secretary) ★

Scott Shaver

Eppstein Uhen Architects

(Vice President) ★

R&R Insurance Services, Inc. Froedtert & Medical College of Wisconsin DeWitt Ross & Stevens S.C. Law Firm

Mova Business Solutions Capri Communities

Optum Insights, supporting ProHealth Care

ProHealth Care Inc. Eppstein Uhen Architects Coordinated Power Systems, Inc.

R&R Insurance Services, Inc.

Darryl Anderson Executive Director

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MISSION The mission of Father Gene’s Help Center is to provide dignity through free clothing to people in need within the Milwaukee community.

FATHER GENE’S HELP CENTER ADDRESS: 5919 W National Ave, West Allis, WI 53214 PHONE: (414) 258-4357 WEBSITE: fathergeneshelp.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 5 ANNUAL REVENUE: $150,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1969 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/FatherGenesHelpCenter

SE RVIC E A RE A We serve individuals and families in the greater Milwaukee area.

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GOALS We strive to provide dignity through free clothing to people in need within the Milwaukee community. We welcome people to come to Fr. Gene’s Help Center to shop for free clothing for themselves and their families. We partner with more than 30 local agencies to provide clothing for their clients. We support residents in drug and alcohol treatment programs, mental health facilities, and people experiencing homelessness, among others.

 Donations ............................................................. 70%  Grants ....................................................................15%  Investment Income ...........................................15%

We believe that every person deserves the right to clean clothing, and we strive to provide that right to those in need.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

GIVING OPPORTUNITIES

Volunteers have been the lifeblood of our organization for more than 50 years. We offer volunteers flexible shifts and an opportunity to directly impact the community. We are looking for volunteers to assist our client shoppers and sort incoming clothing donations. We welcome individuals and groups from corporations and organizations. To learn more, go to fathergeneshelp.org/volunteer.

We offer a number of ways to support our mission, including giving of your time by volunteering or sharing your financial and in-kind resources. We accept donations of new and gently used clothing for men, women, and children. Financial donations can be made through our website, fathergeneshelp.org/support-us. Donors can also support us through estate planning, employer matching programs, and gifts of stock, mutual funds, or other securities.

EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP BOARD OF DIRECTORS Patrick McGartland (President) ★

Very Rev. Timothy Kitzke

James Wozniak

Sr. Jean Ellman, SSND

Hibernian Consulting

(Vice President) ★

RBC Wealth Management

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CJ Murray

Next Door

ACT Construction

James Wozniak

Board Vice President

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Casa Romero Renewal Center

Valencia Laws

Christensen Law Offices LLP Board President

Archdiocese of Milwaukee

Brian Kennedy (Treasurer) ★ Ernst & Young LLP

Patrick McGartland

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The transformative power of clothing. Since 1969, Fr. Gene’s Help Center has been providing clothing to people in need in the Milwaukee area. We envision a transformed community where all people have access to clean, dignified clothing in which they feel confident.

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MISSION First Stage’s mission is to touch hearts, engage minds, and transform lives by offering extraordinary theater experiences for young people and families.Through professional theater productions that inspire, enlighten, and entertain, along with unparalleled Theater Academy training that develops life skills through stage skills and dynamic Theater in Education programs that promote learning in schools and the community, First Stage strives to make a lasting impact on the lives of its audiences.

FIRST STAGE ADDRESS: 325 W Walnut, Milwaukee, WI 53212 PHONE: (414) 267-2961 WEBSITE: firststage.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 63 ANNUAL REVENUE: $3,900,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1987 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/firststage LINKED IN: linkedin.com/company/first-stage INSTAGRAM: @first.stage

SE RVIC E A RE A Milwaukee, Oak Creek, Brookfield, Waukesha, Shorewood

T O P FU NDING S O UR C E S

 Foundation Contributions .............................. 27%  Individual Contributions.................................. 24%  Ticket Sales ......................................................... 22%  Academy Classes ...............................................12%  Special Events .......................................................6%  Education Programs ...........................................4%  Corporate Contributions ...................................3%  Government Contributions ...............................2%

GOALS

FUNDRAISING/EVENTS

First Stage strives to be the national leader and driving force behind the creation of the best and most innovative plays for family audiences, theater training programs for young people, and education initiatives for our schools and our community.

First Stage’s Annual Make Believe Ball • April 19, 2025 at The Baird Center

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

GIVING OPPORTUNITIES

• • • •

• Online - firststage.org • By Mail • Call Our Offices: 414-267-2938

Usher at a performance Join our Advancement or Community Engagement Committee Volunteer in our administrative offices

EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP BOARD OF DIRECTORS Jeff Spence (President) ★

Sally Cartwright

Justin Mertz

Scott Stiverson

Alexis Dahmer

Melissa Nelsen

Ellen Basting Dizard (Secretary) ★

Ian Gonzalez

Corrie Prunuske

Laura Orr (Vice President Of Governance) ★

Tim Lantz

Shantanu Singh

Christine Bestor Townsend

Daniel Maloney

Ashley Wroblewski

Milwaukee Metropolitan Sewerage District (Treasurer) ★

Associated Bank

WEC Energy Group

Forward Governance Consulting, LLC

Jeff Frank

Artistic Director

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(Vice President At Large) ★ Ogletree Deakins

Lee Hecht Harrison, Llc Johnson Controls

Marquette University Avant Technologies Inc BMO Wealth Management

Michael Best & Friedrich Ll Community Volunteer Coolsys

Northwestern Mutual Life Insurance Stanley Black & Decker, Inc

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PETE THE CAT

October 4 – November 3, 2024

RUDOLPH THE RED-NOSED REINDEER™: THE MUSICAL November 29 – December 29, 2024

THE TEMPEST

December 6 – 15, 2024

THE DINOSAUR PLAY

January 18 – February 16, 2025

EMILY SONG AND THE QUEEN OF THE NIGHT January 31 – February 16, 2025

DISNEY & PIXAR’S FINDING NEMO March 8 – April 6, 2025

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Girl Scouting builds girls of courage, confidence, and character, who make the world a better place.

GIRL SCOUTS OF WISCONSIN SOUTHEAST ADDRESS: 131 S 69th St, Milwaukee, WI 53214 PHONE: 1-800-565-4475 WEBSITE: gswise.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 58 ANNUAL REVENUE: $10,267,573 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2008 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/GirlScoutsWISE

SE RVIC E A RE A Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Southeast serves nearly 18,500 girl (grades K5-12) and adult members across Milwaukee, Kenosha, Ozaukee, Racine, Walworth, Washington, and Washington County.

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GOALS

FUNDRAISING/EVENTS

As the preeminent membership-based organization with more than a century’s legacy dedicated to helping all girls develop the confidence, determination, and skills needed to thrive in today’s world, Girl Scouts of Wisconsin Southeast provides relevant and expansive experiences for lives of impact. As a council, GSWISE is prioritizing reaching girls of all backgrounds and abilities with opportunities and programming that represents the interests of girls today, shows girls the potential they have within themselves, and provides girls with a competitive edge so they can move society’s edge further.

GSWISE offers various opportunities to support our community’s future leaders, including: • Highest Awards: Sponsor our annual ceremony celebrating Girl Scouts who earn their Highest Awards, demonstrating their commitment to our community. • Community Outreach Support: GSWISE’s Community Outreach team brings staff- and volunteer-led bilingual programming to Girl Scouts in diverse communities. Bring the Girl Scout Leadership Experience to all Girl Scouts. • Program-Specific Support: Support a program pillar (outdoors, STEM, life skills, entrepreneurship) that resonates with you or your organization. We also welcome supporters to visit and tour a camp or program and see Girl Scouts in action.

 Product Program Revenue ............................64%  Camp and Other Program Fees....................13%  Philanthropic Contributions ............................. 7%  Investment Income ............................................. 7%  United Way Funds ................................................4%  Other ........................................................................5%

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

GIVING OPPORTUNITIES

You don’t have to have a child of your own to get involved – just a passion for empowering future leaders. Volunteer solo or with your corporate team. • Lead Girl Scout activities and programs: Mentor Girl Scouts. • Run Girl Scout starter troops or program series: Lead 4-6 meetings with guided curriculum. • Provide event support: Help prepare and run fun, educational experiences. • Improve our properties: Assist with maintenance and upgrades.

Your support helps Girl Scouts bring their dreams to life. Here are a few ways to contribute: • Donations: Give online, by phone, or by mail to support member financial assistance, unique programming, camp, community outreach, and more. • Daisy’s Circle: Make a recurring monthly gift for lifechanging opportunities. • Corporate Giving: Support Girl Scouts through corporate sponsorships or corporate giving opportunities.

EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP BOARD OF DIRECTORS Nicole Best (Board Chair) ★

Rachael Conrad

Amy Miller

Kelly Fortier

Mike Gutzeit

Jack Murphy

Devon Norwood (Second Vice Chair) ★

Aaron Henry

Gina Passage

Kelli Wernlund (Treasurer) ★

Katie Kawczynski

Elizabeth Rask

Kerrie Hoffman (Secretary) ★

Rebeca Lopez

Babatu Short

Theresa Barry

Amy Marquardt

Sue Tran

Heartland Advisors, Inc.

(First Vice Chair) ★

Michael Best Baird EY

Ana Simpson

Chief Executive Officer

Nicole Best Board Chair

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Carroll University (Retired)

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Rockwell Automation Children’s Medical Group Old National Bank VJS Construction Services Godfrey & Kahn

Froedtert Health (Retired)

Froedtert & Medical College of WI

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When there’s space for their imagination, passion, and drive to grow, there’s no stopping where a Girl Scout will go.

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Join. Volunteer. Give. www.gswise.org When you invest in Girl Scouts, you invest in our community’s future leaders.

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MIS SION We inspire girls to be joyful, healthy, and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum that creatively integrates running. Through fun, interactive lessons and running-based activities, the research-based program teaches essential life skills such as teamwork, empathy, goal-setting, and resilience.

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ADDRESS: 5775 N Glen Park Rd, Ste 203

Milwaukee, WI 53209

PHONE: (414) 367-8171 WEBSITE: GOTRSEWI.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 8 ANNUAL REVENUE: $905,594

GOALS

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YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2007

In a time when mental well-being is crucial, studies show that girls’ confidence drops by age 9, and physical activity levels decline at age 10. Girls on the Run is the only national physical activity-based positive youth development program for girls with compelling evidence of impact. The after-school program fosters fitness, healthy habits, and confidence for 3rd-8th graders, offering a supportive, inclusive environment. Volunteer coaches teach life skills through engaging lessons, focusing on self-awareness, decision-making, teamwork, and resilience. The 8-week season culminates with community project and celebratory 5K, where participants run alongside a buddy, reinforcing their confidence and goal achievement.

Be part of the story to empower strong girls across Southeastern Wisconsin! • Celebratory 5Ks are family-friendly, open to all diverse abilities in the fall and spring. Sponsorships available - have your message reach nearly 7,500 attendees each year. • Join us for our annual Sneaker Soiree Gala on February 28, 2025 at the Pfister. Wear your sneakers with your gala attire! • Fundraise for Girls on the Run while training for your next race through our SoleMates program! • Partner with us to provide critical financial, in-kind, and volunteer support. • Double your impact by checking if your employer offers donation matching.

V OLU NTEER OPP ORT U NITIES

Email: info@GirlsontheRunSoutheasternWI.org.

FACEBOOK: facebook.com/GOTRsewi X: @GOTRsewi

SE RVIC E A RE A Southeastern Wisconsin serving Kenosha, Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Racine, Walworth, Washington, and Waukesha Counties.

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 Program ...............................................................38%  Events ................................................................... 26%  Corporate/Community/Foundations .........20%  Individual ................................................................ 8%  In-Kind......................................................................5%  Other ........................................................................3%

Girls on the Run relies on passionate volunteers! Opportunities include: • Coach or Start a Site: Lead a GOTR team for 8 weeks in Fall or Spring. No running experience needed— training provided! • 5K Volunteers: Help at our 5K events—150+ volunteers needed for day-of and prep. • Event Volunteers: Support our Sneaker Soiree Gala or Golf Outing. • Community Ambassadors: Join as a Committee, Board Member, or the Inaugural Young Professionals Board. Email: volunteer@GirlsontheRunSoutheasternWI.org for details.

GIV ING OPPORTUNI TI E S Donor generosity ensures more girls experience the transformative impact of Girls on the Run. Your gift helps girls build confidence, feel accepted, and discover their limitless potential. With 50% of participants needing financial assistance, your support provides program access, healthy snacks, and running shoes. Giving options include individual donations, SoleMates fundraising, in-kind gifts, event sponsorships, and workplace campaigns. Corporate and foundation support through grants also helps us reach more girls in Southeastern Wisconsin.

EXEC U TI VE L E AD E RSH I P BOARD OF D IRECT ORS Betsy Radue (Board Chair) ★

Nicole Deschler

Scott Krizek

Jessica Shepherd

Tenia Smith

David Garcia

Alicia Lantz

Mallory Steinberg

Darrell (DJ) Hines II

Lucia Munoz

Karli Tatum

Maggie Joos

Anna Ramirez Baritt

Jamie Westfahl

Nick Kitzman

Julie Sadoff

Community Ambassador

(Vice Chair) ★

Greater Holy Temple Christian Academy

Becky Miller (Treasurer) ★ Community Ambassador

Glenna Scholle-Malone Tina Jones

Executive Director

Betsy Radue Board Chair

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(Secretary) ★ Milwaukee Public Schools

Crystal Callahan

UPS

Community Ambassador Christian Faith Fellowship Church The Real Good Life Foley & Lardner

M Financial Group UW Credit Union Ardent

Community Ambassador

Baird

Milwaukee Bucks

Keller Williams Realty - Southwest Molson Coor

Volition Yoga

Callahan Palmer Charitable Trust

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MIS SION Connecting people to work. Preparing people for life.

GO O DW IL L GR E ATE R M ILWA U KE E & C H I CAG O ADDRESS: 6055 N 91st St, Milwaukee, WI 53225 PHONE: (414) 353-6400 WEBSITE: goodwillsew.com TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 5,500+ ANNUAL REVENUE: $346,000,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1919 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/GoodwillGreaterMC

SE RVIC E A RE A Goodwill Greater Milwaukee & Chicago serves communities in two states - Wisconsin and Illinois across 23 counties.

T O P FU NDING S O UR C E S

 Retail Services ............................................... 60.1%  Goodwill Great Lakes ................................... 29.4%  Participant Programs & Services ............. 9.5%  Contributions, Interest and Other Income/Services ................................................<1%

GOALS Goodwill Greater Milwaukee & Chicago enhances the dignity and quality of life for individuals and families by strengthening communities, eliminating barriers to opportunity, and helping people in need reach their full potential through learning and The Power of Work. We are focused on lifting up long-term pathways for individuals who have disabilities and disadvantages, veterans and military families, teens and young adults, and others who face barriers to employment. In 2023, we served more than 50,000 people, connected people to more than 4,000 jobs and diverted more than 150 million pounds of clothing and household items from landfills.

V OLU NTEER OPP ORT U NITIES If you are a community organization interested in leveraging our employee volunteer network, please contact Goodwill Community Relations at communityrelations@goodwillsew.com.

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GIV ING OPPORTUNI TI E S

If you are looking to get involved with our special events, contact us at goodwillsew.com or connect with us through our social media channels.

Donations are the heart of bringing our programs and services to our communities. Visit goodwillsew.com to find a store and donation center near you or to make a financial contribution.

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Jacqueline Hallberg President & CEO

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Steven Baumgartner

Jesus Gonzalez

Richard A. Meeusen

Irene S. Sudac (Board Chair) ★

Inpro Corporation

Aon PLC

Badger Meter – Retired

Snap-On Incorporated – Retired

Rob Birse

Michelle D. Greene

Lisa Merchant-Harrell

Mark Thomas

Kellanova

Cardinal Health

Cleveland Avenue, LLC

American Red Cross

James D. Borris

Bradley J. Kalscheur

Thomas V. Richtman

Ike T. Umunnah

Zilber, Ltd.

Michael Best & Friedrich LLP

U.S. Bank – Retired

Jacqueline Moore Bowles

Robert J. Klug (Treasurer) ★

Mason G. Ross

Creative Marketing Resources, Inc.

RSA Capital, LLC

Northwestern Mutual – Retired

Carl E. Vander Wilt

John L. Dziewa

David Marcus (Vice Chair) ★

Thomas R. Savage (Secretary) ★

Centrust Bank – Retired

Fiserv, Inc.

Marcus Investments, LLC

Laura H. Gough

Timothy J. Mattke

Robert W. Baird & Co.

(Past Board Chair) ★

Sheila Shaffie

MGIC Investment Corporation

Processarc, Inc.

Briggs & Stratton Corporation – Retired

U.S. Department Of Commerce, International Trade Administration

Marilyn A. Vollrath Reputation Partners, LLC - Retired

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MIS SION GPS Ed is a nonprofit work-based learning solutions provider and advocate, representing our students, businesses, and communities, focusing on access and equity for all students to succeed in careers of the future.

GPS EDU CATI O N PAR TN E RS ADDRESS: N19W24075 Riverwood Dr, Ste 300

Waukesha, WI 53188

PHONE: (262) 226-2001 WEBSITE: gpsed.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 49 ANNUAL REVENUE: $4,901,466 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2000 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/gpsedpartners X: @GPSEdpartners

SE RVIC E A RE A Serving communities with work-based learning solutions that solve the talent needs of businesses by providing equitable access to career-connected learning for all students throughout Wisconsin and across the country.

T O P FU NDING S O UR C E S

 Education Centers ........................................... 42%  Intermediary Services ..................................... 27%  Grants & Donations..........................................28%  Other ........................................................................3%

GOALS

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There is a pressing need for skilled workers nationwide as businesses prepare for growth, yet many industries face a declining workforce, particularly among younger generations showing less interest in technical careers. To combat this, we aim to guide over 10,000 students annually through work-based learning by 2027, helping them pursue fulfilling technical careers. Your generous contributions are vital to this mission.

Fundraising lies at the heart of our mission to extend our reach to more students in diverse communities. As we expand our programs both locally and nationally, we are committed to introducing new initiatives and events to guarantee the achievement of our objectives. We eagerly embrace fresh collaborations with individuals, corporations, and foundations for additional events that can foster stronger donor relationships and support our cause.

In August 2024, our local Education Center & Youth Apprenticeship Program opened two new centers and seeks to expand further, connecting more schools and businesses to provide transformational pathways to student success. Get involved at gpsed.org/YA4MFG.

We invite you to join us at our events: • GPS Ed Impact Tours | Spring & Summer (or request a private tour) • 25th Annual Fundraising Gala | 09/25/2025

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GIV ING OPPORTUNI TI E S

• Provide company tours or present to students, sharing your career journey or industry expertise for greater insight • Contribute as a board member or advisor, lending your business acumen to further our mission • Offer administrative support at GPS Ed offices or Education Centers through donations of your time and talent • Volunteer at fundraising events, dedicating your time and energy to planning and execution. • Reach out at gpsed.org/volunteer

GPSE Ed welcomes one-time or recurring donations, whether monetary or in-kind. Individuals, corporations, or foundations can provide support by including GPS Ed in estate planning, endowments, sponsorships, attending fundraisers, or contributing time, services, or goods. These efforts profoundly impact students’ lives.

EXEC U TI VE L E AD E RSH I P BOARD OF D IRECT ORS Dawn Tabat (Founder) ★

Graham Anderson

Blake Knickelbein

Rebekah Kowalski

Angela Frazier Arthur

Rachele Lehr

Claire Huschen (Vice-Chair) ★

Dave Dimmett

Rhonda Matschke

Hank Kohl (Secretary) ★

Stacey Force

Julian Palacios

Rick Steiner (Treasurer) ★

Dr. John Hill

Adonica Randall

Generac Power Systems (Retired) (Chair) ★

ManpowerGroup

Gallagher Insurance MPE, Inc

Stephanie Reisner President & CEO

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Chief Operations Officer

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Dwayne Johnson & Associates

Milwaukee Tool

Waukesha County Technical College Project Lead The Way Geminon

Milwaukee Public Schools

Reinhart

Mayville Engineering Company, Inc. Generac Power Systems Smart Buildings Academy Abaxent, Llc

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MIS SION GREATE R M I LWAUKE E UR BAN L E AG UE ADDRESS: 435 W North Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53212

Greater Milwaukee Urban League leads through education, employment, advocacy, and civic engagement to achieve economic vibrancy and equal access to all industries and disciplines that position African Americans to create wealth and live a better quality of life.

PHONE: (414) 374-5850 WEBSITE: tmul.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 17 ANNUAL REVENUE: $2,513,041.05 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1919 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/urbanleaguemke X: @urbanleaguemke

SE RVIC E A RE A A diverse segment of Milwaukee area residents, organizations, and companies engage with Greater Milwaukee Urban League to empower communities and change lives.

T O P FU NDING S O UR C E S

 Individual Gifts ......................................................6%  Foundation/Grants ...........................................28%  Government Grants ..........................................28%  Fundraising Events ........................................... 33%  In Kind ......................................................................2%  Other ........................................................................2%

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Collaborating with our partners, donors, and staff, GMUL offers programs in education and employment that open doors to opportunities that give individuals and families the chance to improve their lives and their community. Our advocacy and civic engagement efforts tackle serious issues impacting the community and seek partnerships and solutions to successfully address them.

Get ready for the event of the year! Don’t miss out on the 39th annual Black and White Ball, our biggest fundraiser. Mark your calendars for November 2, 2024, and get all the details at tmul.org. It’s going to be an unforgettable night!

V OLU NTEER OPPORTUNI TI E S GMUL welcomes volunteers for a variety of programs and events. Currently, we need volunteers for the STEAM n2 CAREERS Summit on May 9, 2025.

GIV ING OPP ORT U NITIES Let’s work together to achieve our goal of empowering communities and changing lives in Milwaukee. Help us mark 105 years of service by contributing to our goal of $1.5 million for 2025 at tmul.org.

The summit engages 5th through 8th grade students from the Milwaukee area in a variety of experiential hands-on STEAM-related activities that provide them the opportunity to interact with professionals in STEAM-related fields. This daylong workshop hypes students to dream big and experience the fun of science, technology, art, agriculture, and math. Students will be encouraged and challenged to do well academically.

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Dr. Eve M. Hall President & CEO

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Margaret Bailey-Stewart (Board Chair) ★

Guillermo Gutierrez

Jennifer Schomburg

Clyde Tinnen (1st Vice Chair) ★

Kevin Hunter

Jessica Noth

Amy Hanneman

Marquita Hicks

Craig Simpkins

Jim Strack (Treasurer) ★

Stephanie Holt

Alec Smyczek

Danielle Bly (Secretary) ★

Dr. Joseph Kerschner

Danielle White

Mellinda Devese

Dr. Mark W. Lodes

Suey S. Wong, CFA

Stan Dillon

Henry Mohr

Treanna Evans

Dorinthia Robinson

(2nd Vice Chair) ★

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DRIVER’S ED

Milwaukee drivers are ranked among the worst in the nation, according to a national study examining fatal accidents, speeding, and distracted driving. Greater Milwaukee Urban League is changing that narrative. Since 2020, more than 1,000 people have completed our Driver’s Permit Class for adults and youth 15-17 years of age. They’ve learned the rules of the road and hundreds have successfully earned their driver’s permit, an important step to becoming safer drivers.

ENTREPRENEURSHIP We’re helping local entrepreneurs bring their dreams to life and their products to local store shelves. It’s all part of Greater Milwaukee Urban League’s more significant efforts to help build generational wealth as we empower communities and change lives.

LAPTOP AND SCHOLARSHIP AWARDS The future looks bright for nearly 100 graduating high school students thanks to the Greater Milwaukee Urban League Laptop and Scholarship Awards Program and the support of our generous partners.

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MISSION HEAR Wisconsin’s mission is to help babies, children, and adults with hearing loss by eliminating communication and language barriers through personalized services, technology, and education.

Since 1926

As the only comprehensive organization of its kind in Wisconsin, HEAR Wisconsin goes beyond providing therapy, hearing healthcare, and consultation services. Its compassionate team is helping transform lives, ensuring that everyone, regardless of their abilities, has the opportunity to thrive and positively contribute to their communities.

HEAR WISCONSIN ADDRESS: 10243 W National Ave, West Allis, WI 53227 PHONE: (414) 604-2200 WEBSITE: hearwi.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 28 ANNUAL REVENUE: $3,617,804 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1926 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/HEARWI

SE RVIC E A RE A HEAR Wisconsin is making a lasting impact on those facing the challenges of deafness or hearing loss through hearing healthcare programs ensuring individuals and families have access to critical services.

T O P FU NDING S O UR C E S

 Contributions and Grants ............................. 24%  Program Fees ................................................... 61%  United Way ............................................................4%  Endowment ...........................................................5%  Other ........................................................................6%

GOALS

FUNDRAISING/EVENTS

HEAR Wisconsin is dedicated to providing essential hearing healthcare, assistive technology, speech therapy to develop language and communication skills, and additional resources to clients and patients of all ages and degrees of hearing loss. Our goal is to help them thrive in their family, work, and social relationships, and to be active members of the community. Our team is committed to reducing disparities in accessing services, especially for underserved and under-resourced populations.

HEAR Wisconsin will celebrate its 100 year anniversary in 2026. More details will follow as plans are solidified. Please check hearwi.org/events for upcoming events or inquire at info@hearwi.org.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES HEAR Wisconsin has volunteer opportunities for special events, including fundraising, friend-raising events, and client family-oriented events. In May and September, HEAR Wisconsin has property beautification days for volunteers to help with property’s outdoor clean-up efforts. For more information, email info@hearwi.org.

GIVING OPPORTUNITIES As a nonprofit, we rely on incredible donors like you to help our team provide free and affordable services. Your dollars directly support programs transforming lives across Wisconsin. When you give to HEAR Wisconsin, you’re giving a person the gift of hearing. The gift of language. The gift of communication. Check donorbox.org/hear-wisconsin-2023-24-onlinedonation for secure ways to give to HEAR Wisconsin’s mission or inquire at info@hearwi.org.

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EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP BOARD OF DIRECTORS Jason Kuwayama (Board Chair) ★

Scott Genz

Ebony Lewis

John Lewenauer (Board Vice Chair)

Sarah Jerome, Ed.D

James Meisser

Shannon Burns (Board Treasurer)

Susan York Jeide

Angela Pintar

Roger Dickson (Board Secretary)

Meredy Morgan Hase, Au.D

Rachel Smith

Samantha Bane, CPA, CFP®

Paula Keppeler, MD FAAP

Greg Zamzow

Godfrey & Kahn, S.C. Baird

Enerpac Tool Group

Independent Consultant

Jill Van Calster

President and CEO

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(Board Past Chair) Baird

GE Healthcare Retired School Administrator Brookfield Academy

Retired Doctor of Audiology Advocate Aurora Health

Milwaukee Public Schools Hiawatha National Bank

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Where compassionate care comes first!

Since 1926

Providing critical services to babies, children, adults, and seniors with all degrees of hearing loss or deafness.

EARLY INTERVENTION

HEARING HEALTHCARE

ASSISTIVE TECHNOLOGY

A team of professionals with advanced training and specialty certification offers a continuum of intervention approaches to meet the unique needs of families whose babies and young children have hearing differences.

Our doctors of audiology specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of hearing loss. They can determine the type of hearing aids that are best suited for their patients’ needs and can provide ongoing care.

Assistive technology empowers people with hearing loss or deafness to become more independent – helping them learn, communicate or function better in their home, school, social, or work environments.

ACCESSIBLE HEARING HEALTHCARE The Mobile Audiology Clinic travels to communities, providing 360◦ of hearing healthcare: from free hearing screenings for students to complete audiology services for seniors in assisted living residences. The mobile clinic also provides hearing conservation services for employees working in noisy environments. 10243 W National Ave, West Allis, WI 53227 • www.hearwi.org • 414-604-2200

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MIS SION Mission: HAPA provides students with rigorous academics, character development, and Hmong cultural values, preparing them to excel in colleges, universities and careers.

HM O N G A M ER I CAN PE AC E ACAD E M Y ADDRESS: 4601 N 84th St, Milwaukee, WI 53225 PHONE: (414) 800-1797

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WEBSITE: myhapa.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 159 ANNUAL REVENUE: $16,500,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2004 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/Hmong-American-

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SE RVIC E A RE A Hmong American Peace Academy (HAPA) is a highperforming K4-12th grade public charter school serving over 1,900 scholars from 25 different zip codes in the Greater Milwaukee community.

T O P FU NDING S O UR C E S

 State Per Pupil Funding .................................65%  Federal Funding .................................................30%  Fundraising ............................................................2%  Other ........................................................................3%

GOALS

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Hmong American Peace Academy was founded in 2004 by Dr. Chris Her-Xiong, who was a childhood refugee from Laos and became the first Hmong teacher at MPS. The goal of the school is to create a community with a strong cultural and academic foundation, coupled with rigorous academics. The Hmong American Peace Academy aspires to have its scholars move forever forward with excellence as they enjoy college and career success, value their Hmong heritage and exhibit responsible and peaceful leadership in local and global communities.

We welcome the opportunity to meet individually with those interested in being a champion for our scholars. • Bi-weekly Tours of the school to meet our CEO and scholars • 20th Anniversary Celebration in 2024 • Hmong New Year Celebration

GIV ING OPPORTUNI TI E S V OLU NTEER OPP ORT U NITIES The Hmong American Peace Academy has a variety of volunteer opportunities ranging from weekly to one-time commitments. These include reading to scholars, tutoring after school, facilitating after school clubs/activities, coaching sports, food service, preparing items for classroom teachers, assisting in the library and others. Please contact Mai Shou Xiong at xiong.maishoua@ myhapa.org to discuss how to get involved with helping scholars.

The Hmong American Peace Academy is grateful for the continued support of its donors. Every gift will have an impact on scholars for years to come by providing better access to resources and funding opportunities. Help close the funding gap of $3,000 per student/year or support the Dual Enrollment program where scholars can earn college credits at no cost to them. Donate online at myhapa.org or contact: herxiong.chris@myhapa.org for more information on giving opportunities.

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Dr. Chris Her-Xiong Founder & CEO

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Daniel Gentges (Board Chair) ★

Drew Kanyer

Warren Buliox (Vice Chair) ★

Darryl Morin

Sarah Urban

Mei Robertson

(Treasurer) ★

Maureen McNally (Secretary) ★

William Westrate

Robert Fisher

Thay Yang

Daniel Gentges Board Chair

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FOREVER FORWARD WITH EXCELLENCE! The Hmong American Peace Academy is committed to the community. We provide students with rigorous academics, character development, and Hmong cultural values, preparing them to excel in colleges, universities, and careers.

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MIS SION The Humane Animal Welfare Society of Waukesha County leads the community in animal welfare and assures sanctuary for animals in need.

HU M A N E A N I M AL W E L FAR E S O C I E T Y O F WA U KE SHA C O UN T Y (H AWS) ADDRESS: 701 Northview Rd, Waukesha, WI 53188 PHONE: (262) 542-8851 WEBSITE: hawspets.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 75 ANNUAL REVENUE: $3,666,325.24 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1965 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/HAWSofWaukesha

SE RVIC E A RE A HAWS serves Waukesha County and the surrounding communities throughout Southeastern Wisconsin.

T O P FU NDING S O UR C E S

 Programs/Adoptions.................................... 51.8%  Public Donations ...........................................24.9%  Foundations/Grants ...................................... 11.6%  Events ................................................................. 6.9%  Corporate Giving ............................................. 3.2%  Friends of HAWS ............................................... 1.6%

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HAWS is an open admission, no-kill shelter dedicated to strengthening the relationship between animals and humans through adoptions and education, making a more compassionate community possible. Each year HAWS assists over 10,000 animals, welcomes over 35,000 visitors and engages over 11,000 youth in animal-related education opportunities. With both our main shelter in Waukesha and our Schallock Center for Animals in Delafield, HAWS is uniquely positioned to lead the way in animal welfare and community education – keeping pets in their forever homes, ending euthanasia, and teaching all ages the values of kindness, compassion and empathy towards all living things.

HAWS offers diverse opportunities for community involvement: • Happy Tails is HAWS’ largest annual fundraiser, offering corporate sponsorships, networking, VIP admissions and live/silent auctions • Pause with HAWS Mobile Adoption visits promote adoptable pets as well as employee and community wellness! • Office and business-wide donation drives bring in important day-to-day supplies and funds. Make it a competition between work groups, or an opportunity to “dress down” for a donation • Workplace giving programs direct monthly payroll donations to HAWS; HAWS is an eligible write-in charity for the United Way’s Annual Giving Campaign, and is registered with Community Shares Milwaukee

V OLU NTEER OPP ORT U NITIES

GIV ING OPPORTUNI TI E S

At HAWS, we Teach, Train, and Live Humane! Lend a supporting hand either at our facilities or in the community: • Corporate workgroup project days at either the Waukesha shelter or Schallock Center in Delafield • Dog walking and training assistance • Animal care and kennel help, pet transport welcome team • Lobby greeting, administrative support • In-home fostering of HAWS’ adoptable pets • Assistance at a special event or with HAWS’ Mobile Adoption team

It is easy to support HAWS’ life-changing and life-saving work! Donations of money or supplies help us care for the over 10,000 animals that need us each year. Give to HAWS as an individual or group, and help as we continue Growing Our Humane Community: • Sustaining Memberships • Business/Corporate Partnerships • Event Sponsorship/Participation • Workplace Giving/Payroll Deductions • Monetary Donations – Memorials, Tributes • Sponsor an Education Program or an Adoptable Pet • Planned Giving/Estates/Bequests

EXEC U TI VE L E AD E RSH I P BOARD OF D IRECT ORS Betsy DeJaco (President) ★

Mark Grabowksi

Chris Rosene

Bill Stone

Sandy Hoffmann

Jeff Torres

Susan Sorrentino (Vice President II) ★

Dr. Lee Kesting

John Zignego

Brett Engelking (Treasurer) ★

Thomas Magnor

Mike Nell

Craig Papka (Secretary) ★

Ashley Milner

Kerry Schnier

Dawn Brady

Cindy Pechanach

Kohl’s Corporation

(Vice President) ★

Wintrust Commercial Banking at Town Bank SBR Law Group Anthros

Maggie Tate-Techtmann Executive Director

Betsy DeJaco Board President

von Briesen & Roper, S.C. Quad Graphics, Inc.

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IT Pipes Retired

Carroll University Sikich LLP Eaton

Berghammer Construction Corporation Retired

Zignego Group

Gerald Nell, Inc., Member Emeritus Retired, Member Emeritus

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THE HUMANE ANIMAL WELFARE SOCIETY (HAWS) We are an open-admission, no-kill shelter dedicated to strengthening the relationship between animals and humans through adoptions and education - making a more compassionate community possible. Our mission is to lead the community in animal welfare and assure sanctuary for animals in need.

These days, pets are spending more time in shelters than ever before. But, HAWS’ resources make us uniquely qualified to care for all the animals needing help! Adoption and behavior experts, our veterinary team, animal resources, two faciliites, and experienced caregivers are ready to provide basic care and life-saving interventions!

LIVES SAVED

Company Ad Animals possess a certain magic, an ability to connect that transcends trauma; healing, inspiring, changing and saving lives. Through our interactions with animals - at HAWS' facilities, during a program or event, in schools or at home with our adopted companions - we learn empathy, kindness and compassion for all things.

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MIS SION 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.

I NTE RN ATI O NA L I N S TI T UTE O F W ISC O NSIN ADDRESS: 1110 N Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr, Ste 420

Milwaukee, WI 53203

PHONE: (414) 225-6220 WEBSITE: iiwisconsin.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 32 ANNUAL REVENUE: $1,800,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1936 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/IIWisconsin

SE RVIC E A RE A • • • • •

Refugee Resettlement Language Services Immigration Assistance International Visitor Leadership Program Education & Training

T O P FU NDING S O UR C E S GOALS • Empower individuals and families to reach selfsufficiency • Coordinate educational and social events for New Americans • Promote multi-ethnic understanding and inclusiveness throughout southeastern Wisconsin  Program Services .............................................56%  Grants ...................................................................20%  Special Events .................................................... 16%  Friends of the IIW ............................................... 8%

V OLU NTEER OPP ORT U NITIES • • • •

Refugee Mentorship Program Holiday Folk Fair International International Leadership Program Community Education Events

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Holiday Folk Fair International World Citizen Celebration International Women’s Day World Refugee Day

GIV ING OPPORTUNI TI E S • Refugee Resettlement • Educational Programs

EXEC U TI VE L E AD E RSH I P BOARD OF D IRECT ORS Dr. Clara Brenna

Jasmine Mercado

Bruce Glaub

Robert Misey, Jr.

Luis Hernandez

Dr. Gerald Mullins

Peter Holbrook

Donna Roeber (Chairperson) ★

Kelly Jordan (Past Chairperson) ★

Dr. Alexandra Sielaff (Vice-Chairperson) ★

International Business and Education Consultants (Retired) Trade Acceptance Group, Ltd. Urethane Systems Plus, Inc. Tiffin University

Donna Roeber Board Chair

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Dr. Paul Trebian President & CEO

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M.E. Dey & Company, Inc.

Spring Bank

Reinhart, Boerner, von Deuren School Administrator (Retired) Registered Nurse (Retired) Carrol University

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MIS SION Kathy’s House is 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.

KATHY ’ S HO U SE ADDRESS: 9100 W Wisconsin Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53226 PHONE: (414) 453-8290 WEBSITE: kathys-house.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 9 ANNUAL REVENUE: $1,600,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2001 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/KathysHouseMilwaukee X: @_kathyshouse

SE RVIC E A RE A Kathy’s House serves 1500 guests annually, patients and caregivers who are traveling to Milwaukee for critical medical care. We serve guests of all ages receiving care at any area hospital.

T O P FU NDING S O UR C E S

 Individual Donations ....................................... 39%  Guest Donations ................................................ 25%  Events ................................................................... 19%  Civic, Church, Corporate ................................... 8%  Foundations ...........................................................4%  Insurance Claim Revenue .................................4%

GOALS

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Our vision is to become a replicable national model in the field of Hospital Guest Housing by developing a state of the art facility and delivering superior guest services which improve patient care and the healthcare delivery model. Our home is a caring place where mutual support thrives.

Join us for our signature fundraiser, our annual gala at the Italian Community Center on Saturday, May 17, 2025.

Our mission and vision are rooted in our values of providing a home for healing, creating a community of care, and acting with compassion.

Our annual golf outing, the Kathy’s House Classic, is scheduled for September 18, 2025. Enjoy a day on the links at Ironwood Golf Course in Sussex. All funds raised at events go toward providing affordable lodging to families facing a medical crisis.

V OLU NTEER OPP ORT U NITIES

GIV ING OPPORTUNI TI E S

Volunteers play a critical role in directly serving our guests. Opportunities include welcoming guests at our reception desk, laundry, cleaning and organization projects, and preparing meals and snacks either on-site or off-site.

Up to 58% of guests have reported that Kathy’s House made it possible for them to access care. Most guests are able to contribute to the cost of their stay, but 75% cannot afford the full cost. No one is turned away for an inability to pay, and 10% of guests pay nothing at all.

Our website offers abundant information about individual and group opportunities. To learn more, visit: kathys-house.org/help/volunteer

Give online, see our wish list, and learn about planned giving at kathys-house.org.

EXEC U TI VE L E AD E RSH I P BOARD OF D IRECT ORS Nikki Panico (Chair) ★ Susan G. Komen

Elizabeth Forman

(Vice Chair) ★ Endwell Coaching & Consulting

Mike Glatkowski

Kim Lamansky President & CEO

Nikki Panico Board Chair

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Mark Filla

(Immediate Past Chair) ★ The Filla Latzke Group at Ameriprise Financial Services LLC

John Balzer

Retired, Froedtert Health

(Treasurer) ★ Madison Investments

Abby Brzezinski Marx

Abbey Magnuson

Matt Bruggink

(Secretary) ★

Foley & Lardner, LLP

Red Sky Partners, LLC CG Schmidt, Inc.

Tina Curtis

Froedtert Health

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Sue Derus

Malika Siker

Dionna Gavin

Ritika Singh

Retired, Froedtert Health

Medical College of Wisconsin

Froedtert Health

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion Executive

Ran Hoth

Retired, WI Better Business Bureau

Mona Theobald

Bill Severson

Laura Vogel Woods

Retired, GE Healthcare

Retired, Rockwell Automation

Home Health

Kathy Sieja

Retired, Froedtert Health

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MIS SION Centered on the Gospel of Jesus Christ, LUMIN Schools empower and equip children for brilliant futures.

LU M I N SC HO OLS (LUTH E R AN UR BAN M ISSI O N INITI ATI V E , I N C .) ADDRESS: 8242 N Granville Rd, Milwaukee, WI 53224 PHONE: (414) 354-5126 WEBSITE: luminschools.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 179 ANNUAL REVENUE: $17,500,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2002 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/LUMINSchools X: @LUMINSchools

SE RVIC E A RE A LUMIN Schools serve 1,500 K4-8th grade scholars across 7 campuses in the Milwaukee and Racine areas.

T O P FU NDING S O UR C E S

 Tuition & Voucher ............................................. 81%  Federal Funds......................................................15%  Fundraising ............................................................3%  Other ........................................................................ 1%

GOALS

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At LUMIN, we believe in empowering and equipping students for a life of continuous learning, faith-filled living, and selfless leadership in their families, communities and careers. Our commitment is to innovative and impactful outcomes, career-connected learning and servant leadership making LUMIN Schools the North Star of Christian education.

LUMIN Schools host a variety of events year-round, including our signature Lemonade Day, to spotlight community needs through our Opportunity Academy. Each year, a dedicated community of supporters contributes their time, funds, and expertise to help us expand our impact. Get in touch today to join us in fulfilling our vital mission.

V OLU NTEER OPP ORT U NITIES

GIV ING OPPORTUNI TI E S

LUMIN’s Opportunity Academy provides scholars with networking, skill building, and career and college exposure. You can volunteer by hosting a group of scholars to your company to discuss career paths. Additionally, LUMIN hosts an Opportunity Expo where 8th graders can practice mock interviews with industry leaders. Contact Director of Opportunity Academy La’Ketta Caldwell at caldwell@luminschools.org to volunteer for this event or a job exposure field trip.

Donations can be made at our website: luminschools.org

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Mr. Shaun Luehring President & CEO

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Robert Gleason

Timothy Scheid (Secretary) ★

James Goldschmidt

Jessica Stamm

Richard Laabs

Timothy Young Eagle, CFRE (Chairman) ★

Rev. Dr. Ronald E. Meyer

William Zick

Dr. Mona Zignego Chief Schools Officer

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MIS SION The Marcus Performing Arts Center (MPAC) 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.

M A RC U S PE RF O R M I N G AR T S C E N TE R ADDRESS: 929 N Water St, Milwaukee, WI 53202 PHONE: (414) 273-7206 WEBSITE: MarcusCenter.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 403 ANNUAL REVENUE: $16,500,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1969 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/MarcusCenter.org

SE RVIC E A RE A Serving more than 300,000 people annually, MPAC attracts a statewide audience but serves primarily as a community gathering space for all in Southeastern Wisconsin.

T O P FU NDING S O UR C E S

 Ticketing & Event Revenue............................69%  Contributions .......................................................15%  Services Revenue.............................................. 10%  Facility Rentals ......................................................4%  Milwaukee County................................................3%

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MPAC brings a diverse range of celebrated performing arts to the region including the Johnson Financial Group Broadway at the Marcus Center, MPAC Presents, Dance, Jazz, and additional special performances from internationally renowned artists. Through masterclasses, workshops, and more, MPAC also provides free education and engagement experiences that serve both students and life-long learners. MPAC’s artistic programming builds upon our commitment to advance racial equity, diversity, and inclusion through the performing arts. Offering unique arts and cultural experiences, these programs serve and reflect the people of the Greater Milwaukee region.

MPAC annually hosts the BASH, a one-of-a-kind signature fundraising event that raises funds to support our mission-based programs that provide free performing arts experiences to the community. The event features themed food stations, a program and award presentation, an exclusive performance by a Broadway performer, and an after party with late-night bites and dancing. The 20th Annual BASH will be held on Friday, June 6, 2025.

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More than 270 volunteers serve as an integral part of our Front of House team as ushers. Volunteering is a wonderful way to support MPAC and the arts in our community. MPAC ushers: • Connect with others who love the arts • Create their own schedule each month • Along with our diverse team, create a welcoming environment • Enjoy world-class arts & cultural performances

Your support ensures the powerful, transformative impact of the performing arts is accessible to all. We invite you to join in our mission by contributing in a way that is meaningful to you: • Make an individual annual gift • Sponsor performances and events • Underwrite education and community engagement programs • Attend the BASH, MPAC’s annual fundraising event For more information, visit MarcusCenter.org/give

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EXEC U TI VE L E AD E RSH I P BOARD OF D IRECT ORS Lori Craig (Board Chair) ★

Mike Abuls

David Lee

Arthur Phillips

David Marcus

Grady L. Crosby

Paula Maggio

James R. Popp

Kathleen Dohearty Penniston

Samantha Maldonado

Lynn Sprangers

Jodi Gibson

Michelle Mattson

Toya Washington

Mushir Hassan, MD

Laurie Navarro

Syneathia LaGrant

Chad Neumann

Retired from PNC Bank

(Vice Chair & Chair-Elect) ★ Marcus Investments, LLC

Damani Short (Treasurer) ★ Lexico

Portia Young (Secretary) ★ Kevin Giglinto President & CEO

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Sargento Foods, Inc.

Raymond L. Wilson

(Immediate Past Chair) ★ Retired from PricewaterhouseCoopers LLC

CG Schmidt

Northwestern Mutual Branigan

Zoological Society of Milwaukee Network Community Health ManpowerGroup

WUWM

Foley & Lardner LLP

MGIC

Johnson Financial Group

Spectrum Nonprofit Services WE Energies

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MIS SION As the philanthropic partner of Milwaukee Area Technical College, the MATC Foundation builds donor relationships to facilitate private investments that remove barriers to education, accelerate careers and deliver skilled talent to the Milwaukee area. Our vision: a prosperous region built on expansive access to education and economic opportunities.

M AT C FO U N DATI O N , I N C . ADDRESS: 700 W State St M66, Milwaukee, WI 53233 PHONE: (414) 297-7687 WEBSITE: matc.edu/foundation TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 8 ANNUAL REVENUE: $11,000,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1979 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/matcmilwaukee X: @matcmilwaukee

SE RVIC E A RE A Milwaukee County, Ozaukee County, Washington County (Germantown)

T O P FU NDING S O UR C E S

 Foundations/Organization Grants ............ 8.5%  Individual Gifts .............................................. 80.5%  Corporate Contributions ................................. 11%

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In fiscal year 2024-25, the MATC Foundation seeks to raise $5 million with a continued emphasis on assuring college is accessible to all through student scholarships, emergency grants and support for classroom supplies — from books to backpacks and technology to tools. With 92% of MATC’s graduates staying right here in Wisconsin, we collaborate with community leaders and regional employers who seek to invest in our local workforce.

BluTender • Pfister Hotel’s Blu rooftop lounge • March 2025 (date TBD soon) • Join “celebrity” MATC alumni and friends who compete to raise scholarship funds.

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GIV ING OPPORTUNI TI E S

Volunteer with MATC’s Career Hub: • Serve on workforce panels sharing industry knowledge • Assist students with interview practice • Help students with resume preparation

MATC Foundation creates affordable paths to familysustaining employment through large-scale, careerfocused scholarships like the MATC Promise and other student financial support such as its Supplies for Success Fund and quick-turnaround emergency grants. All donations are directed to students and the initiatives that benefit them. The Foundation is the financial steward of private donations to Milwaukee PBS, a viewer-supported service of MATC.

Consider joining an academic program advisory committee: • Provide industry-focused advice • Help keep curriculum up-to-date and forward focused • Welcome an MATC speaker to your workplace or professional organization

MATC Foundation accepts gifts online, via ETF, mail, United Way, gifts of stock, and assists with legacy planning.

EXEC U TI VE L E AD E RSH I P BOARD OF D IRECT ORS Chantel Byrd (President) ★

Danielle Bergner

Tracy Luber

Timothy Smith

Dave Megna

Jim Cosco

Lori Mallet

Anthony Cruz, Ed.D.

Viola Hawkins

Preston McGlory

Matthew Partridge

Jaime Hurtado

Edgar Mayorga

Jamie Berger

Susan Lubar

Veolia

(Vice President) ★

WEC Energy Group

Julianna Ebert

(Secretary) ★

Quarles & Brady LLP, Retired

Chantel Byrd Board President

Laura Bray

Executive Director

★ DENOTES EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP

(Treasurer) ★ Froedtert Health

The Box MKE

Hall Render

Harley-Davidson Motor Company Community Leader Insulation Technologies, Inc. (INTEC) Growing Minds, Inc.

WEDC

Marcus Hotels & Resorts, Retired (Ex-Officio) Milwaukee Area Technical College

Hatch Staffing Services Molson Coors

Erica L. Case (MATC District

Johnson Controls, Inc.

Board Liaison) The LiveWire Group, Inc.

Rajesh Namboothiry

Eugene A. Gilchrist, Ph.D.

Manpower US

Emily R. Phillips

(Honorary Board Member) Stay Clean

The Phillips Ristau Group – Baird

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Everyone deserves a strong foundation. In the past decade, MATC Foundation donors have changed the lives of over 10,000 students. 10-Year Totals

of Student Scholarship and Emergency Assistance* *Scholarship and emergency assistance given by MATC Foundation Inc. between 2013-14 and 2022-23.

Accelerating Impact for Student Success

$1,163,135

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IN EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE

STUDENTS SUPPORTED

$338,284

$5,198,847

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INCREASE IN STUDENTS RECEIVING FINANCIAL SUPPORT

$10,304,018

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MATC Foundation is the philanthropic partner of Milwaukee Area Technical College.

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MISSION MENTOR Greater Milwaukee will increase Mentoring relationships by building the capacity of existing mentoring organizations matching a caring adult with children in need through safe, effective mentoring programs throughout Greater Milwaukee.

MENTOR GREATER MILWAUKEE ADDRESS: 1543 N 2nd St, 6th Fl, Milwaukee, WI 53212 PHONE: (414) 397-3474 WEBSITE: milwaukeementor.com TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 3 ANNUAL REVENUE: $623,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2019 FACEBOOK: @mentormilwaukee

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SE RVIC E A RE A MENTOR Greater Milwaukee is an advocate for the expansion of quality mentoring throughout the Greater Milwaukee community and a resource for mentors and mentoring initiatives county-wide.

T O P FU NDING S O UR C E S

 Grants ................................................................... 72%  Special Events .................................................... 10%  Fee for Service ...................................................15%  Individual Gifts ......................................................3%

GOALS

FUNDRAISING/EVENTS

Our shared mission is to increase both the quality and quantity of mentoring relationships. This is accomplished through support to on-the-ground mentoring programs to improve their quality, effectiveness and scale, while coalescing stakeholders to expand engagement and investment locally.

• Mentoring Symposium - January 2025 • Youth Voice Summit - August 2025

With the intention of serving as the catalyst and leader for quality mentoring in Greater Milwaukee, MGM is uniquely positioned to work with local organizations to increase their capacity, effectiveness and provide relevant and customized evidence-based training, technical assistance and support.

GIVING OPPORTUNITIES Mentoring Symposium Sponsorships milwaukeementor.com/donate

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES • Mentoring Symposium, January 2025 • Youth Voice Summit, August 2025

EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP BOARD OF DIRECTORS Gaulien Smith (Board Chair) ★

Anthony Poole

Jerry Roberts

Darice Brown

Terrell Walter

Katina Shaw

Gee’s Clippers

(Board Vice Chair) ★

Jack Snow (Secretary) ★ Milwaukee Bucks

Tiffany, Davister (Treasurer) ★ EY

Mr. LaNelle Ramey Executive Director

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Makda Fessahaye UW-Milwaukee

Ghulam Khan

UPS

Royal Capital Group

Milwaukee Workforce Alliance Milwaukee Brewers

Shane Arnold GE

Amanda Braun UW-Milwaukee

Noleta Franz

Northwestern Mutual

Johnson Controls

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1543 N 2nd Street, 6th Floor, Milwaukee, WI 53212 MilwaukeeMentor.com 414-604-5531

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MISSION To find a cure for childhood cancer and related blood disorders by providing funding to research.

MIDWEST ATHLETES AGAINST CHILDHOOD CANCER ADDRESS: 10000 W Innovation Dr, Ste 135

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PHONE: (414) 955-5835 WEBSITE: maccfund.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 6 ANNUAL REVENUE: $5 million YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1976 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/MACCFund INSTAGRAM: @themaccfund

SE RVIC E A RE A MACC Fund supports research at Medical College of Wisconsin, Children’s Wisconsin, UW Carbone Cancer Center & Marshfield Clinic. Research conducted in the state benefits the nation and world as well.

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 Events ................................................................... 72%  Annual Gifts ..........................................................3%  Foundation Giving .............................................. 8%  Planned Giving .....................................................2%  Corporate Giving ...............................................15%

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FUNDRAISING/EVENTS

The MACC Fund’s goal is to eradicate childhood cancer and related blood disorders by funding research into more effective, less toxic treatment for kids.

The MACC Fund hosts/benefits from upwards of 75 events annually. Please visit maccfund.org (events tab) to find our latest event offerings. Should you wish to host an event or have an idea of your own, please contact Michael Bielawski @mbielawski@maccfund.org.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

GIVING OPPORTUNITIES

Please register to volunteer at maccfund.org.

Whether it is donating funds, spreading awareness, joining our advocacy works, or sponsoring, volunteering or participating in an event; there are many ways to give or give back to MACC Fund.

EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP BOARD OF DIRECTORS Alicia Anderson (Treasurer) ★

Matt Lueder

Eddie Doucette

Jon McGlocklin

Ryan Dove (Governance) ★

Tim Michels

Steve Kilian (Vice Chair) ★

Kristin Oden

Paul Knoebel (Chairman) ★

Mike Veum

First Business Bank Co-Founder

West Bend Mutual Insurance Co. Kilian Management Services – McDonald’s

Becky Pinter President/CEO

Paul Knoebel Chairman

★ DENOTES EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP

Knoebel & Associates

Co-Founder

Michels Corporation

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Providing Hope for Kids Since 1976 Facts About Childhood Cancer: About 1 in 260 children will develop cancer before the age of 20.

Wisconsin ranks number 19 in the nation for overall cases of pediatric cancer.

Cancer is the number one cause of death by disease among children in the USA.

The MACC Fund seeks to fund a cure for childhood cancer and related blood disorders by providing essential funding for research. Thanks to generous supporters, the MACC Fund has contributed over $84 million to research in Wisconsin.

Join our fight and give the gift of hope. Visit our website to learn more about how to get involved. www.maccfund.org

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MIS SION The mission of the Milwaukee Academy of Science, an exemplary leader in STEM education, is to graduate urban students prepared to compete successfully at the post-secondary level.

M ILWA U KE E ACAD E M Y O F S C I E N C E ADDRESS: 2000 W Kilbourn Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53233 PHONE: (414) 933-0302 WEBSITE: milwaukeeacademyofscience.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 247 ANNUAL REVENUE: $26,784,759 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2000 FACEBOOK:

facebook.com/MilwaukeeAcademyofScience X: @MASNovas

SE RVIC E A RE A Milwaukee Academy of Science (MAS) is a K4-12th grade STEM-focused public charter school with over 1,700 students across two centrally located campuses, serving 31 zip codes in Milwaukee.

T O P FU NDING S O UR C E S

 State Per Pupil Funding .................................. 73%  Federal Funding .................................................. 17%  Fundraising ............................................................9%  Other ........................................................................ 1%

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Through a STEM lens, our goal is to provide an excellent education for every student. We are champions of higher expectations and support students as they rise to meet them. “The MAS Way” means that we love, nurture, and engage our students in opportunities that allow them to become the best version of themselves. We provide consistency, support, and opportunity so that 100% of seniors graduate and compete successfully at the postsecondary level.

MAS has two fundraising events each year-Night with the Novas and the Nova Nation Golf Classic. Visit our website to learn more about the events and if you have any questions, feel free to reach out to Brittany Warren at bwarren@mascience.org

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From college students to corporations, MAS hosts over 250 volunteers annually to add value to classrooms, special events, and facilities upgrades. Please reach out if you are passionate about making a positive impact on education in Milwaukee. Contact Cassandra Aranda at caranda@mascience.org for details.

MAS has a need for donations to help close our annual funding gap of $3,500 per student per year. Donations are then allocated in our most needed areas like chromebooks, programmatic implementation, teacher development, etc. Donate online or contact Brittany Warren at bwarren@mascience.org for more information.

EXEC U TI VE L E AD E RSH I P BOARD OF D IRECT ORS Bill Reitman (Chair) ★

Ryan Daniels

Dan Jessup

Kathryn Kuhn (Vice Chair) ★

Karen Friedlen, PhD

Jennifer Jeter

Will Schoyer (Treasurer) ★

Jodi Greenmeier

Kevin Malaney

Corey Smith (Secretary) ★

Keeley Hayes

Anthony McHenry

Jennifer Bolger Breceda

Jeanne Hossenlopp

John Raymond, Sr. MD

Clavon Byrd, PhD

Frederick Jackson, II

Steven Richman

Briggs & Stratton, Retired Medical College of Wisconsin, Retired Northwestern Mutual

Associates Building Management

Anthony McHenry

Chief Executive Officer

Bill Reitman Board Chair

Milwaukee Riverkeeper

Milwaukee Area Technical College

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Milwaukee Public Library Foundation Mount Mary University

Landmark Credit Union Aurora Health Care Marquette University

Paradigm Enrichment Services

Ajay Sahajpal, MD, FRCSC, FACS

Jones, Lang, LaSalle

Aurora Health Care

Parent Representative

Jay Sandlow, MD

Medical College of Wisconsin

Foley & Lardner, LLP

Aaron Towns

BMO Harris Bank

Milwaukee Academy of Science

Sharonda Williams Parent Representative

Medical College of Wisconsin Techtronic Industries A SU PPL EM EN T O F BI Z TI M ES M I LWA U KEE

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SUPPORT CompanyHIGH-QUALITY Ad EDUCATION IN MILWAUKEE

We are champions of higher expectations & support our scholars as they rise to meet them. FOR 10 YEARS IN A ROW 100% OF SENIORS GRADUATED & WERE ACCEPTED TO COLLEGE! HELP US CLOSE OUR ANNUAL FUNDING GAP OF $3,500 PER STUDENT PER YEAR. DONATE TODAY! MILWAUKEEACADEMYOFSCIENCE.ORG/DONATE

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MIS SION Milwaukee Ballet’s mission is to transform lives and connect communities through inspiring performance, community engagement, education, and training.

M ILWA U KE E BAL L E T ADDRESS: 128 N Jackson St, Milwaukee, WI 53202 PHONE: (414) 902-2135 WEBSITE: milwaukeeballet.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 150 ANNUAL REVENUE: $8,447,977 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1970 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/MilwaukeeBallet

SE RVIC E A RE A Our home is Milwaukee’s Historic Third Ward with school branches in Brookfield and Fox Point. We perform in downtown Milwaukee and reach audiences throughout Wisconsin with community engagement programs.

T O P FU NDING S O UR C E S

 Ballet Performances........................................ 32%  Contributed Revenue ........................................31%  School & Academy ........................................... 23%  Unrealized Gain on Investments ............... 4.5%  Interest, Net Retail and Other .........................4%  Gifts-In-Kind ...........................................................3%  Special Events .................................................. 2.5%  Community Engagement .......................... <0.5%

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Our purpose is to make ballet accessible to the Greater Milwaukee community and beyond. We achieve this by staging full-scale ballet performances, offering accredited training for children aged 2+ through adults at Milwaukee Ballet School & Academy, and delivering diverse community engagement programs aimed at breaking down barriers to ballet.

We welcome donations year-round via our Annual Fund. Your contribution helps provide scholarships for School & Academy students, supports the creation of new productions, and strengthens community engagement initiatives, ensuring world-class ballet thrives in Milwaukee. Our annual fundraising gala also showcases captivating performances by our talented dancers. To learn more about upcoming opportunities, please visit milwaukeeballet.org/get-involved or contact development@milwaukeeballet.org.

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GIV ING OPPORTUNI TI E S

Volunteers are needed for special events, community outreach opportunities, information booths, performance support, and more. Visit milwaukeeballet.org/volunteer to apply today.

Giving to Milwaukee Ballet is easy and truly makes a difference. Donations may be made online or by mail as well as through stock or with Planned Giving. Sponsorship opportunities for events, artists, and programs are also available. To learn more and make a gift, please visit milwaukeeballet.org/donate. To discover our array of donor benefits offered at any level of giving, visit milwaukeeballet.org/donor-benefits.

EXEC U TI VE L E AD E RSH I P BOARD OF D IRECT ORS Cheryl Carron (Board Chair & President) ★ Christine Irgens

Donna Baumgartner

Irissol Arce

Sarah Thomas Pagels (Secretary,

Jon Biorkman

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(Immediate Past President) ★

John Rumpf (Advancement Chair) ★

Liz Bickley Tai Pauls

Jan Pirozzolo-Mellowes

(Treasurer & Finance Chair, Chair Elect) ★

Community Engagement Co-Chair) ★

Michael Pink

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Kelly Noyes (Nominating & Governance

Chair, School & Academy Co-Chair) ★

Jason Eggert Gretchen Jameson

Sarah Kimball Suzanne Martens, MD Beverley Morgan Molly Mulroy Jill Pelisek William Raasch, MD

(School & Academy Co-Chair) ★

Jodi Ristau

Amy Schmidt Jones

Yollande Tchouapi

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MISSION The Milwaukee County Historical Society was founded in 1935 to collect, preserve and make available materials relating to the history of the Milwaukee community.

MILWAUKEE COUNTY HISTORICAL SOCIETY ADDRESS: 910 N Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr

Milwaukee, WI 53203 PHONE: (414) 273-8288 WEBSITE: MilwaukeeHistory.net TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 10 ANNUAL REVENUE: $1,352,605 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1935 INSTAGRAM: @MKEHistory FACEBOOK: @MKEHistory YOUTUBE: @MCHS

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FUNDRAISING/EVENTS

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The Milwaukee County Historical Society is the place to learn about and to celebrate Milwaukee and the surrounding communities.

Annual Awards Dinner: Join us in May for our annual dinner in celebration of the extraordinary accomplishments of individuals, community organizations, and businesses who have worked diligently to preserve, promote, and forge local history.

Milwaukee County

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 Grants & Donations..........................................38%  Milwaukee County............................................. 25%  Programs & Events ..........................................15%  Event Rentals ......................................................14%  Other ........................................................................6%  Membership ...........................................................2%

Through a broad range of activities, the Historical Society seeks to recognize and preserve our local history. In promoting a greater appreciation of Milwaukee County’s heritage, the Historical Society hopes to develop a better understanding of how the past affects issues and challenges today, thus energizing visitors and patrons to become an informed and active part of the community.

Trimborn Farm Harvest of Arts & Crafts: Visit Trimborn Farm in Greendale for our annual Harvest of Arts & Crafts the weekend after Labor Day. Milwaukee History Kayak Tour: Explore Milwaukee and its history as you paddle down the Milwaukee or Menomonee River. Learn about Milwaukee, past and present, from the viewpoint of the river led by guides from the Milwaukee County Historical Society.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

GIVING OPPORTUNITIES

The Milwaukee County Historical Society invites you to explore a range of volunteer and internship opportunities. Whether your interests lie in event support, collections management, or the care of historic sites, we offer diverse roles that can fit your skills and availability. By joining our team, you’ll contribute directly to the preservation and celebration of Milwaukee’s rich heritage. For more information on current opportunities, please contact us at info@milwaukeehistory.net.

Become a member and enjoy exclusive benefits while contributing to the preservation of local history. Consider making a financial donation to directly support our efforts. Join the Conservation Circle to participate in safeguarding Milwaukee’s heritage. Businesses can partner with us through sponsorship opportunities. Participate in our events and don’t forget to visit us to experience Milwaukee’s past firsthand. Your support is vital in ensuring that our rich history is celebrated and preserved for future generations.

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EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP BOARD OF DIRECTORS Eric Schmidt (Chair) ★

The Honorable M. Joseph Donald

Liz Sumner

Nathan D. Imfeld

Lindsey Draper

Chia Youyee Vang

Kathy Nusslock (Secretary) ★

Willie Johnson Jr.

Charles Vogel (Ex-Officio) ★

Tom Agnello

Tyler Parbs

Tim Wright

Ronald Clayton (Ex-Officio) ★

Daniel Steininger

Joseph Heil, Jr. (Treasurer) ★

CG Schmidt

(Vice Chair) ★

Foley & Lardner

Amundsen Davis

Michael Best & Friedrich, LLP

Ben Barbera

Executive Director & Board President

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BMO Harris Bank

Milwaukee County Circuit Court Community Leader

Milwaukee County Board of Supervisors J. Jeffers & Co. Biz Starts

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Comptroller, Milwaukee County University of Wisconsin – Milwaukee Godfrey & Kahn

Promontory Point Partners, LLC Morgan Stanley

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Your support goes to educational programs that serve over 7,000 students each year, as well as the care of 75,000 artifacts, 3,000 manuscript collections, and 1 million photos.

2024 Impact:

10,800 Programs & Events Attendees: 6,500 Students: 7,000 Researchers: 5,000 Museum & Site Visitors:

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I’m profoundly thankful for your work... Having the new information you’ve provided will be especially helpful in continuing to unravel the mysteries of [my parents’] time here. – Scott, Researcher I think the [Hands-on History] program is the perfect combination of talking and engagement with the students. They really enjoy being able to see the photographs and historical objects. It brings learning to life! – MPS Educator

Follow us: Instagram: @MKEHistory Facebook: @MKEHistory YouTube: @MCHS

For more information, visit MilwaukeeHistory.net

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MISSION Milwaukee Repertory Theater (Milwaukee Rep) 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 REPERTORY THEATER ADDRESS: 108 E Wells St, Milwaukee, WI 53202 PHONE: (414) 224-9490 WEBSITE: MilwaukeeRep.com TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 812 ANNUAL REVENUE: $14,888,679 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1954 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/MilwRep X: @MilwRep

SE RVIC E A RE A Milwaukee Rep serves 300,000 patrons including 20,000 students annually from the Greater Milwaukee Area and beyond with up to 700 performances of 11 productions plus A Christmas Carol and robust educational programming.

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FUNDRAISING/EVENTS

Through powerful dramas, compelling classics, and fullscale musicals, Milwaukee Rep provides high-quality and deeply impactful performances that entertain, enlighten, and reflect the community we serve. Alongside our productions, we offer robust Education & Engagement programs that use theater as an outlet to learn, to inspire action, and to celebrate the rich diversity and cultural vibrance of Milwaukee.

Milwaukee Repertory Theater’s annual Curtain Call Ball is its largest event of the year, gathering over 400 guests to enjoy lively auctions, gourmet dining, and riveting entertainment. The gala event provides essential funds for Milwaukee Rep’s artistic and educational programming. As a non-profit organization, Milwaukee Repertory Theater relies on the continued support of corporations and individuals to ensure it is providing the highest caliber work to the region. We hope you will join us for our 2025 Curtain Call Ball on May 10, 2025. More information available at MilwaukeeRep.com/CurtainCallBall.

We are in the process of creating our new home; the Associated Bank Theater Center, which will feature three state-of-the-art performance venues, a new Education & Engagement Center, upscale amenities, and be one of the most accessible venues in the nation.  Ticket Sales ........................................................44%  Contributions .......................................................41%  Food & Beverage ................................................6%  Endowment ............................................................5%  Other ........................................................................4%

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

GIVING OPPORTUNITIES

There is a variety of ways to support Milwaukee Rep as a volunteer. Our volunteers provide countless hours of time and energy to facilitate events, usher patrons and support Milwaukee Rep staff and artists. For more information, visit MilwaukeeRep.com/About/Volunteer.

Support the work on and off Milwaukee Rep stages or make a gift of any size to our Powering Milwaukee campaign, and join a community of 4,000+ theater lovers through: • A cash donation at MilwaukeeRep.com/Give • A donor advised fund or required minimum distribution • Appreciated stocks

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Karen Plunkett

Jane Chernof

Debra Johnson

Beth Ridley

Raymond J. Manista ★

Marybeth Cottrill

Lynda Johnson

Allison Scriner

James Phelps ★

Amy Croen

Debora Kaerek

Clark Slipher

Ayad Akhtar

Robert H. Duffy

Michelle Kolp

Craig Swan

(Vice President, Trustees) ★

Tammy Belton-Davis

Dr. Eric Durant

David Kundert

Deborah Tomczyk

James Phillips ★

Ivor Benjamin, MD

Jay Franke

Dawn Lindsey

Benjamin Wagner

Wendy W. Blumenthal

Jason Graham

Kristine Lueders

Julia Burns

Peter Hammond

Anne L. Noyes

Bryan Carson

Chris Hermann

Joseph Pickart

Joan Lubar ★

(President) ★

Robert H. Manegold

Adam J. Peck

(President – Elect)

Kerryann Haase Minton

Mark Clements Artistic Director

Chad Bauman

Executive Director

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Bryan House ★ (Secretary)

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POWERING MILWAUKEE

As the largest theater in the state, Milwaukee Rep serves 300,000 patrons annually through up to 700 performances, plus Education & Engagement programming for 20,000+ students and community members. Milwaukee Rep is in the process of building The Associated Bank Theater Center, our new home that will be one of the most ambitious cultural venues in the country, featuring: • Three state of the art venues: the Ellen & Joe Checota Powerhouse Theater, the Herro-Franke Studio Theater, and the Stackner Cabaret • Upscale amenities in the Sandra & William Haack Lobby, including the Lubar Lounge • The state-of-the-art Herzfeld Foundation Education & Engagement Center • And, will be one of the most accessible venues in the country. With the generosity of nearly 600 donors, Milwaukee Rep has exceeded its announced $78 million Powering Milwaukee Campaign goal. We plan to keep the campaign open to give everyone the opportunity to be a part of this historic moment in Rep history. Every dollar raised will serve an estimated 15 million people through hundreds of thousands of performances over the anticipated lifespan of the Associated Bank Theater Center. No matter the size of your gift, you can help build an artistic hub by Milwaukee, for Milwaukee. To make a gift to the Powering Milwaukee campaign, please visit MilwaukeeRep.com/PoweringMilwaukee.

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MISSION The Milwaukee Youth Symphony Orchestra nurtures, challenges, and inspires young minds through music, profoundly changing lives and our community for the better.

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ADDRESS: 325 W Walnut St, Milwaukee, WI 53212 PHONE: (414) 267-2950 WEBSITE: myso.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 75 ANNUAL REVENUE: $5,961,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1956 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/MYSO1956

SE RVIC E A RE A Yearly, MYSO serves 1,000 student musicians from Southeast Wisconsin, 50% of them youths of color. Of our students, 20% come from vulnerable neighborhoods and 45% receive financial aid from MYSO to participate. We also reach 6,000 students who attend free outreach concerts and 25,000 people who attend formal performances.

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 Contributed ......................................................... 55%  UPAF.......................................................................... 7%  Earned................................................................... 22%  Investments ........................................................ 16%

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GOALS MYSO emphasizes expanding music education while also cultivating the next generation of leaders. Our programs use musical training to instill discipline, teamwork, and perseverance—skills essential for success in any field. By growing foundational programs like Progressions and Prelude Wind, MYSO ensures that more young people, especially those without access to music education, can develop both their musical talents and leadership abilities. The international tour in the summer of 2025 will further enhance this mission by exposing students to new cultures and broadening their perspectives, shaping them into well-rounded individuals ready to lead in their communities and beyond. Through these efforts, MYSO continues to foster not just musicians, but future leaders equipped with the skills and confidence to succeed in any path they choose.

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VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

GIVING OPPORTUNITIES

We welcome help from MYSO friends, alumni, and parents interested in events and our numerous concerts, and in serving on our board or committees.

To support the great and growing need for life-changing youth music education and expand equitable access to music, please visit us at MYSO.org.

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Myra Edwards (Chair) ★

Patricia A. Ellis, EdD

Andrew Sajdak

Amy Croen (Immediate Past Chair) ★

Timothy Frautschi

Rachael Selley

Kris Best

Lisa Froemming

Stephanie Seymour

Tino Arvanetes

Mark J. Goldstein

Julie Steinhafel

Maribeli Ayala

Larry Hisle

Lauren Vollrath

Brian Bear, MD

John Hunzinger

Jan Wade

Krista Brookman

Greg Kliebhan

Barbara Wanless

Richard Buchband

Nathaniel Lynn

Les Weil

Erik Eisenmann

Anitra Riley

Dashal Young

(Treasurer) ★

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ORCHESTRATING SUCCESS One student at a time. At MYSO, we hear the music and we see the musician. For nearly 70 years, we've invested in developing tomorrow's community leaders.

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COMPOSING THE FUTURE. Visit SeeYourselfAtMYSO.org to learn how.

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MIS SION Nativity Jesuit Academy is a K4-8th grade coed Catholic, Jesuit school which educates youth for lives of Christian leadership and service.

NATIVIT Y JE SUI T ACAD E M Y ADDRESS: 1515 S 29th St, Milwaukee, WI 53215 PHONE: (414) 645-1060 WEBSITE: nativityjesuit.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 46 ANNUAL REVENUE: $5,257,212 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1993 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/NativityJesuitAcademy

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F U ND RAISING /E VE NTS

Nativity serves 257 K4-8th grade students and 99 high school-aged alumni from the southside of Milwaukee. 100% of Nativity students are Latino and 99% qualify for a School Choice voucher.

Nativity strives to form not only exceptional students, but equally emphasizes the importance of being a good person. Nativity strives to form leaders who are driven by their values: being religious, loving, open to growth, seeking of intellectual excellence and committed to justice. Nativity achieves this through a unique and proven model of education which features an extended school day, year-round instruction including our “Camp Thunderhead” academic residential summer program in Iron County, WI, and graduate support services. This comprehensive wraparound model of education walks alongside students and their families in their growth to be “men and women for others.”

Choice funding only covers 54% of the true cost of a Nativity education. Milwaukee is blessed with many caring and committed individuals and organizations who are passionate about supporting high quality education. Invest in Nativity students and our proven model of education through our annual fund at nativityjesuit.org/support

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GIV ING OPPORTUNI TI E S

Interested in sharing your time and talents to shape future leaders of Milwaukee? Make a distinct impact on a child’s life through the following volunteer opportunities: • Mentoring: Be paired with one of Nativity’s high school-aged alumni to support their academic, social and personal development through monthly mentoring meetings. • Classroom and club volunteers • Coaching: soccer, basketball, volleyball, flag football or ‘Girls on the Run’

Nativity is not a typical K-8 school, it is a “mission that does more.” A Nativity education would not be possible without an invested community centered around the most important thing: kids and their bright futures.

T O P FU NDING S O UR C E S

 Vouchers .............................................................. 54%  Fundraising .........................................................46%

Save the date for Nativity’s 2025 events! Our Scholarship Dinner will be held on Friday, May 2, 2025 at Nativity Jesuit Academy. Our Golf Outing will be held on Monday, July 28, 2025 at Westmoor Country Club. Contact Nativity’s advancement team at (414) 645-1060 or advancement@nativityjesuit.org for more information.

Come tour Nativity and learn more about our unique model of education and proven results! Nativity welcomes individual donations, corporate sponsorship, foundation support, IRA charitable rollover, stock gifts and estate gifts. Contact our team at (414) 645-1060 or advancement@nativityjesuit.org.

EXEC U TI VE L E AD E RSH I P BOARD OF D IRECT ORS Rev. Richard Abert, SJ

Rev. Jeffrey LaBelle, SJ

Mary Nolte

Meg Dean (Board Treasurer)

Yamilett Lopez

Jim Parks

Nativity Jesuit Academy Baird Advisors

Mark Herr

Community Volunteer

Irving Ibarra

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Brad Kalscheur

Michael Best & Friedrich, LLP

Marquette University (Board Vice Chair) ★ Godfrey & Kahn S.C.

Rev. Mike Marco, SJ

Marquette University High School

Maria Monteagudo Community Volunteer

Dan Nigro (Board Secretary) Badger Mutual Insurance

Andrew Stith

Community Volunteer (Board Chair) ★

Berghammer Construction

Victor Perez Cytiva

Vanessa Solis ★

Nativity Jesuit Academy

Dr. Peter Stanek

Stanek Family Dental

Cristo Rey Jesuit High School Milwaukee

William Stone

Wintrust Commercial Banking at Town Bank

Lora Strigens

Marquette University

Sheila Taphorn

Marquette University

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BE PART OF A MISSION THAT DOES MORE!

Be part of shaping the future leaders of Milwaukee by supporting a unique and proven model of education that includes: Extended school day | Year-round instruction including our "Camp Thunderhead" program Graduate support services | Formation to be "men and women for others"

Educating Youth for Lives of Christian Leadership and Service

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MISSION The mission of Neu-Life Community Development is to empower youth with the skills and strategies to make their best life choices.

COMMUNITY

DEVELOPMENT NEU-LIFE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ADDRESS: 2014 W North Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53205 PHONE: (414) 933-3924 WEBSITE: neu-life.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 31 ANNUAL REVENUE: $1,523,788 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2000 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/neulifeyouth

SE RVIC E A RE A Near north side Milwaukee; Lindsey Heights/Amani neighborhoods.

T O P FU NDING S O UR C E S

 Government Grants .......................................... 43%  Foundation Grants ............................................ 34%  Other Funding .....................................................21%  In Kind ......................................................................2%

GOALS

FUNDRAISING/EVENTS

Founded by Joann Harris-Comodore, Neu-Life Community Development began with a mission to help youth become stronger and functional, productive adults within the community. Neu-Life is the place where young people become the best versions of themselves. Our priority is to give our young people the skills and resources they need to achieve in life. We take a holistic, researchbased, community-centric approach that builds skills and resiliency while exposing our youth to opportunities in the larger world.

Neu-Life Community Development hosts annual events that showcase the youth’s creativity and the powerful impact we have on the families we serve. We host an annual Black History Program, Annual Art Show and Annual Farmfork Feast to name a few. We accept support and donations for all our events and programs via our website, neu-life.org.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

GIVING OPPORTUNITIES

We encourage volunteers to come share their time, gifts and talents with out youth. Contact our office to arrange a volunteer meeting to find the right match of opportunity within our programs.

We accept support from individuals, visit www.neu-life.org to donate and learn more.

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Rev. William Robbins Sr. (President) ★ Glennie Pickett (Vice President) ★ Ernestine Hill (Secretary) ★ Joann Comodore (Treasurer) ★ Alesia Miller Jasmin Jones Mrs. Joann Harris-Comodore

Mrs. Jody Rhodes

Pamdoria Daniels

Executive Director

Founder & CEO

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Neu-Life Community Development began with a mission to help youth become stronger and functional, productive adults within the community. Neu-Life is the place where young people become the best versions of themselves. Our priority is to give our young people the skills and resources they need to achieve in life Creating an innovative place where milwaukee's youth can soar & thrive

To join our movement and learn more today at www.neu-life.org!

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MIS SION

NOTRE DA M E S C H O O L O F M I LWAUKE E

Notre Dame School of Milwaukee, a Catholic school sponsored by the School Sisters of Notre Dame, challenges our students to reach their full potential as individuals, empowering them to direct their God-given gifts toward transforming their community.

ADDRESS: 2604 W Orchard St, Milwaukee, WI 53204 PHONE: (414) 671-3000 WEBSITE: notredamemke.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 108 ANNUAL REVENUE: $10M YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1996 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/NotreDameMiddleSchool

SE RVIC E A RE A Notre Dame School of Milwaukee serves over 740 predominantly Latino students in Grades K3-8, providing a dual-language, faith-based education to empower students and their families in the greater Milwaukee community.

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 Choice ................................................................... 72%  Annual Gifts/Contributions............................ 16%  Nutrition and Wisconsin Shares .................... 8%  Other Income ........................................................3%  Tuition....................................................................... 1%

GOALS

F U ND RAISING /E VE NTS

With deep faith and courage, Notre Dame School of Milwaukee (NDSM) is boldly addressing the urgent, critical needs of our community by delivering an education focused on student and school growth through quality and innovation. In a city where youth face immense challenges, NDSM stands as a beacon of hope for families on Milwaukee’s near south side. Over the coming years, we are committed to growing our school to serve more than 900 students, all while maintaining our high academic standards and continuing to offer essential wraparound services like our Graduate Support and After School Programs.

This year we will host our annual Salsa Sampler benefit auction and dinner on Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at the Italian Community Center to celebrate the accomplishments of our students, school, and community. Additionally, we have several events throughout the year to fund our Graduate Support Program. If you are interested in attending these events or want to learn more, please contact Betsy Quick at equick@notredamemke.org

V OLU NTEER OPP ORT U NITIES

GIV ING OPPORTUNI TI E S

Volunteers are at the heart of all we do at NDSM. We have a variety of opportunities for volunteers to meet your time, interest, and schedule, such as becoming a mentor, serving on a committee, volunteering in our library or classrooms, or assisting with special events. If you would like to learn more about volunteer opportunities, please visit our website at notredamemke.org/get-involved

We are deeply grateful for the generous support that helps make our mission a reality. With your partnership, we can continue to provide the exceptional Catholic education and comprehensive wrap-around services that are the hallmark of the NDSM experience. To explore how you can support our school, please visit our website at notredamemke.org/donate or contact Betsy Quick at equick@notredamemke.org. Together, we can make a lasting difference in the lives of our students.

EXEC U TI VE L E AD E RSH I P BOARD OF D IRECT ORS John Herbers (Chair) ★

Reinhart Boerner Van Deuren s.c

Patrick Landry

(President) ★

Notre Dame School of Milwaukee

Mike Giffhorn (Vice Chair) Colors of English

Jan Drzewiecki (Treasurer) Patrick Landry President

John Herbers

Chair, Board of Directors

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Christine Keyes

(Previous Chair) Community Volunteer

Patrick Fennelly Morgan Stanley

Teresa Hattersley Community Volunteer

Mary Alice Yakich Educational Foundation

Greg Herrle

Karen Oliver (Secretary)

Lori Hoch

Community Volunteer

Milliman

Cortina Asset Management

Jorjio Hopkins

Jennifer Ryan

Nick Kitzman

Julie Schneider

Mike Kotecki

Eileen Schwalbach

Michael Nguyen

John Splude

Sylvia Prising

Rachel Uihlein

Sr. Patricia Rass, SSND

Gino Villani

MLG Capital

Northwestern Mutual

Foley & Lardner

Community Volunteer

MK Tactical Leadership LLC

Retired - Mount Mary University

Teach for America Milwaukee Community Volunteer

Community Volunteer

School Sisters of Notre Dame

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Villani Landshapers

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MISSION Empowering Youth – Changing Lives.

PATHFINDERS ADDRESS: 4200 N Holton St, Ste 400

Milwaukee, WI 53212 PHONE: (414) 964-2565 WEBSITE: PathfindersMKE.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 81 ANNUAL REVENUE: $7,130,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1970 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/PathfindersMKE

SE RVIC E A RE A Pathfinders serves youth and young adults in Milwaukee and surrounding communities.

T O P FU NDING S O UR C E S

 Government ........................................................56%  Contributions ...................................................... 22%  Fee for Service ...................................................13%  United Way ............................................................ 8%

GOALS

FUNDRAISING/EVENTS

Pathfinders brings safety, hope and healing to Milwaukee young people facing homelessness, sexual exploitation, crisis and trauma. Safe, consistent housing is a basic need, yet thousands of Milwaukee young people are struggling to survive without it. By investing in housing and upstream prevention, Pathfinders ensures greater stability for young people, both today and throughout their lifetimes.

Unhoused youth struggle to get help. They are constantly in survival mode and their finances are tight. Financial donations allow Pathfinders to offer services to youth free of charge, removing barriers to their healing and thriving. Loyal Pathfinders’ supporters enjoy access to small, exclusive events where they deepen their understanding of youth homelessness and learn about opportunities to make a difference.

Pathfinders’ goal is to meet youth’s urgent housing needs and help them thrive long-term. Programs include housing, emergency shelter, street outreach, day shelter, mental health and anti-sexual violence services. Pathfinders works with about 1,000 young people on-site annually, plus 5,000 through street outreach.

Pathfinders’ donors get creative; in addition to one-time and ongoing financial donations, they host fundraising events like fashion and comedy shows, bake sales, birthday parties and even a spooky Halloween house! Learn more at PathfindersMKE.org/donate.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

GIVING OPPORTUNITIES

Individual, family and group volunteers are invited to make dinner for our young people and get to know them around the table in our day shelter. Volunteers also help with gardening and organizing our clothing bank.

Your donation helps Pathfinders provide thoughtful, effective services to more unhoused youth in Milwaukee. By including a bequest for Pathfinders in your will or trust, you ensure we can provide services for as long as young people need us.

Long-term volunteers help at our shelter and provide after-hours, on-call support for young people who’ve been sexually assaulted as they navigate medical visits and law enforcement interviews. No experience necessary; training provided. Learn more at PathfindersMKE.org/ volunteer.

In-kind donations of home essentials, cold weather gear, age-appropriate clothing and new, full-size hygiene items help our young people feel comfortable and cared for, reducing expenses so our budget can go further. More information at PathfindersMKE.org/donate.

EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP BOARD OF DIRECTORS Chuck Moyer (Board Chair) ★

Ramel Bly

Laura Emir

William Olivier

Marco Briceno

Wilton Johnson

Dakota Hall (Treasurer) ★

Tayotis Caldwell, MS

Ariam Kesete

Laura Gramling Perez (Secretary) ★

Margaret Crowley

Carla Nealy

Alice Ambrowiak

LaVerne Davis

Community Volunteer

(Board Vice Chair) ★

Bridge Builders

Alliance for Youth Organizing Milwaukee County Circuit Court

Tim Baack, MS, LPC President & CEO

DeShanda Williams-Clark, MSCP Chief Program Officer

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Baird

City of Milwaukee Liberty Mutual

MPS, Oliver Wendell Holmes School Community Volunteer Town Bank

LJE Consulting Running Rebels

AK Development

Perspectives Counseling and Clinical Consultation Agency

Tim Baack, MS, LPC (President & CEO) ★ Pathfinders

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For unhoused young adults, a home is EVERYTHING. It is safety, warmth, privacy, security. It’s a place where you can find, maybe for the first time, a sense of self-worth, of having value. Nearly 12,000 youth and young adults aged 10-24 experience homelessness annually in Milwaukee. Homelessness is complex but the solution is simple: provide housing. That’s what Pathfinders is doing. Join us.

Scan to donate, volunteer & learn more. Or contact us at development@PathfindersMKE.org

“There’s so much I missed being homeless… I’ve technically started my life over like six times. But I’m not starting over any more. This is it... I’m home.” – A Pathfinders Youth

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MIS SION PEARLS for Teen Girls is improving quality of life and strengthening our community one girl at a time by empowering young women and gender-expansive youth with self-development tools, guidance and support to strive for better, brighter futures by living out the PEARLS values: Personal Responsibility, Empathy, Awareness, Respect, Leadership and Support.

PE A RLS FO R TE E N GI R LS ADDRESS: 1805 N Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr,

Milwaukee, WI 53212

PHONE: (414) 265-7555 WEBSITE: pearlsforteengirls.com TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 25 ANNUAL REVENUE: $2,089,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1993 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/pearlsforteengirls X: @pearls_mke

SE RVIC E A RE A PEARLS for Teen Girls serves girls 5th-12th grade in schools and community centers throughout the Greater Milwaukee Area.

T O P FU NDING S O UR C E S

 Foundations .........................................................21%  Individuals............................................................ 19%  Special Events/Campaigns............................ 27%  Corporations ..........................................................3%  Public Funding ...................................................... 7%  Organizations ........................................................5%  Earned Income .....................................................3%  Restricted .............................................................15%

GOALS

F U ND RAISING /E VE NTS

Each year we reinforce and refine our holistic development curriculum and strengthen our partnerships with schools, community organizations, businesses, and individuals. This year, some of our specific objectives include: • Diversify our programming models by offering Drop-In Sessions and Special Events for girls at different schools and community centers. • Continue to build partnerships across Milwaukee-area school districts and community centers so we can ensure PEARLS is an option in every girl’s life. • Re-engage PEARLS Alumnae to support them and provide opportunities like employment, volunteering, and coaching. • Build and deepen our partnerships with the corporate community through investment and volunteering opportunities.

Every year the PEARLS team puts on events that are worthy of our incredible PEARLS girls. There are two fundraising events, one in Fall and one in Spring, designed to support our mission. Our other events are for PEARLS girls to celebrate the hard work they put into becoming their best selves.

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GIV ING OPPORTUNI TI E S

Share your time, skills, and experiences to directly inspire and uplift young girls and empower the next generation of women. Help us create the leaders of tomorrow. Get in touch for the following opportunities at info@pearlsforteengirls.com: • Ad Hoc Committees (special events, marketing and communications) • Specialized Professional Services (legal, accounting, photography, facilitation) • Event Host (employee retreats, symposia for PEARLS girls; job shadow experience hosts)

Help Girls Thrive, Not Just Survive.

Inspired to Lead - April 17th, 2025 Save the date for Inspired to Lead (ITL), our biggest fundraiser where we aim to raise $300,000 to support our mission. At this event, we celebrate what our girls do and spotlight stories that show the true impact of PEARLS.

PEARLS has a transformative impact in the lives of girls, their families and communities. Dreaming about the future is a right all young people deserve. • Donate: Your financial support is crucial in providing life-changing programs for girls and genderexpansive youth. Visit pearlsforteengirls.com/donate • Sponsor our Inspired to Lead Gala: For more information events@pearlsforteengirls.com • Partner with PEARLS: Help us continue to bring high quality programming to Milwaukee.

EXEC U TI VE L E AD E RSH I P BOARD OF D IRECT ORS Jennifer Dirks (Board Chair) ★ TEMPO Milwaukee

Margaret Henningsen (Secretary) ★ Community Volunteer

Tressa Knutson Bruggink (Chair of Marketing and Communications Committee) ★ Rockwell Automation

Dr. Tiffany Tardy President & CEO

Jennifer Dirks Board Chair

Anne Chapman

(Chair of Programming Committee) ★ WASBO

★ DENOTES EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP

Caitlin Cullen

(Chair of Fund Development) ★ Kinship Community Food Center

Erin Jelenchick

(Chair of Finance Committee) ★ Baird

Kristen DeCato

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Luke Kasten

Lori Richards

Yhadira Ruiz

Vanaya Grice

Willnette Honey

Carmen Decot

Tiffany Henry

Alverno College and LACCS Mueller Communications Northwestern Mutual

Versiti

Foley & Lardner LLP

LaNelle D. Ramey

Bridget Donahue

MENTOR Greater Milwaukee

Prolink (Healthcare)

Rachel Idso

Ebony Lewis

Amazon

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Johnson Financial BMO

Northwestern Mutual Sen. Baldwin Office

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When girls win, we all win. In 31 years we've served 12,000 + Girls

100% of PEARLS Girls Graduate High School

For every $1 invested in PEARLS

$11

returns to MKE

In 2024-25 we will serve

in MKE schools and community centers

$1.4k funds 1 girl for one year

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Girls

Your Investment will allow us to

Grow & Sustain

for years to come!

YOUR INVESTMENT WILL EMPOWER GIRLS TO TRANSFORM THEIR LIVES, THEIR FAMILIES, AND OUR COMMUNITY. www.pearlsforteengirls.com

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MIS SION To catalyze transformative change in low-income communities through a scalable and sustainable public school model that propels student achievement, develops exceptional educators, and partners with parents who enable high-quality public schools to thrive in their community.

RO C KE T SHIP PUBL I C S C H O O LS M ILWA U KE E ADDRESS: 3003 W Cleveland Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53215 PHONE: (414) 455-3539 WEBSITE: rocketshipschools.org/area/milwaukee TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 75 ANNUAL REVENUE: $13 million YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2013 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/RocketshipSchools X: @RocketshipEd

SE RVIC E A RE A Public charter school serving students in grades K4-5th.

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 Public Funding - State ................................... 70%  Public Funding - Federal ................................ 25%  Philanthropy...........................................................5%

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At Rocketship Public Schools, we believe in the infinite possibility of human potential. We believe that every student deserves the right to dream, to discover, and to develop their unique potential. And it is our responsibility and our privilege to unleash the potential inside every Rocketeer we serve. Our non-profit network of public elementary charter schools propels student achievement, develops exceptional educators, and partners with parents who enable high-quality public schools to thrive in their community.

We welcome you to join us for a school visit! During a school visit you will see our inspiring morning full school assembly, tour classrooms, and sit down with Rocketship Parents. School visits are led by our Executive Director, Kadeem Gill.

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Join our movement and support our work as a volunteer! We welcome community members getting involved with our schools through time spent volunteering on campus or board service. If you are interested in getting involved we look forward to speaking with you more about how you would like to support!

Rocketship welcomes donations to our Milwaukee region. Your gift will go directly to supporting our students and families. give.rocketshipschools.org

EXEC U TI VE L E AD E RSH I P BOARD OF D IRECT ORS Brian Kilb

(Achievement Committee Chair) ★ Former Managing Partner, New Schools Venture Fund

Retired, Investment Services

Christie Carrino Godfrey & Kahn

Loren Morris ★

Ken Kumer ★

Northwestern Mutual

Retired, SCJ

Kristen Lozada Morgan Daniels Fund

Kadeem Leon Gill Executive Director

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Skip McGregor ★ Operose Advisors

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Deborah McGriff

(Board Chair) ★

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Mike Nguyen ★

Tim Sheehy

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Gisela Terner ★

Gisela Terner Educational Consulting

Ralph Weber ★

Marquette University

Teach for America Milwaukee

Quentin Prince Journey House

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Rocketship Milwaukee launched in 2013 with the largest charter school opening in the history of Milwaukee. We now serve over 740 students across the city of Milwaukee, with 420 students at our Southside campus and 320 students at our Northside campus. Rocketship is nationally recognized as a high quality charter organization with a proven model that leads students to

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higher academic achievement. At Rocketship Public Schools, we are unleashing potential.

What Makes Rocketship Unique • Milwaukee Rocketeers Outperform Peers • Inclusion Based Special Education • Social Emotional Learning & Trauma Informed Care • Parent Power & Parent Organizing Committee Rocketship Southside Community Prep: 3003 W Cleveland Ave, Milwaukee, WI 53215 Rocketship Transformation Prep: 5501 N 68th St, Milwaukee, WI 53218

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MIS SION To keep families together and promote the health and well-being of children.

Eastern Wisconsin RO N A L D M C DO N AL D H O USE C H AR I TI E S ® E ASTE RN W I SC O N SI N ADDRESS: 8948 Watertown Plank Rd,

Milwaukee, WI 53226

PHONE: (414) 475-5333 WEBSITE: rmhc-easternwi.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 47 ANNUAL REVENUE: $4,200,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1984 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/RMHCMilwaukee

SE RVIC E A RE A We serve families with sick or injured children from across the state, the country and around the world seeking medical treatment at area partner hospitals.

T O P FU NDING S O UR C E S  General Fundraising & Events .......................51%  General Donations & Capital Campaign ..............................................................41%  McDonald’s Donation Boxes & Round Up for RMHC .......................................................... 7%  Room Donations ................................................... 1%

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RMHC® Eastern Wisconsin creates, identifies and supports programs that directly improve the health and well-being of children and their families. Our vision is to be an inclusive community where all children facing healthcare needs and their families benefit from our compassionate support. Our Ronald McDonald Family Room® on the Oconomowoc campus of Rogers Behavioral Health allows us to expand our mission beyond the walls of our Milwaukee House. With the help of more than 350 dedicated volunteers, we have supported more than 52,000 family stays.

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Volunteers are the heart of our House. Opportunities include one-time help at an event or regular shifts at the House or Family Room. Committee and Board of Director opportunities are also available.

RMHC® Eastern Wisconsin relies on generous donors like you! It costs just over $110 per night for a family to stay, yet we suggest a donation of just $20 per night. No family is ever turned away for their inability to pay.

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rmhc-easternwi.org/how-to-help/donate

Chefs’ Dinner Food & Families Spring Luncheon Tab Toss Day Golfing Fore Our Families Gala Bubbles & Bags Fashion Show & Luncheon Harmonies for Hope Christmas Fantasy House

Contact Bridget Kesner, Development Director, at (414) 935-6511 for more information on how to give to the House.

EXEC U TI VE L E AD E RSH I P BOARD OF D IRECT ORS Josh Carlson

Dennis W. Buchan

Steve Kilian

David Frieder

Jennifer Grayson

Ryan Larson

(Board Vice Chair) ★ BMO Harris Bank (Treasurer) ★ U.S. Bank

Robert Lehr (Secretary) ★

BMO Harris Bank

Laurie Bertrand President & CEO

Lindsey Pearson Board Chair

Julie Albrecht

Better Business Bureau

Peter J. Bartz MD Children’s Wisconsin

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Elkhorn Chemical & Packaging

Baird Institutional Equities & Research

Andrea Jonas

Moroch Partners

Todd Jones

Northwestern Mutual

Rashi Khosla

MARS Solutions Group

Kilian Management Services, Inc.

Matthew Peschke

Scott M. Turner

Melanie Ricks

Mark Welle

Marcus Hotels & Resorts

McDonald’s

Good Karma Brands and Milwaukee Bucks

Jamie Logsdon

Jeff Ripple

Cindy Meyer

Jeff Steren

Stacey Murphy

Mike Timmers

SG2

Rogers Behavioral Health Experienced HR Professional

Children’s Wisconsin Schreiber Foods

Gary Zimmerman

Creative Business Interiors

AbbVie

McDonald’s

Kraus-Anderson Construction

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40 Years of Keeping Families Together In 1984, our 25-room Ronald McDonald House opened its doors for the first time to families in need, providing accommodations for 770 nights. Thanks to thousands of volunteers, generous donors and a dedicated community of support, we have expanded to 84 rooms, enhanced our meal program and opened a Ronald McDonald Family Room® at Rogers Behavioral Health to support families facing mental and behavioral health concerns. Despite the changes, we remain committed to our mission and grateful to all of those who have helped us serve nearly 55,000 families. We are proud to be known as “The House that Love Built®!”

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MISSION Running Rebels guides Milwaukee youth into adulthood through mentoring, positive programming, and community connection.

RUNNING REBELS COMMUNITY ORGANIZATION ADDRESS: 225 W Capitol Dr, Milwaukee, WI 53212 PHONE: (414) 264-8222 WEBSITE: runningrebels.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 100 ANNUAL REVENUE: $5,616,800 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1980 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/RunningRebels

SE RVIC E A RE A Running Rebels serves the young people of Milwaukee, WI starting at age 12 and typically up until age 21, but we have no formal age limit.

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 Milwaukee County ...........................................38%  State of Wisconsin ............................................. 7%  Milwaukee Public Schools ............................ 26%  Contributions & Donations ............................15%  City of Milwaukee ...............................................3%  Other ...................................................................... 11%

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FUNDRAISING/EVENTS

• Connect each youth with a compassionate and professional adult mentor • Create safe out-of-school time environments for Milwaukee’s youth • Help youth set and achieve their personal and academic goals • Teach youth how to build quality relationships • Help youth increase their self-confidence • Teach youth about all aspects of their personal health and wellness • Equip youth with the tools for employment and entrepreneurship • Improve academic performance through tutoring and mentorship • Provide youth with opportunities to discover and explore their passions • Connect young people to their community in a meaningful way

Each fall Running Rebels hosts our annual EPIC Evening, a celebration of our legacy and the work we’ve done over the last 40+ years with Milwaukee’s youth and families. Guests of this special night will have the chance to meet Rebel youth, hear meaningful stories of our impact, and watch performances from Rebel artists. To sponsor/donate to this event, please contact: development@runningrebels.org. Thank you so much!

GIVING OPPORTUNITIES Donate online anytime via runningrebels.org/donate.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

You can also send a check, made out to Running Rebels, to our 225 W Capitol Dr address.

For current volunteer opportunities, please contact our main office at 414-264-8222.

During the holidays, we also accept new, unwrapped gifts to give away to young people at our annual holiday party.

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Fred Tabak

Clifton Phelps

Thomas Melton

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Rodney Harris

Carolyn Crivello (Secretary) ★

Tiffany Wynn

Erin Miles

Nicholas Ramos

Shoreview Legal LLC Founder & Executive Director

Tabak Law

Michael Coyne (Treasurer) ★ BMO

Victor Barnett

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US Bank

State of WI House of Corrections (Retired) Ascension Health Wisconsin Democracy Campaign

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MIS SION 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 in a Christ-centered environment.

SE T O N CATHO LI C S C H O O LS ADDRESS: PO Box 070912, Milwaukee, WI 53207 PHONE: (414) 831-8400 WEBSITE: setoncatholicschools.com TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 450 ANNUAL REVENUE: $40,000,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2015 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/SetonSchoolsMilwaukee X: @SetonSchoolsMKE

SE RVIC E A RE A Seton Catholic Schools serves 3,600 students in 3K 8th grade across 14 schools in Greater Milwaukee.

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Our goal is to prepare all of our students to be academically, socially and spiritually ready for high-quality high schools and beyond. Our students are very diverse and nearly 85% of Seton students are economically disadvantaged.

A gift to Seton Catholic Schools is an investment in highquality, 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

 Tuition and Voucher ........................................85%  Fundraising ...........................................................5%  Parish Support .................................................... 2%  Other ...................................................................... 8%

Our funding priorities are: • Funding for The Seton Difference Campaign including: • Making a Seton Education Possible for All Students • Enhancing Our Catholic Identity and Academic Excellence • Recruiting and Retaining Top Talent • Building Communities and Families • Revitalizing Our School Facilities • Scholarships for Seton students • Sponsorship of events

EXEC U TI VE L E AD E RSH I P BOARD OF D IRECT ORS Most Reverend Jerome E. Listecki

Very Reverend Javier I. Bustos

Ariel Gutierrez

Kristine A. Rappe’

Timothy P. Hanley, CPA

(Board Chair) ★

Brian Couch (ex officio)

Very Reverend Timothy L. Kitzke

James F. Stern, Esq.

Thomas B. Schreibel

Jay C. Mack

(Board Vice Chair) ★

Joan A. Shafer

Bridie A. Mooney

Brian P. Kennedy, CPA (Board Treasurer) ★

John Stollenwerk, Jr.

Richard L. Schmidt, Jr.

Rana H. Altenburg (Board Secretary) ★

Sister Mary Diez, SSSF

Portia Young

Jon F. Baranko

Rachel English, M.D.

Christopher P. Brown, CPA, MBA (ex officio)

Ed Foy (ex officio)

(ex officio) ★

Bruce G. Arnold, Esq.

Brian Couch

President and CEO

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THE SETON FAMILY OF CATHOLIC SCHOOLS 3,600 STUDENTS. 14 SCHOOLS. ONE FAMILY. Seton Catholic Schools • Catholic East Elementary School

• St. Adalbert School

• St. Rafael the Archangel School

• Northwest Catholic School

• St. Charles Borromeo School

• St. Roman Parish School

• Mary Queen of Saints Catholic Academy • Our Lady Queen of Peace Catholic School • Prince of Peace School

• St. Catherine Catholic School • St. Margaret Mary School

• St. Thomas Aquinas Academy

• St. Mary of Czestochowa School

• St. Rose of Lima School

Your gifts make a Seton education possible for our students!

S E TON

SPONSORED BY:

CATHOLIC SCHOOLS

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MISSION To be a vibrant destination expanding, inspiring, and delivering a lifetime of arts education and experiences.

SHARON LYNNE WILSON CENTER FOR THE ARTS ADDRESS: 3270 Mitchell Park Dr, Brookfield, WI 53045 PHONE: (262) 439-5684 WEBSITE: wilson-center.com TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 13 ANNUAL REVENUE: $2,505,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1999 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/wilsoncenter

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FUNDRAISING/EVENTS

Serving Southeast Wisconsin. The Center is a multidisciplinary nonprofit, cultural arts facility situated in a 400-acre park in Brookfield, welcoming more than 52,000 people annually, including more than 10,000 students.

The goal of the Wilson Center is to be recognized as an essential resource by the regional community (educators, art collaborators, artists, attendees, students), valued for art education and experiences.

LITERARY LUNCH - OCTOBER 2025 Event features a living history portrayal of notable women in the literary arts world.

T O P FU NDING S O UR C E S

 Performance and Related Revenue ........... 33%  Facility Lease and Rental Revenue ............. 22%  Educational Program Revenu ..........................6%  Capital Project Funding .....................................2%  Contributed Funding ........................................ 33%  Investment and Interest Earnings.................4%

Through arts education programs and year-round visual art classes and art exhibitions, the Wilson Center promotes lifelong learning for students of all ages and artistic abilities. The outdoor artistic landscape of the Lynn Chappy ArtsPark, joins nature and art in ways that are designed to educate and inspire our shared community. The Wilson Center shares with audiences of all ages the endless possibilities of imagination and artistic invention.

BIG EVENT GALA - JUNE 7, 2025 Honors a leader whose philanthropic commitment to regional collaboration has created a higher standard of excellence in arts and arts education, and honors a local community nonprofit for their work toward Educational Excellence. GOLF CLASSIC - AUGUST 11, 2025 A “day of play” at one of the area’s beautiful golf clubs. Proceeds support the work of bringing our community together through the power of music, dance, theatre, visual arts, literary arts, and more!

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We offer volunteer opportunities for both adults and teens through ushering performances and visual arts assistants. Teens can volunteer for our summer arts camps and in the Kids Zone during our Starry Nights summer concerts. To volunteer, please go to: wilson-center.com/volunteer

Supporting the Wilson Center ensures that a highquality, diverse, visual and performing arts education and entertainment opportunities continue to be accessible to the community. Your gifts help bring performances to our stage, educational opportunities to students, visual arts to the community, maintain our incredible Arts Park, and more. Support our mission with: • Individual contribution • Corporate sponsorship • Underwriting education and community programs • Supporting our annual fundraisers

EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP

Arts

BOARD OF DIRECTORS Steve Lockwood

Katharine Otto Lockwood

Mark Krause

Christopher Sauvé

David Konkel

Dr. Matthew H. Gibson

Christopher M. Foley

Clare Reardon

Carrie G. Matteson

Margie Heyworth

ASC Engineered Solutions Krause Funeral Home and Cremation Services Godfrey & Kahn S.C. Attorney P4 Infrastructure

Sandy Wysocki Executive Director

Steve Lockwood Board Chair

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Fiber-Seal of Milwaukee, retired

CREATiVE JUiCES DESiGN CO.

VJS Construction Services, Inc. Elmbrook School District, Retired Milwaukee Health Care Partnership, Retired

Members at Large: Chuck Bloom Vicki L. Dallmann-Papke Mark Hansen Jay Hill Mark Kindler Jerry Mellone Jennifer Quadracci

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INSPIRING A LIFELONG LOVE OF THE ARTS ARTS EDUCATION I ARTS CAMP I VISUAL ARTS CLASSES I MUSICAL & DANCE PERFORMANCES I ART EXHIBITS I PRIVATE EVENTS The Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts is a multidisciplinary non-profit cultural arts facility. At the Wilson Center,

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we broaden community access to the arts. We impact the lives of more than 55,000 people every year, including more than 10,000 students–many of whom are experiencing the arts for the first time. Our mission is to be a vibrant destination expanding, inspiring, and delivering a lifetime of arts education and experiences! When you support the Wilson Center, you become a partner in this work, assuring a future of inspiration and creativity for our community.

Arts Camp

Art Exhibits

Literary Luncheon

Free Family Art

Music Classes

Curriculum Based Theater

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MISSION SHARP partners with educators to foster a love of learning and brighten children’s futures through innovative STEAM-based experiential programs.

SHARP LITERACY ADDRESS: 5775 N Glen Park Rd, #202

Milwaukee, WI 53209 PHONE: (414) 410-3200 WEBSITE: sharpliteracy.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 9 full time, 12 part time ANNUAL REVENUE: $1,610,876 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1996 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/SharpLiteracy X: @sharp_literacy LINKEDIN: linkedin.com/company/sharp-literacy INSTAGRAM: @sharp_literacy

SE RVIC E A RE A SHARP Literacy serves urban elementary students in grades K3 – 5 in Milwaukee, Waukesha and Racine.

T O P FU NDING S O UR C E S

 Grants ................................................................... 52%  Other Fundraising .............................................30%  Investment Income ...........................................14%  Contributions .........................................................4%

GOALS

FUNDRAISING/EVENTS

SHARP provides students from underserved communities with the tools to best set them for success now and in the future. From the fundamentals of coding to video game design, our re-envisioned curriculum integrates social-emotional learning and STEAM fundamentals with dynamic, hands-on learning opportunities. Continued funding ensures over 8,000 students (and counting!) build essential technical and critical thinking skills at no cost to our partner schools.

There are many ways to support the SHARP mission through our fundraising events: A Novel Event, Unwrapped MKE, and Unwrapped Waukesha. Volunteers, sponsors, and auction item donors are welcome for all events.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES SHARP offers volunteer opportunities at events, programs and activities. Volunteers assist with classroom workshops and on educational tours, serve as mentors and evaluators for student competitions and work with students on community art projects.

GIVING OPPORTUNITIES 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: •Corporate matching gift programs •Transferring of securities •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.

EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP BOARD OF DIRECTORS George Baumann (Chair) ★

Linda Fischer

Jan Lennon

Omar Shaikh

Meghan Slocum

Thomas Gale

Brittany Lopez Naleid

Candace Spears

Bob Hau

P. Michael Mahoney

Dean Stier

Tom Hecht

Dan Meyer

Nick Sullivan

Patrick Henderson

Tom Mroczkowski

Wendell Willis

Randal Hopper

Jim Mueller

Johnny Zizzo

George Justice

Amanda Porterfield

Matthew Katz

Deborah Roesner

Hannah Kitzerow

Andrea Schloemer

(Vice Chair) ★

Schuyler File (Secretary) ★ Todd Clemens (Treasurer) ★ Jason Allen Lori Bechthold Ms. Lynda Kohler Welsh President & CEO

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Jackie Bulkowski James Burke

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THE FUTURE OF LEARNING

CodeBaby is revolutionizing how kids learn by integrating interactive 3D avatars into SHARP Literacy’s curriculum. Through our technology, students can engage with STEAM subjects in a way that feels personal, immersive, and fun. Our 3D avatars help students visualize complex concepts, ask questions, and explore topics in real-time, making learning both accessible and inspiring for all. With SHARP Literacy, we’re breaking down barriers in education and giving kids tools to thrive in a tech-driven world.

AT CODEBABY, WE’RE MORE THAN AVATARS. WE’RE MENTORS, GUIDES, AND PARTNERS IN EMPOWERING STUDENTS TO LEARN AND SUCCEED. PERSONALIZED LEARNING

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AI adapts lessons to each student’s needs, helping them learn at their own pace.

AI gives under-resourced students access to personalized education resources and support.

BOOSTING ENGAGEMENT

REAL-TIME FEEDBACK

AI avatars make learning fun, engaging students through interactive, relatable lessons.

AI provides instant feedback, helping students learn faster and improve performance. WWW.CODEBABY.COM

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MIS SION SHE RM A N PHO E N I X F O UN DATI O N

Sherman Phoenix is a Milwaukee-based non-profit organization whose mission is to revitalize and uplift Milwaukee’s community of color through cultural celebration, entrepreneurship support, and wellness resources.

ADDRESS: 3536 W Fond Du Lac Ave,

Milwaukee, WI 53216

PHONE: (414) 436-6087 WEBSITE: shermanphoenix.com TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 4 ANNUAL REVENUE: $1,191,147 (FY 2023) YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2020 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/theshermanphoenix

SE RVIC E A RE A Sherman Park Neighborhood and Greater Milwaukee Area

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 Foundation & Corporate Gifts ...................... 45%  Government Grants ..........................................46%  Sponsorships & Other Contributions............ 7%  Earned Revenue ...................................................2%

Sherman Phoenix sets goals within each of our strategies: • Economic Equity and Empowerment | Increase minority business ownership, create jobs, and improve financial literacy. • Entrepreneurship and Small Business Success | Improve startup success rate, support business growth, and nurture and expand entrepreneurship ecosystem impact. • Cultural and Economic Vibrancy | Curate community events of impact, increase community engagement, and promote artistic expression through programming focused on three pillars: financial, physical, and mental wellness.

Sherman Phoenix’s programs create economic opportunity and social impact. We welcome corporate partnerships, sponsorships, and charitable giving for operations as well as programming and events, including Phoenix Rising, Women and Moms Entrepreneurship Network, Youth Trap Therapy, Front Porch Live Music Series, Youth Wellness Day, Community Baby Shower, National Night Out, Homeowner Workshops, Family Karaoke, Wellness Checks, Father’s Day Swings for Kings, Women’s History Month Tea, STEAM and Dream, and our annual event, The Retreat.

In addition, our goals include several capital improvements to the Marketplace.

We love to meet individually with those interested in our shared vision and give tours of the Sherman Phoenix Marketplace. Come feel the Sherman Phoenix Effect!

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Volunteers make a meaningful impact at Sherman Phoenix by mentoring aspiring entrepreneurs, helping with financial literacy workshops, or supporting community events that celebrate diverse cultures. We welcome assistance with organizing fundraisers or providing technical expertise to small businesses. Our volunteers lend their time and skills to empower individuals, promote economic equity, and enhance community vibrancy. We also look for volunteers for our larger events, such as National Night Out, Youth Wellness Day, and The Retreat.

A gift to Sherman Phoenix helps ensure that we remain vibrant, financially strong, responsive to the needs of our community. Businesses and individuals can help by: • Donating online • Engaging employees through workplace giving • Planning an estate gift • Sponsoring an event

EXEC U TI VE L E AD E RSH I P BOARD OF D IRECT ORS Dina Abercrombie

Dr. Damira Grady (Board President) ★

Danielle Bly

Sherri Jordan (Board Secretary) ★

Ramel Bly

Leana Nakielski (Treasurer) ★

Charlotte Cannon-Sain

Shakia Smith

Noleta Franz

Korbey White (Board Vice President) ★

Northwestern Mutual WEC Energy Group

City of Milwaukee Department of Public Works Nonprofit Executive

Dr. Stacia Thompson President & CEO

Romero McCants

Director of Operations & Engagement

★ DENOTES EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP

Northwestern Mutual

Madison Area Technical College Envision the Ladder LLC

American Family Insurance Scott-Johnson & Smith LLP State of Wisconsin

Deidre Garret

Goodwill Industries of Southeastern Wisconsin and Metropolitan Chicago

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Sherman Phoenix is a thriving entrepreneurial hub fostering unity in community. Join Us! You play a role in ensuring the long-term success of Sherman Phoenix. Please consider supporting Sherman Phoenix in the following ways: •

Consider a charitable gift supporting our sustainability and growth plan – ensuring that Sherman Phoenix can continue its work now and into the future.

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Attend upcoming events and support Sherman Phoenix entrepreneurs and businesses. Doing business with our businesses helps build momentum!

For more information, please contact us at info@shermanphoenix.com.

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MIS SION To transform lives impacted by domestic violence.

SOJO U RN E R FAM I LY PE AC E C E N TE R ADDRESS: 619 W Walnut St, Milwaukee, WI 53212 PHONE: (414) 276-1911 WEBSITE: familypeacecenter.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 104 ANNUAL REVENUE: $10,728,580 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1975 FACEBOOK: @SojournerMKE

SE RVIC E A RE A Milwaukee and surrounding counties

T O P FU NDING S O UR C E S

 Private Donations ........................................ 54.6%  Public Governmental Grants .................... 28.2%  Fundraising Events ......................................... 6.6%  Investment Returns ........................................ 3.7%  Other ................................................................... 6.9%

GOALS

F U ND RAISING /E VE NTS

To help families affected by domestic violence achieve safety, justice, and well-being.

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Shelter Hotline Gifts-in-kind coordination Hygiene and diaper drives Shelter and support group meals Office support Ground maintenance

Financial support Volunteering Item drives (hygiene products, bedding, clothing, etc.) Be the Light Sponsorship Meal donation or preparation

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Carmen Pitre President & CEO

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Emily Fons

Board President

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Emily Fons (President) ★

Cecelia Gore (Past President)

Marylou Schirpke

Carlene Julius (Vice President) ★

Holly Haseley

Thelma Sias

Jackie Heard

Dessa Johnson (Member-At-Large)

Jennifer Tate

Jeffrey Altenburg, (Secretary) ★

Abim Kolawole

Angela Pittman Taylor

Jim Orth (Treasurer) ★

James MacGillis

Oscar Tovar

Griselda Aldrete

Kim Murphy

Shary Tran

Dr. Erica Arrington

Tamara Ostling

Benjamin Wagner

Denita Ball

Megan Paulson

Taryn Webb

Jessica Bauer

Lindsay Punzenberger

Alexx Zawada

Betsy Brown

Angela Romersi

(Vice President) ★

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MISSION St. Augustine Preparatory Academy’s (Aug Prep) mission is to provide an exceptional, safe, and holistic K4-12 Christian education that develops our students to be tomorrow’s leaders. Aug Prep serves almost 2,200 students on the founding pillars of Faith, Family, Academics, and Athletics/Arts. With unwavering dedication to our mission, Aug Prep is shaping a generation of leaders who will inspire and transform the world with their integrity, courage, wisdom, and faith.

ST. AUGUSTINE PREPARATORY ADDRESS: 2607 S 5th St, Milwaukee, WI 53207 PHONE: (414) 810-1380 WEBSITE: augprep.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 300 ANNUAL REVENUE: $29,639,619 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2017

SE RVIC E A RE A Aug Prep serves over 1,500 families from 49 Milwaukee-area zip codes.

T O P FU NDING S O UR C E S

 Government .................................................... 79.3%  Student Fee and Tuition ............................... 0.4%  Contributions .................................................. 18.2%  Programs ........................................................... 0.4%  Investments ....................................................... 1.7%

GOALS

FUNDRAISING/EVENTS

Aug Prep’s Board of Directors and Senior Leadership Team determine five-year key strategies, below are the goals aligned with our key strategies: Academics: Annually achieve “significantly exceeds expectations” on WI State Report Card. Growth: Grow to serve 2,400 students at the South Campus and 320 students at the North Campus for the 2026-27 school year. Whole Child: Annual student re-enrollment exceeding 90% and student attendance of >95%. Team: >90% annual staff retention. Future: >85% of Aug Prep graduates matriculate to a 2- or 4-year college, apprenticeship, or military opportunity with >75% persisting through post-secondary program graduation.

• Annual Scholarship Gala: May 9, 2025 • Senior Portfolio Presentations: March 2025 • Golf Outing: July 2025 Our scholarship gala and golf event are great ways to support Aug Prep and enjoy some fun. Senior Portfolios are a wonderful opportunity to see the impact of an Aug Prep education on a graduating senior. At this event, seniors present their Aug Prep experience and what they hope to accomplish after they graduate to a panel of professionals and receive feedback that will prepare them for their next step toward college and/or future careers.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

GIVING OPPORTUNITIES

Community support ensures our students receive a high-quality education that prepares them for life after graduation. We are always looking to partner with businesses and individuals who want to invest in our students and their future financially and through volunteerism. There is a wide range of ways volunteers can engage at Aug Prep from reading to a classroom, hosting students at your business, sharing about your professional journey, or participating in our Senior Portfolio Presentations.

Our success is made possible through the generous support of donations, grants, and event sponsorships. To provide a comprehensive and rigorous education, we invest an additional $2,500 scholarship per student beyond state funding. This ensures that students receive the resources and programming necessary to relentlessly pursue their potential. Beyond scholarships, we are happy to work with donors to support in a way that is most meaningful for them.

EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP BOARD OF DIRECTORS Gus Ramirez (Board Chair)

Eric Conley

Dr. Kristina Ropella

Abby Andrietsch

Hans Dawson

Dr. Jorge Saucedo

Steve Baas

Dr. Daniel W. Johnson

Cory Savage

Anna Baritt

Nathan R. Mathews

Julie Tolan

Gregg Bolt

Becky Ramirez

Brandon Wigley

Husco

(CEO) ★

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Abby Andrietsch CEO

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Matt Miller President

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★ DENOTES EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP

Retired HR Executive

Sentara

Lannon Stone

Wisconsin Lutheran College Quarles & Brady LLP

Ramirez Family Foundation

Marquette University

Medical College of Wisconsin Savage Solutions Lauber Business Partners Bader Philanthropies

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A FIRM FOUNDATION

96%

Student re-enrollment rate

$50M+

Awarded in scholarships to 350+ graduates

90%

First-generation graduates

AUG PREP SOUTH

Guided by our four pillars - Faith, Family, Academics, and Athletics/Arts - Aug Prep educates the whole child, equipping our students to become the leaders our city and world need. We are proud to be Milwaukee's #1 K4-12 school. 2607 S 5th St

TRANSFORMATIONAL GROWTH

OPENING Fall 2026

AUG PREP NORTH

We're expanding Aug Prep's impact with a new K4-12 school on Milwaukee’s north side. Our facilities will include classrooms to serve 1,000 students, STEM and science labs, small group support spaces, arts and athletics facilities, a college and career center, and spaces dedicated to strengthening our families and community. Join us as we Soar to New Heights!

$100M Campus transformation

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1,000 K4-12 students

6810 N Port Washington Rd

SOAR WITH US Scan the QR code, contact us at invest@augprep.org, or call 414-810-1554

THANK YOU TO OUR AD SPONSOR.

The Kieckhefer Group invests in education & character development at Aug Prep.

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MIS SION Inspired by the Franciscan Values of compassion, dignity and respect, we support persons with developmental and other challenges to achieve their highest quality of life, personal growth and spiritual awareness.

ST. C O L E T TA OF W I S C O N SI N ADDRESS: N4637 County Road Y, Jefferson, WI 53549 PHONE: (920) 674-4330 WEBSITE: stcolettawi.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 407 ANNUAL REVENUE: $26,000,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1904 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/stcolettawisc

SE RVIC E A RE A St. Coletta serves adults with developmental disabilities in the Greater Milwaukee Area, Waukesha and Jefferson Counties and Northern Illinois. We provide wrap-around care for school-aged children in New Berlin.

T O P FU NDING S O UR C E S

GOALS

F U ND RAISING /E VE NTS

Offering residential housing, vocational day programs, transportation, spiritual opportunities, recreational activities, educational classes, community employment, and job coaching, St. Coletta of Wisconsin provides unique and personal services to meet the needs of adults with developmental disabilities and other challenges.

At St. Coletta, we value and sincerely appreciate every corporate contribution that we receive. We actively seek sponsors for our family weekend or gala, event sponsorship or underwriting for our annual Milwaukee Admirals, Milwaukee Brewers or Lake Country Dockhounds games, and in-kind donations of new building materials, furniture, and vehicles.

Through dynamic partnerships, exceptional customer service, a demonstrated commitment to quality and spirituality, we will work with persons receiving services to achieve their best life possible.  Government Funding ....................................... 77%  Private Pay ............................................................ 8%  Fund Development ............................................14%  Other ........................................................................2%

With assistance from their families and funders, Case Coordinators are paired with individuals to create an individualized, custom plan that focuses on each person’s behavioral, medical, and particular needs and goals.

There are funding opportunities to expand programming areas at our new location in New Berlin. We are also open to grant opportunities and employer-matched gifts and are always looking to partner with organizations that can provide employment opportunities for those we serve.

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GIV ING OPPORTUNI TI E S

Getting to know St. Coletta is getting to know our closeknit family. Volunteering at St.Coletta comes in many forms and we are open to your ideas.

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Gala and Auction Sports and Event Outings Music and Pet Therapy Prom and Dances Apple Orchard and Community Garden

EXEC U TI VE L E AD E RSH I P BOARD OF D IRECT ORS Dr. Constantine Stamatelakys (Co-Chair) ★ Marquette University

Chris Nash (Co-Chair) ★ Century 21 Integrity Group

Brian Lanser (Vice Chair) ★

Retired Partner, Quarles & Brady

Graciela Colin-Dealca Ms. Robin Baker President and CEO

Ms. Sherri Whitmer

Vice President of Residential

Retired, University of Wisconsin, Whitewater – Center for Students with Disability

Joseph (Chip) Doering III Doering Fleet

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Chris Jauch

Robert Ross

Kelli Jones, Ph.D., RN, CPH

Sharon Thyne

Robert Kern

Jennifer Stollenwerk

Sr. Julianne Koch, OSF

Sisters of St. Francis of Assisi

Marla Michaelis

Sr. Joanne Schatzlein, OSF

Crescent Grove Advisors Marquette University, College of Nursing Retired, U.S. Bank Global Fund Services

Retired, Schneider-Michaelis Funeral Home

Retired, USDA Forest Products Retired, Psychotherapist (Secretary/Treasurer) ★

(Liaison to the Board)

T. Rowand Robinson, Ph.D.

University of Wisconsin, Whitewater

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During the holiday season, countless opportunities to give arise. This year, make a truly meaningful impact by supporting St. Coletta of Wisconsin. Your donation offers vital assistance and crucial support to adults with disabilities, empowering them to live fulfilling lives. For over 120 years, St. Coletta has been a cornerstone in our community, providing invaluable services rooted in the principles of compassion, dignity, and respect, as inspired by the Sisters of St. Francis of Assisi.

Give the gift of independence this holiday season and help adults with disabilities and seniors live lives of compassion, dignity and respect.

Give the Gift of

Independence!

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We support 231 individuals in forty-two St. Coletta-operated homes across Southeastern Wisconsin, the Greater Milwaukee Area, and Northern Illinois. These homes offer group living with varying levels of care, from intermittent support to 24-hour care, helping people with disabilities to live as independently as possible.

The Genesis Day Program focuses on developing the skills, behaviors, and attitudes necessary for participants to become independent, responsible, and valued members of their communities.

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A specialized day program designed to enhance the lives of our senior participants while helping them maintain their independence within the community. Golden Options provides high-quality social, nutritional, and daily living services in a supportive and stimulating environment, ensuring that seniors thrive. The program also offers respite care and is VA-certified, providing an additional layer of support for families and caregivers.

Through the Excel Day Program, participants are encouraged to grow personally and develop essential life skills that foster independence, responsibility, and community engagement.

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MISSION At St. Francis Children’s Center, our mission is to serve and educate children with special needs in inclusive environments, enabling them to reach their greatest potential.

ST. FRANCIS CHILDREN’S CENTER ADDRESS: 6700 N Port Washington Rd

Milwaukee, WI 53217

PHONE: (414) 351-0450 WEBSITE: sfcckids.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 79 ANNUAL REVENUE: $5,000,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1968 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/SFCCkids INSTAGRAM: @sfcc_kids

SE RVIC E A RE A SFCC is a not-for-profit social services agency that serves over 1,200 children annually throughout Milwaukee County through Birth to Three early intervention services, Children’s Long-Term Support service coordination, Early Childhood Education and free programming for families through the Family Activity Center.

T O P FU NDING S O UR C E S

 Tuition.................................................................... 29%  Government Contracts .................................. 61%  Grants ......................................................................4%  Special Events .....................................................4%  Other Revenue .....................................................2%

GOALS

FUNDRAISING/EVENTS

SFCC was founded in 1968 by co-founders Sister Joanne Marie Kleibhan and Mr. Eli Tash as a unique Center for inclusive education and services for children with special needs to learn alongside their typically developing peers. Over the past 55+ years, the education and services we provide have adapted to meet the needs of our community, and our vision that “all children can learn if we can learn how to teach them” remains strong.

Support us by sponsoring the Leading Lights-Roaring Nights 2025 Greater Milwaukee Auto Show Gala February 21, 2025. Our annual wine, beer, chocolate tasting “Pours for a Purpose” returns in 2025 as well. If you’re interested in attending or sponsoring an event, please contact Natoya Jackson at njackson@sfcckids.org. Click the DONATE button online at sfcckids.org

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

GIVING OPPORTUNITIES

St. Francis Children’s Center offers fulfilling volunteer opportunities that help contribute to the success of our organization and the children we serve.

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Here are some of our current opportunities: • Classroom Assistants in our Early Childhood Education • Family Activity Center Aide • Special Events • Maintenance and buildings and grounds projects

In-Kind Donations Employer Matching Gifts Gifts of Stock Memorials and Tributes

Click the DONATE button online at sfcckid.org or contact Cornelius Holt at cholt@sfcckids.org

EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP BOARD OF DIRECTORS Patty Roberts (President) ★

Matt DeChamps

Matthew Price

John Halpin

Amy Hanneman

Sidney Sollazo

Kelly Krieg (Treasurer) ★

Melissa Kadlec

Sonja Williams

Jennifer Mims-Howell (Secretary) ★

Mike Kinney

Matthew Wuest

Kelly Miller

Zheng Zhou

Rockwell Automation (retired)

(Vice President) ★

Laffey, Leitner & Goode LLC Finance, Direct Supply

Milwaukee Public Schools

Laura Felix

Executive Director

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Cornelius Holt

Director of Development & Marketing

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Deloitte & Touche LLP Vice President, Diversity and Inclusion Rockwell Automation Johnson Controls Scribner, Cohen and Company

Foley & Lardner

Rockwell Automation Wellpoint Care Network Godfrey & Kahn

Northwestern Mutual

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Our Programs Early Childhood Education St. Francis Children’s Center’s Early Childhood Education Program serves children, with and without special needs, from six weeks through Kindergarten. All classrooms are fully-inclusive to ensure that children of all backgrounds and abilities have the opportunity to grow, play and learn together. Highly qualified teachers and support staff in our year-round classrooms develop curriculum to meet the individual needs of each child and maximize his or her early brain development through play-based learning.

Family Activity Center Our Family Activity Center (FAC) offers free and low-cost programs, drop-in play times, activities and special events for ALL families in our community who have a child with special needs. The program was created to help reduce feelings of loneliness and isolation that these families may be experiencing while raising a child with a disability or delay. Our FAC provides a space for parents and caregivers to come together, share resources and network with others.

Children’s Long-Term Support Program Milwaukee County’s Children’s Long-Term Support (CLTS) Waiver Program at SFCC serves children with severe, long-term developmental, physical, emotional or sensory impairments up to age 22. The program is designed to provide support and service coordination for kids with special needs and their families. Once a child is assigned to SFCC for Waiver services, our team develops an Individual Service Plan, with unique goals and objectives for the child.

Early Intervention/ Birth to Three Milwaukee County’s Birth to Three Program at SFCC provides early intervention services for children under age three who have developmental delays or disabilities and support to their families. Services offered to families may include: special education; speech, physical and occupational therapies; psychological therapy; family education and training; and service coordination.

Please Help Support SFCC Programs & Families Donate Online:

Thank You to our Supporters! Visit www.sfcckids.org and click DONATE button.

Please visit sfcckids.org Mail a Check: for a complete Send your donation to2021 our office list of our generous donors. 6700 N Port Washington Rd., Milwaukee, WI 53217 THANK YOU!

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MIS SION 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.

ST. M A RC U S SC H O O L NORTH AVENUE CAMPUS: 2215 N Palmer St, Milwaukee CENTER STREET CAMPUS: 2669 N Richards St, Milwaukee KARL J. SCHLUETER CAMPUS: 3129 N 1st St, Milwaukee

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PHONE: (414) 562-3163 WEBSITE: stmarcus.org/school TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 220 ANNUAL REVENUE: $15,800,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1875 (joined the Milwaukee

Parental Choice Program in 1997)

FACEBOOK: facebook.com/stmarcusschool

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. Scholars come from 20+ zip codes to learn, live, and grow.

T O P FU NDING S O UR C E S

 State Funding ..................................................... 75%  Events/Fundraising .............................................6%  Donations ............................................................. 10%  Grants ......................................................................6%  Paid Tuition ............................................................. 1%  Other ........................................................................2%

GOALS

F U ND RAISING /E VE NTS

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 educational and Gospel outreach to families. Poised as a catalyst, leader, and community anchor, St. Marcus partners with organizations with 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 November. The Gala raises funds for programming, growth, and sustainability. Each year, an army of generous friends, alumni, businesses, foundations, and volunteers unite to celebrate connection and hope. All proceeds benefit our nationally recognized, 4-star urban education program. Various events are held throughout the year, from tours to friend-hosted parties to student-centered celebrations. Looking to awaken your philanthropic passions? Let’s talk soon!

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GIV ING OPPORTUNI TI E S

• Tutoring/Mentoring: Work 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 volunteers. • Classroom/Program Volunteers: Get involved with a classroom or program. Use your passion!

Support ensures that scholars have the resources to find their passion and purpose and receive the highest quality education. By partnering, individuals and organizations make a difference in children’s lives, redefining our city’s future and impacting thousands of scholars and their families. $2,500 covers the gap for one child to receive a 4-star education. Investing in St. Marcus affirms your belief that we can transform our community together.

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Kole Knueppel

Executive Director

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Henry Tyson Superintendent

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Benjamin Hannemann (President) ★

Courage to Commit Leadership Council

Jorjio Hopkins

Jeff Underwood (Vice President) ★

Jim Bauman

Caroline Jankowski

Andrew Lamers

John and Sally Bergman

Mike and Maureen Kasdorf

Kirk Fedewa (Secretary) ★

Bill Boelter

Robert Kieckhefer

Amy Heffelfinger-Miles (School Council Chair)

Rick Boelter

Bob and Chrissie Monday

Mark Ricke (Church Council Chair)

Katie Brumder

Mark Smith

Brenda Jashinsky (Business Council Chair)

Mike Dowling

Wally Sommer

Ethan Degner (Community Council Chair)

Mark and Sally Falci

Joe and Jenifer Tate

John Rhodes (Facilities Council Chair)

Ruth Henkle

Carl Trimble

(Treasurer) ★

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Education at the earliest age of a child’s life is critical. EVERY MOMENT COUNTS.

From their very first day of K3 to their last first day in 8th grade, St. Marcus scholars grow and develop spiritually, academically, and emotionally. Prepared to take on the world with confidence and purpose.

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MISSION A network of friends, inspired by the gospel values, growing in holiness and building a more just world through personal relationships with and service to people in need.

ST. VINCENT DE PAUL OF WAUKESHA COUNTY ADDRESSES: 818 W Sunset Dr, Waukesha, WI

601 Ryan St, Pewaukee, WI W359N5848 Brown St, Oconomowoc, WI PHONE: (262) 547-3281 WEBSITE: svdpthrift.net TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 132 ANNUAL REVENUE: $7,500,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1954 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/SVDPwaukeshacounty X: @SVDPWaukesha INSTAGRAM: @svdpwaukesha

SE RVIC E A RE A Waukesha County

T O P FU NDING S O UR C E S

 Retail Operations .............................................. 87%  Fundraising ..........................................................13%

GOALS

FUNDRAISING/EVENTS

A strategic plan developing ministry in Housing designed to meet the goal of fulfilling unmet needs of neighbors through appropriate collaboration and the talents of our members. We aim to provide hope and help to our neighbors in need, whether it be a hand up during a crisis or support as they journey to self-sufficiency and a better life.

Every August, the St. Vincent de Paul retail staff and volunteers organize a fun golf day to benefit our Waukesha neighbors.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

GIVING OPPORTUNITIES

St. Vincent de Paul offers a range of volunteer options for individuals and groups at our stores and through our programs year-round. Our twenty-five Waukesha conferences are always looking for new members to join us in supporting those in need.

We appreciate the generous support of our community through personal donations and sponsorships. You can also contribute by utilizing our donation bins or by hosting a donation drive. All proceeds from our stores go directly to helping our Waukesha neighbors.

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Bob Glowacki

Executive Director

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Peggy Fahl (Director of Meal Ministry)

Tom Pipines (Director of Jail Ministry)

Bob Glowacki (Executive Director)

Greg Schoepke (Council Treasurer, Finance Director)

Karolyn Krueger (Council Secretary)

Tom Kiefer

Regge Krueger (Council Vice President, Conference Liaison)

Anne Konop

Carol Maurer (Council President, Director of Systemic Change)

Cesar Bojorquez

Carol Maurer

Council President, Director of Systemic Change

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Stores

St. Vincent de Paul exists to help the needy in our community. By shopping in our stores or donating your unwanted clothing, furniture or household goods, you are helping provide a brighter future for our community!

Waukesha Store 818 W Sunset Dr. Waukesha, WI 53189

Pewaukee Store 601 Ryan St. Pewaukee, WI 53072

Oconomowoc Store W359 N5848 Brown St. Ocon, WI 53066

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MIS SION UMOS, a non-profit advocacy organization, provides programs and services which improve the employment, educational, health and housing opportunities of under-served populations.

UMOS ADDRESS: 2701 S Chase Ave, Ste B, Milwaukee, WI 53207 PHONE: (414) 389-6000 WEBSITE: umos.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 800+ ANNUAL REVENUE: $73,177,107 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1965 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/umosinc

SE RVIC E A RE A UMOS has operations in six core states: Florida, Illinois, Minnesota, Missouri, Texas, Wisconsin

T O P FU NDING S O UR C E S

 Federal .................................................................. 78%  State ......................................................................20%  Private......................................................................2%

GOALS

F U ND RAISING /E VE NTS

UMOS is a dedicated, performance-based nonprofit corporation with the goal of Building Better Futures by focusing on education, skills development, and job access. We partner with organizations to eliminate barriers and help individuals, families, and communities succeed. With over 70 program contracts across Child Development, Workforce Development, and Social Services, UMOS always aims to meet the needs of those we serve while exceeding the performance expectations of our funding sources.

Often, a prerequisite to accessing grant funding is UMOS must secure a specific amount of funding as match. This can be either services in-kind or monetary. By providing match funds, you know that your efforts are going to a specific service to the community.

Some of these services include: • Migrant and Seasonal Head Start for farmworker families • Job training and career development • Home heating and energy assistance • Emergency food assistance • Opioid epidemic and HIV harm reduction • Anti-Human Trafficking • Services to survivors of Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence

Donations to UMOS general operations are also critical and have a great impact on how we support our staff in their roles. We are happy to work with you to figure out the most beneficial way to make an impact. Call (414) 389-6000 or go to umos.org/donate-partner for more information about donating to UMOS.

GIV ING OPPORTUNI TI E S V OLU NTEER OPP ORT U NITIES

Volunteers, such as staffing for the Food Pantry or program services as match, are also needed.

Specific program areas, like the UMOS Latina Resource Center’s domestic violence, sexual assault, and antihuman trafficking supportive services seek financial support to help cover non-federal match requirements. The UMOS Food Pantry seeks support with facility improvement needs. Corporate and Community events also seek corporate and foundation support to help ensure the events are available and affordable to the community.

Call (414) 389-6000 or go to UMOS.org for more information on volunteer opportunities.

Call (414) 389-6039 for overall support needs and giving opportunities.

UMOS hosts several community events and cultural celebrations each year. Volunteers from the community are needed in various capacities for Breakfast with Santa (collecting and wrapping gifts) and Mexican Independence Day Parade and Festival.

EXEC U TI VE L E AD E RSH I P BOARD OF D IRECT ORS

José Martinez

President and CEO

Ben Obregón Board Chair

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Ben Obregón (Chair) ★

Maria Borda-Wiesner

Maria Watts (Vice Chair)

Don Cohen

Julio Guix (Treasurer)

Israel Ramón

Nedda Avila (Secretary)

Jose Ruano

Marisela Galaviz (Parliamentarian)

Pastor Juan Salinas, Jr.

Joe Villmow (Executive Committee)

Cesar Sotelo

Jessica Jaqueline Gomez

(Migrant and seasonal Head Start Policy Council President)

Mayra “Veronica” Silva Lucio

(Migrant and Seasonal Head Start Policy Council Vice President)

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UMOS Headquarters

2701 South Chase Avenue Milwaukee, WI 53207 • 414-389-6000

FLORIDA | ILLINOIS | MINNESOTA MISSOURI | TEXAS | WISCONSIN UMOS is an equal opportunity employer and service provider. UMOS and Building Better Futures are registered trademarks of United Migrant Opportunity Services, Inc.

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MISSION The United Performing Arts Fund (UPAF) secures community resources, promotes the performing arts as a regional asset and improves the quality of life through responsible investment in and financial support of the arts in Southeastern Wisconsin.

UNITED PERFORMING ARTS FUND (UPAF) ADDRESS: 301 W Wisconsin Ave, Ste 600

Milwaukee, WI 53203 PHONE: (414) 273-8723 WEBSITE: upaf.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 18 ANNUAL REVENUE: $10,000,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1967 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/upaf1

SE RVIC E A RE A UPAF funds performing arts organizations throughout Southeastern Wisconsin.

T O P FU NDING S O UR C E S

 Corporations .................................................. 39.0%  Workplace Giving Campaigns ...................30.1%  Individuals.........................................................21.4%  Special Events .................................................. 5.0%  Foundations ...................................................... 4.2%  Other ................................................................... 0.3%

GOALS

FUNDRAISING/EVENTS

UPAF’s vision is to shape a diverse, vibrant and sustainable cultural life for all by ensuring that Southeastern Wisconsin retains its depth and breadth of performing arts. By galvanizing community support for the arts, UPAF funds 14 local arts institutions annually so that they can focus on what they do best - entertaining, educating and inspiring everyone in Southeastern Wisconsin.

UPAF runs a Community Campaign each year to support the performing arts throughout Southeastern Wisconsin. Individuals who give $150 or more will receive one buy one, get one free ticket offer at each of UPAF’s 14 Member Organizations, including First Stage, Florentine Opera, Milwaukee Ballet, Milwaukee Rep, Milwaukee Symphony Orchestra, Skylight Music Theatre and more. UPAF also holds the UPAF Ride for the Arts, presented by Miller Lite, each year on the first Sunday of June. Participants have the opportunity to ride their bike over the iconic Hoan Bridge while supporting the performing arts.

GIVING OPPORTUNITIES UPAF invites all businesses to make a corporate gift and host a Workplace Giving Campaign, a creative and meaningful way to increase employee engagement while supporting our community. The annual UPAF Ride for the Arts, presented by Miller Lite, offers many high-visibility sponsorship opportunities. Businesses can also sponsor exclusive performances featuring top artists through the UPAF Presents series. For more information on opportunities for your business, please contact Jennifer Wareham, UPAF Development Director, at jwareham@upaf. org. To give directly to UPAF, please visit UPAF.org.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES UPAF welcomes passionate volunteers to lend their time and talents to furthering our mission. Whether you want to get involved in uplifting our annual campaign through the UPAF Chorus Line or join the fun of volunteering for the UPAF Ride for the Arts, presented by Miller Lite, we invite you to join us. Visit UPAF.org for more information or email info@upaf.org to get involved.

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Ryan L. Barbieri

Chris Goller ★

Tim Mattke ★

Amy Schubert

Scott Beightol ★

Dr. Greer Jordan

Skip (Daniel) McConeghy

Ray Snisky

Steve Booth

Bill Guc

George Meyer

Deborah Spanic

Jim Borris ★

Katy Hook

Rebecca Mitich

Tim Stewart

Jeff Cady

Juliet Kersten

Dr. Jaya Phookan

Brent Tischler ★

Andrew Flack

Dr. Phyllis King

Anoop Prakash

Dan Gallegos

Stephanie Lyons

Dustin Godsey

Melanie Maddux

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Gary Witt

Joe Rock ★

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MIS SION 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.

U N I TED WAY O F GR E ATE R M ILWA U KE E & WAUKE SH A C O UN T Y ADDRESS: 225 W Vine St, Milwaukee, WI 53212 PHONE: (414) 263-8100 WEBSITE: UnitedWayGMWC.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 80 ANNUAL REVENUE: $60,000,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1909 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/UnitedWayGMWC X: @UnitedWayGMWC

SE RVIC E A RE A Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Washington, and Waukesha counties.

T O P FU NDING S O UR C E S

 Employee & Retiree Workplace Contributions ...............................46%  Corporate Contributions ................................ 24%  Private Foundations ............................................9%  Invididual Contributions Outside of Workplaces...................................... 8%  In-kind Gifts & Sponsorships ........................... 7%  Government Grants .............................................4%  Workplace Special Events ................................2%

GOALS

F U ND RAISING /E VE NTS

A community is only as strong as the people who call it home. United Way brings the right people together to explore all the options for our community’s toughest challenges. United Way is focused on four Key Initiatives. These initiatives each have a time-bound, community changing goal for Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Washington, and Waukesha counties.

Each year, donors, volunteers, and advocates attend special events that support the mission and vision of United Way. Whether it’s a bruncheon, a special shopping night, a technology-focused learning exchange, an award presentation, or events focused on the annual campaign, United Way and partners are ready to create lasting change for thousands in need throughout our community.

V OLU NTEER OPP ORT U NITIES

GIV ING OPPORTUNI TI E S

United Way offers volunteer opportunities for workplaces, groups, families, and individuals. Volunteer project can be at a local nonprofit, packing kits, or running a diaper or supply drive.

Businesses can impact the community by running a workplace campaign, giving a corporate gift, providing a sponsorship, donating new bulk products, or engaging employees in volunteerism. Individuals can make a financial gift, join a donor network, volunteer, or make a planned gift.

EXEC U TI VE L E AD E RSH I P BOARD OF D IRECT ORS

Amy Lindner

President & CEO

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George R. Oliver Board Chair

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Linda E. Benfield ★ David Bowles Bladen J. Burns Filippo Carini ★ Sheldon Cuffie Coreen Dicus-Johnson ★ P.J. DiStefano Michael R. Evans Pamela S. Fendt ★ John W. Florsheim ★ Cristy Garcia-Thomas

David Gay ★ Cindy Gnadinger, Ed.D Linda Gorens-Levey Kelly H. Greb ★ Nancy Hernandez ★ Bryan B. House Mark F. Irgens ★ Daniel W. Jackson Jasmine M. Johnson Rodney Jones-Tyson Craig Jorgensen ★

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Margaret C. Kelsey John Kissinger ★ Heather Ladage Donald W. Layden Jr ★ Matthew S. Levatich ★ Amy Lindner ★ Patrick Lubar Earnell R. Lucas Samantha Maldonado Derek Meyer Blake D. Moret ★

Wayne T. Morgan ★ George R. Oliver ★ Dr. Keith P. Posley Jonas Prising John R. Raymond, Sr., MD Stephanie Riesch-Knapp Christopher Rowland Rachel Schneider Josh Smith Judson M. Snyder ★ Kimberly K. Stoll

Judith D. Taylor Scott Turner ★ Mark Wallace Peggy Williams-Smith Leslie Wininger DeVona Wright Cottrell ★ Katrene Zelenovskiy Sam Zielke

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UNITED WAY KEY INITIATIVES

Big problems. Big solutions. United Way brings the right people together to explore all the options for our community’s toughest challenges. Our Key Initiatives each have a time-bound, community changing goal for Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Washington, and Waukesha counties.

REDUCING BARRIERS TO EMPLOYMENT & ADVANCEMENT

TECHQUITY

Our goal: 15,000 people will be ready to start stable careers having overcome key employment barriers by 2029.

Our goal: We will provide 50,000 computers to people who need them by 2027.

SAFE & STABLE HOMES

TEEN MENTAL WELLNESS: EMPOWERING MINDS

Our goal: End family homelessness in our entire four-county footprint by 2025.

Our goal: Empowering Minds schools will elevate the mental wellness of 21,000 high school students by 2030.

UNITED WAY OF GREATER MILWAUKEE & WAUKESHA COUNTY

Thank you to our ad sponsor:

UnitedWayGMWC.org

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MISSION We are blood health innovators who enhance lives through discovery, diagnosis and treatment.

VERSITI ADDRESS: 638 N 18th St, Milwaukee, WI 53233 PHONE: (414) 937-6229 WEBSITE: versiti.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 2,600 ANNUAL REVENUE: $399,000,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1947

SE RVIC E A RE A Versiti serves communities throughout Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Ohio. Versiti Blood Research Institute, located on the Milwaukee Regional Medical Center provides research and clinical services in all things blood.

T O P FU NDING S O UR C E S

 Major Gifts ......................................................... 55%  Annual Gifts ....................................................... 32%  Grants ..................................................................... 8%  Events ......................................................................5%

GOALS

FUNDRAISING/EVENTS

Versiti’s goals include providing a consistent blood supply to hospitals throughout our community and driving research in blood diseases, leading to better outcomes and cures.

Versiti hosts our Imagine Gala every September. The Imagine Gala highlights research and patient care and serves as our largest fundraiser of the year. We celebrate Versiti’s highest honor, the Virgina Brooks Jefferson Award, named for our founder, to a member of the community who exemplifies volunteer leadership and commitment to Versiti’s mission. We also present the Imagine Award to a patient who has suffered from a blood disease but has persevered and continued to thrive in the life.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

GIVING OPPORTUNITIES

The heart of our organization, Versiti volunteers bring new and unique levels of expertise to our donors and staff in the communities we serve. Though our volunteers are a diverse group of individuals, they share a personal commitment to giving back to their community. Their gifts of time and talent make our lifesaving mission possible. As a volunteer, you play a major role in helping to achieve our mission of saving lives.

At Versiti Blood Research Institute, our talented team of scientists are working hard to better understand blood diseases and disorders like leukemia, sickle cell disease and hemophilia to develop better treatments and improve patient outcomes. Making a financial gift to the Versiti Blood Research Institute Foundation helps to propel this lifesaving research and make a difference in the lives of patients in our communities.

EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP BOARD OF DIRECTORS Julia Syburg (Chair) ★

William Crowley

Kathy Klein

Dixon Benz

Louise Crowley

Rob Manegold

Andy Anderson, MD (Secretary) ★

Jason Dvorak

Abhishek Pulakanti

Guy Crane (Treasurer) ★

Fred Geilfuss

John Raymond, MD

Sam Bradt

Emery Harlan

Community Volunteer

(Vice Chair) ★

Community Volunteer RWJ Barnabas Health

Community Volunteer

Mr. Chris Miskel President and CEO

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Ms. Kelley McCaskill

Vice President of Philanthropy

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Community Volunteer

Community Volunteer Boehringer Ingelheim Lohman Technologies Versiti Board Chair

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MWH Law

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investigators studying cancer, heart disease and more

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MISSION Empower, educate, and enhance the lives of individuals impacted by vision loss through all of life’s transitions.

VISION FORWARD ASSOCIATION ADDRESS: 912 N Hawley Rd, Milwaukee, WI 53213 PHONE: (414) 615-0100 WEBSITE: vision-forward.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 41 ANNUAL REVENUE: $3,598,093 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1919 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/VisionForwardAssociation X: @VisionForwardWi

SE RVIC E A RE A Our team of experts reach over 30 counties across Wisconsin, with 68% of clients from Southeastern Wisconsin. Our educational video content and online retail store have a national reach.

T O P FU NDING S O UR C E S

 Gift and Contributions ................................... 24%  Grants ................................................................... 27%  Special Events ..................................................... 7%  Program Revenue ............................................. 42%

GOALS

FUNDRAISING/EVENTS

Vision Forward is committed to: • developing organizational and financial sustainability through identifying new revenue sources, creative partnerships, philanthropic growth, and expense management, • serving more clients by expanding high impact programs, utilizing technology and creative service delivery models, • achieving statewide brand awareness as a leading authority and premier provider of vision services, to increase our dollars raised and our numbers served, and • developing a high performing team through collaboration, continuous learning and a shared vision.

As vision loss continues to rise across all segments of the population, so does the importance of our services. Join us in our mission to provide life-changing services for children and adults who are blind or visually impaired.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

GIVING OPPORTUNITIES

Volunteers are found throughout Vision Forward helping to increase our capacity, meet community needs and support our mission. Some of our volunteer opportunities include: • Assisting at our events like; Youth Summer Rainbow Day Camp, Dining in the Dark and children’s family events • Leading recreational classes • Providing administrative support • Improving our grounds and facility • Offering professional expertise

Vision Forward is grateful for all our community supporters who help us put our mission into action. We work to empower people of all ages who have been impacted by vision loss. Here’s how you can help: • Make an individual or corporate donation • Sponsor an event or project • Include Vision Forward in your estate plans

Dining in the Dark – (annually in November) Dining in the Dark is a unique sensory experience that guides guests as they enjoy a four-course, gourmet meal eaten under blindfold. Diners gain a heightened appreciation of smell, taste, sound and touch while developing a deeper understanding of the impact of vision loss and the value of our services.

Learn more about opportunities for you to make a difference today at: vision-forward.org/support-us/volunteer.

EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP BOARD OF DIRECTORS David Lobo (President) ★

Douglas Brodzik

Dan Lococo

Dee Mellor

Michael Dante

Joseph Skotarzak

Korina Harman (Treasurer) ★

James Dobrinska

Crocker Stephenson

David Strelitz (Secretary) ★

Tyler Donahue

Nicholas H. Tosi, M.D.

Guillermo Baena

Shelby Elias

Sonja Williams

Retired from GE

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Retired from GE EY

Associated Bank

Jaclyn Borchardt

Chief Executive Officer

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David Lobo

Board President

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ibvi

First Business Bank

Marquette University Northwestern Mutual Financial Network PNC Bank

Albert & Ann Deshur JCC Rainbow Day Camp

Affinity By Design, LLC Ghostscale

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel – Retired Retina & Vitreous Consultants of WI Wellpoint Care Network

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Empowering those impacted by vision loss We provide opportunities for meaningful employment to the blind and visually impaired. Learn more at IBVI.org/careers

IBVI is a proud sponsor of Vision Forward.

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MISSION Through our permanent endowment funds, project funds and grants, the Waukesha County Community Foundation (WCCF) meets local challenges and improves the quality of life in our community.

WAUKESHA COUNTY COMMUNITY FOUNDATION ADDRESS: 2727 N Grandview Blvd, Ste 301

Waukesha, WI 53188

PHONE: (262) 513-1861 WEBSITE: waukeshafoundation.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 5 ANNUAL REVENUE: $988,302 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1999 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/waukeshafoundation

SE RVIC E A RE A The Waukesha County Community Foundation was created by and for the people of Waukesha County. We partner with donors and fund advisors to provide support in Waukesha County and beyond.

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GOALS

FUNDRAISING/EVENTS

At the WCCF we share the common mission of every community foundation — to enhance the quality of life in the local area in perpetuity.

The WCCF provides many ways to engage with the community through philanthropy. Our endowed fund types are designed to serve individuals, families, corporations and individuals. Donors are invited to contribute to existing funds, including our Community Grants Fund which provides funding to nonprofit organizations serving Waukesha County each year.

We build a strong Waukesha County through… • Collaboration – bringing individuals and organizations together to promote meaningful connections. • Education – listening, learning, and sharing information about community needs and effective ways to give. • Philanthropic Investment – enhancing the power of donors and fund advisors for impactful solutions.

 Donor Advised Funds .....................................49%  Agency Endowment Funds ............................13%  Other Fund Types ............................................. 11%  Designated Funds ............................................ 10%  Scholarship Funds ........................................... 10%  Field of Interest Funds ..................................... 7%

For the last quarter of a century, the WCCF has been a steadfast beacon of support, progress, and positive change. Together, with those who share our commitment to making Waukesha County better, we have: • Distributed more than $73 million in grants • Awarded 3500+ Scholarships • Partnered to fund 21 community projects

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

GIVING OPPORTUNITIES

Community volunteers serve on the WCCF board, committees, and advisory council. We are grateful for gifts of time and talent shared by those who’ve shaped our organization, and we welcome new connections.

Through WCCF funds and initiatives, there are many opportunities to partner with the Foundation for your philanthropy. Whether creating a fund or contributing to an existing one, we are grateful for those who donate each year. The WCCF Community Grants Fund provides resources for our annual community grants process, serving the evolving needs of Waukesha County. Visit waukeshafoundation.org/donate to join us in making a difference.

Reach out to Melissa Baxter at mbaxter@ waukeshafoundation.org if you are interested in learning more.

EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP BOARD OF DIRECTORS Fred Stier

Melissa Baxter President

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Fred Stier Board Chair

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Jerry Flood

Jane Stromwall

Stephanie Riesch-Knapp (Vice-Chair) ★

Julie Glynn

Judie Taylor

Ann Bartos Merkow, MD (Past Chair) ★

Eric Larson

Ann Tesmer

Ramona Thornton (Treasurer) ★

Heidi Retzlaff

Jan Wade

Rick Verthein

Amy Rislov

(Secretary) ★

Stacie Andritsch

Anita Rodriguez Cordero

Tim Beine

Matt Sauer

Curt Brewer

Victor Schultz

Marybeth Budisch

Sean Scullen

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BUILDING A BRIGHTER FUTURE, ONE PIECE AT A TIME. At the Waukesha County Community Foundation, we connect caring donors to community needs. When we come together to address the most pressing issues in Waukesha County, we increase our collective impact and provide meaningful resources for long-lasting impact.

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Your piece of the puzzle can make a difference. Join us with a gift to the Community Grants Fund today.

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2727 N Grandview Blvd, Ste 301Waukesha, WI 53188 (262) 513-1861 | www.waukeshafoundation.org

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MISSION The WCTC Foundation is dedicated to securing and managing charitable resources to support WCTC’s mission of educational excellence and workforce development.

WCTC FOUNDATION ADDRESS: 800 Main St, Pewaukee, WI 53072 PHONE: (262) 691-5202 WEBSITE: wctc.edu/foundation TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 2 ANNUAL REVENUE: $1,199,613 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1977 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/facebook.com/wctcfb X: @WCTC

SE RVIC E A RE A The WCTC Foundations serves students, business and industry throughout Waukesha County and beyond.

T O P FU NDING S O UR C E S

 Corporate Contributions ...............................44%  Foundations/Organizations ......................... 39%  Individual Gifts .................................................... 17%

GOALS

FUNDRAISING/EVENTS

The WCTC Foundation works to provide scholarships, fund advanced technologies, enhance educational programs and improve campus facilities.

The WCTC Foundation is dedicated to enhancing educational opportunities through various fundraising initiatives. Throughout the year, the Foundation hosts several pop-up fundraisers that engage the community while jointly coordinating a community appeal to support our mission. The Foundation is excited to lead a $6 million capital campaign for the new WCTC Applied AI Lab.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

GIVING OPPORTUNITIES

Volunteering with the WCTC Foundation offers a unique opportunity to connect with others who are passionate about access to education and workforce development solutions. Join the Alumni Association, Legacy Council, College Advisory Committees, or Foundation Board, volunteers can play a vital role in shaping initiatives that empower students and strengthen our community.

• Scholarships: Support WCTC student scholarships annually to help pay for tuition, books and other school-related expenses. • Technology and Equipment: Ensure classrooms and equipment are cutting-edge so students can learn in a dynamic environment with the latest technology. • Capital Campaigns: Enable us to expand and improve campus facilities to better serve our students and community. • Overall Foundation Support: Provide essential funding for the growth and sustainability of the WCTC Foundation.

EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP BOARD OF DIRECTORS Mary Manning ★

Nick Dillon

Jan Lennon

Lauren Hess

Anita Rodriguez Cordero

Sandy McGee ★

Michael Hostad

Dan Wolfgram

Dan Nolde ★

Philip L. Kubow

Nate Zastrow

Brady Chuckel

Margo Lehmann

Insight CFO Services

Tammy McCormack

Believe Wellness Center PLLC ★

Century Traffic

Vrakas CPAs + Advisors Marsh McLennan Agency

Robyn Ludtke

Executive Director

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Paul Davis Restoration & Remodeling of Southeast & Fox Valley WI

Associated Bank Fork Farms

ProHealth Care

Community Leader Knowing Deeper, Coaching & Consulting Badger Mutual Insurance Bank Five Nine

Lakeland Supply

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CRUSHING NORMS

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Waukesha County Technical College is embarking on an exciting journey of transformation. We are venturing into uncharted territory, boldly challenging technical college norms to create an entirely new learning experience. Our aim is to revolutionize education while driving positive change in the communities we serve in Southeast Wisconsin and beyond.

THIS IS THE FUTURE OF HIGHER ED.

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MIS SION

W E L L PO INT CA R E N E T W O R K

Our mission is to facilitate equity, learning, healing and wellness by restoring the connections that help children and families thrive. To break the cycles of poverty, violence and racial inequities, people need equitable access to safe housing, food security, healthcare, education and employment. We support families along this journey, and help them find compassion, connection and opportunities to heal.

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ADDRESS: 8901 W Capitol Dr, Milwaukee, WI 53222 PHONE: (414) 463-1880 WEBSITE: wellpointcare.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 334 ANNUAL REVENUE: $38,300,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1850 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/WellpointCare X: @WellpointCare

SE RVIC E A RE A Wellpoint Care Network has cared for Milwaukee children and families for 175 years. As we celebrate this milestone anniversary, we are proud to provide services to over 6,500 individuals annually.

T O P FU NDING S O UR C E S

 Child and Family Well-being ........................ 75%  Mental Health ..................................................... 16%  Community Services ...........................................4%  Fundraising/ Other ..............................................5%

GOALS

F U ND RAISING /E VE NTS

Wellpoint Care Network’s campus, located on Milwaukee’s northwest side, is a vibrant community anchor where families, neighbors and community partners can connect, collaborate and care for themselves and one another. But helping people heal means you must also meet people where they are, which is why we have 55 mental health locations across the state, many in schools. We’ve trained more than 78,000 people in our Trauma Informed Care framework, enabling many to use these cutting-edge concepts. We also provide case management to nearly 1,900 children annually and Youth Services to ensure their safety, permanence and well-being into adulthood.

In the last year alone, Wellpoint Care Network held 11 community events allowing us to connect with and support more than 11,000 people in our direct community. Our Back to School Bash presented over 1,000 children with free backpacks filled with supplies to ensure they have what they need to thrive in the upcoming school year. We also host an annual “Diapers for Dads” drive, where over 10,000 diapers are distributed to dads in need across southeast Wisconsin. But we can’t do any of this without your support. Learn more at wellpointcare.org/donate.

V OLU NTEER OPP ORT U NITIES

GIV ING OPPORTUNI TI E S

We host regular events to celebrate and support children in our care and their families — from backpack drives to movie nights and holiday parties. Volunteers are important in making these events fun and safe for children and families. Contact our Fund Development office at philanthropy@wellpointcare.org to learn more.

At Wellpoint Care Network, every donation matters! $10 a month provides 25 free books for children in the community. $25 a month provides 100 children with backpacks full of school supplies. $50 a month provides a Home Starter Kit for a foster youth transitioning to independent adulthood. To support the children, youth, adults and families in our community, please visit wellpointcare.org/donate.

EXEC U TI VE L E AD E RSH I P BOARD OF D IRECT ORS James Madlom (Board Chair) ★

James Burnett

Sebastian Jacinto Diaz

Brian E. Pier

Clyde Tinnen

Andy Fickett

Joanna Keene

Andrew Rebstock

Melanie Maddux

Robert Landwehr

Paul T. Riedl, Jr.

Jacqueline Herd-Barber

Mary L. McCormick

John Teevan

Tim Herman

Jack Nelson

Terri Howard

Monica Nichol

Mueller Communications

(Vice Chair) ★

Foley & Lardner, LLP

William Harrigan

(Immediate Past Chair) Banc of California

Akel Akel (Treasurer) ★ Ann Leinfelder Grove President & CEO

James Madlom Board Chair

★ DENOTES EXECUTIVE LEADERSHIP

GE Healthcare

Milwaukee County Sheriff’s Office Fickett Structural Solutions ManpowerGroup

Community Volunteer

Ann Leinfelder Grove (Secretary) ★ Milliman Wellpoint Care Network

HGA Architects and Engineers

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Northwestern Mutual One Hope MKE

Softeon, Inc.

Johnson Controls

Community Volunteer

River Run Computers, Inc.

Rotary Club of Milwaukee

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Company Ad Through Healing and Hope From caring for orphans in our early years to helping families thrive today, Wellpoint Care Network has been fostering community wellness for 175 years. As we celebrate this milestone anniversary, your gift will help continue to transform lives — providing compassion, connection and opportunities to heal. Join our community at wellpointcare.org/getstarted

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MIS SION Wisconsin Hero Outdoors (WHO) works with Veterans and First responders to aide in suicide prevention by utilizing the camaraderie of outdoor activities to address the physical and mental health challenges brought on by the stresses of service.

W I SC O NSIN H E R O O UTD O O RS ADDRESS: W329 N690 Hwy C, Delafield, WI 53018 PHONE: (262) 337-9090 WEBSITE: wiherooutdoors.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 2 ANNUAL REVENUE: $235,000 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 2016 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/wiherooutdoors

SE RVIC E A RE A State of Wisconsin

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Our primary goal is to help connect Veterans, First Responders, and their families to the outdoors. We have dozens of ways to effectuate that mission. The objective is to provide our Heroes with a safe platform to find healthy alternative activities that positively affect the mind and body. Healthy activities and genuine camaraderie are the secrets to our success.

Over the years, Wisconsin Hero Outdoors has gratefully received both in-kind and monetary donations, either online or by mail to our main office. Donors can choose to be publicly acknowledged or remain anonymous. Additionally, we host several fundraising events to support our mission.

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Wisconsin Hero Outdoors organizes a range of activities throughout the year, including fishing, golf, hiking, and other outdoor pursuits. We seek volunteers who can spend the day with our participants, teaching them the necessary skills for these activities.

There are various ways you can support Wisconsin Hero Outdoors. We appreciate all contributions and generous supporters like you. • Corporate sponsorship • Individual contribution • Workplace/employee giving • Event participation Monetary donations can be made by mail or online at wiherooutdoors.org.

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Tammy Sawyer (President) ★ William Lincoln (Treasurer) ★ James “Groovy” Cocroft (Secretary) ★ Beth Sawant ★ Air Force Veteran

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Help us expand our Women’s Initiative, which allows us to serve the female Veterans and First Responders in Wisconsin. Spending time in the great outdoors—even for a short amount of time—rejuvenates the mind, body, and spirit. Wisconsin Hero Outdoors offers safe, family-friendly, all-season outdoor activities with top-quality outdoor recreation equipment at no charge to our participants.

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MIS SION To put Christian principles into practice through programs that build a healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.

Y M CA O F M ETR O P O L I TAN M I LWAUKE E ADDRESS: P.O. Box 2174, Milwaukee, WI 53201 PHONE: (414) 354-9622 WEBSITE: ymcamke.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 574 ANNUAL REVENUE: $13,649,517 YEAR ESTABLISHED: 1858 FACEBOOK: facebook.com/YMCAMilwaukee X: @YMCA_Milwaukee

SE RVIC E A RE A Greater Milwaukee Area

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 Contributions ...................................................... 16%  Special Events ..................................................... 1%  United Way ............................................................2%  Government Grants ...........................................4%  Membership Dues ............................................ 17%  Program Revenue ............................................ 53%  Misc Revenue ....................................................... 7%

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OUR VISION: To be a thriving organization that drives positive impact with measurable social and health outcomes in youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility, and serves as a transformative model for the Y movement.

Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Celebration breakfast on Monday, January 20, 2025. Visit ymcamke.org/mlk for sponsorship and event information.

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Volunteers are vital to the Y. Without them, we wouldn’t be able to meet the needs of the kids, families, and adults who live in our community. • Board and committee service opportunities. • Mentor Teen Achievers. • Empower Miracle League athletes of diverse abilities to play baseball. • Connect with local seniors in Parkinson’s programming. • Service opportunities at YMCA Camp Minikani.

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Visit ymcamke.org/volunteer for more information.

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Jeffrey Lueken (Board Chair) ★ Jerry Schlitz (Treasurer) Jessie Lochmann (Secretary) Bruce Miller (Immediate Past Chair) Andrés Gonzalez Michelle Frazier (UHO Board Chair) Carrie Wall

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Jeffrey Lueken

Chief Volunteer Officer

Rachel Roller (UHO Board Chair) Dina Abercrombie (Social Responsibility Committee Chair) Glenn Margraff (Mission Advancement Committee Chair)

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MIS SION The Zoological Society of Milwaukee’s mission is to conserve wildlife and endangered species, educate people about the importance of wildlife and the environment, and support the Milwaukee County Zoo.

ZO O L O GI CA L S O C I E T Y O F M I LWAUKE E ADDRESS: 10005 W Bluemound Rd, Milwaukee, WI 53226 PHONE: (414) 258-2333 WEBSITE: zoosociety.org TOTAL EMPLOYEES: 68 ANNUAL REVENUE: $14,527,007

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Conserve: The Zoological Society has made lasting contributions to conservation worldwide and at the Zoo. Several animals that are in immediate danger of extinction have a better chance for survival thanks to the work and funding of the Society.

The largest fundraising effort at the Society is the Zoo Pass program. The Society gives 50% of the gross revenue of this program directly to the Milwaukee County Zoo. A Zoo Pass allows the contributor to get free regular admission to the Zoo for 12 months. Corporations can also support the Society’s mission with a Platypus Circle membership, which offers organizations various benefits for their staff or customers.

Educate: The Society brings exceptional animal, environmental and science-based educational opportunities to all ages. These programs help people understand wildlife and address our planet’s critical environmental challenges.  Membership ........................................................ 54%  Contributions ....................................................... 11%  Events, Sponsorships & Programs ..............14%  Grants ..................................................................... 8%  Investments .........................................................13%

Support: The Society raises millions of dollars yearly that go directly to the Zoo in unrestricted funds. This is in addition to millions in capital improvements inside the Zoo and in-kind support.

High-level fundraising events include: • Puttin’ on the Ritz - January • Zoo Ball - June • Birdies and Eagles Golf Tournament - July

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The Zoological Society runs an extensive volunteer program called Zoo Pride. These volunteers support both the Zoo and the Society by helping guests with animal information, creating enrichment items for the animals, assisting in education programming, helping with events and much more. During the summer, our education programs welcome high school volunteers looking to assist in the Zoo Camps and Classes.

• Help us advance our mission with donations that can help us conserve, educate and support the Milwaukee County Zoo. • Companies can help by sponsoring events, rides or attractions inside the Zoo while getting valuable recognition in front of up to 1 million guests. • The Society also offers planned giving options for those who wish to leave a lasting gift. • No matter the size, you can help the Zoo remain a cultural and community asset.

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Derek Tyus (Chair) ★

Jason Fathallah (Associate Board Pres.)

Dan Kempken

Joe Rock

Tami Garrison ((Vice Chair/Chair-Elect) ★

Joe Frohna

Joe Kresl

Chuck Roedel

John Kissinger (Vice Chair) ★

Maria Gonzalez Knavel

Caroline Krider

Barry Sattell

Peggy Kelsey (Secretary) ★

Margaret Harris

Jenna Kunde

Rick Schmidt

Jon Sohn (Treasurer) ★

Nezih Hasanoglu

Dr. Demond Means

Roger Smith

Jay McKenna (Immediate Past Chair) ★

Tanya Hines

Kat Morrow

Tony Staniak

Jodi Gibson (President & CEO) ★

Emory Ireland

Kristin Occhetti

Judy Holz Stathas

Rob Beres

Christine Irgens

Scott Redlinger

Dave Strelitz

Mark Berkoff

Mark Kass

Harold Redman

Matt Swentkofske

Janette Braverman

John Kellerman

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4C-For Children, Inc.

American Red Cross

To connect people and resources to cultivate accessible and high-quality early care and education for the benefit of children, families, and communities.

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.

bbb.org/Wisconsin/bbb-foundation

ABCD: After Breast Cancer Diagnosis

Angel On My Shoulder

Betty Brinn Children’s Museum

4c-forchildren.org

abcdbreastcancersupport.org

redcross.org/wisconsin

angelonmyshoulder.org

Better Business Bureau of Wisconsin Foundation, Inc. Helping to advance marketplace trust through education and the support of individuals, businesses and charities operating with integrity.

bbcmkids.org

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 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.

The Museum provides evidence based learning opportunities that prepare children to become capable students and responsible adults.

Acts 17:28 Dance

Apricity

apricityservices.com

beyondvision.com

actsdance.org

To teach dance with integrity, excellence, and the love of Christ! Students receive high-quality training and are led to use the gift of dance to honor God and further His Kingdom.

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.

Addiction Resource Council, Inc. (ARC) yourchoiceprevention.org

Reach youth, before the drugs do, with the knowledge and skills to make the best choice, and the resolve to remain substance free.

Advocates of Ozaukee

Apricity provides those impacted by substance use disorders a full spectrum of care including treatment, employment and support services in a safe, progressive recovery community.

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.

Arise Milwaukee arisemke.org

Arise Milwaukee exists to inspire people to fall in love with Christ in the Catholic Church. As a community, we live to share the joy of the Gospel and wish to see it bear transformative fruit in the world around us.

advocatesofozaukee.com

Artists Working in Education

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.

awe-inc.org

To provide youth in the Milwaukee area with arts enrichment programs to enhance human potential, advance learning and cultivate community.

AIDS Resource Center of Wisconsin - ARCW

ArtWorks for Milwaukee

arcw.org

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.

All Hands Boatworks

allhandsboatworks.org All Hands Boatworks exists to build the skills, talents, resilience, and hopes of Milwaukee-area youths through wooden boatbuilding projects, work-based learning experiences, and on-the-water activities.

Alliance Française de Milwaukee AFMilwaukee.org

The mission of l’Alliance Francaise de Milwaukee is to promote, share, and enjoy the culture, language, and friendship of the French-speaking world.

Alliance Operations Support Services - Milwaukee

alliance1.org/operations-services

artworksformilwaukee.org Preparing youth for tomorrow by providing transferable job skills through arts internships for tomorrow.

Association for the Rights of Citizens with Handicaps archchangeslives.org

The mission of the Association for the Rights of Citizens with handicaps is to empower children and adults with disabilities to reach their full potential, and to increase prevention and awareness in the community.

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, SE 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.

COA Youth & Family Centers

Danceworks, Inc.

Bublr delivers a sustainable excellent bikeshare system for all.

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.

Enhance the joy, health and creativity of the community through performances, classes and outreach activities that integrate dance and other art forms.

Coalition for Children, Youth & Families

discoveryworld.org

bublrbikes.org

Camp Hometown Heroes hometownheroes.org

Camp Hometown Heroes, a national free weeklong 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.

Audio & Braille Literacy Enhancement, Inc. ablenow.org

Audio & Braille Literacy Enhancement provides alternative ways for people with print disabilities to read. Working with trained volunteers, we transcribe print into braille, audio and tactile formats enhancing literacy, productivity and independence.

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 SE Wisconsin assew.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.

Bader Philanthropies bader.org

Helps low-income Milwaukee students earn college degrees through an intensive curriculum of coaching and support.

bbbsmilwaukee.org

Cedar Community

cedarcommunity.org

supportcsm.org

Provides children facing adversity with strong and enduring, professionally supported one-to-one mentoring relationships that change their lives for the better, forever.

Cedar Community’s mission is to model Christ’s love for humanity by creating life-enhancing relationships, services and environments.

BizStarts

Center for Communication, Hearing & Deafness

Best Buddies Wisconsin

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.

Best Buddies Wisconsin enhances the lives of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD) by fostering friendship and social inclusion.

lungwi.org

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Dominican Center for Women, Inc. dominican-center.org

collegepossible.org/Milwaukee

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.

Columbia St. Mary’s Foundation 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.

cchdwi.org

Commemorative Air Force Wisconsin Wing

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.

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.

blackartsmke.org

Center for Urban Teaching cfut.org

Community Advocates

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.

The Center for Urban Teaching, Inc. (CfUT) is a nonprofit organization that exists to identify, prepare, and support highperforming urban teachers, leaders, and schools.

To provide individuals and families with advocacy and services that meet their basic needs so they may live in dignity.

Blessings in a Backpack Waukesha County Chapter

Centro Hispano Milwaukee (Council for the Spanish Speaking)

communitycareinc.org

Blessings in a Backpack Waukesha County Chapter mobilizes communities, individuals, and resources to provide food on the weekends for school-aged children who might otherwise go hungry.

Advocates on behalf of Latinos and the socially and economically challenged.

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.

Children’s Wisconsin

Community Projects Committee, Inc.

Children’s Wisconsin is a private, independent, not-for-profit health care system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children.

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.

bizstarts.com BizStarts brings entrepreneurs together from all backgrounds to create a collaborative learning environment whereby working together, we are creating economic opportunities, communities with unique character, and a vibrant city.

Black Arts MKE, Inc.

waukesha.blessingsinabackpack.org

Bookworm Gardens

bookwormgardens.org

centrohispanomke.org

chw.org/giving

Christmas Clearing Council Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee of Waukesha County boysgirlsclubs.org

christmasclearingcouncil.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.

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.

Brady East STD Clinic bestd.org

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.

Brady Street Business Improvement District bradystreet.org

Dedicated to enhancing the vitality and vibrancy of our historic street by fostering a dynamic environment that supports local businesses, enriches community engagement, and promotes sustainable growth.

Bridge Builders

bridgebuildersmke.org

Churchill Society of Wisconsin

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.

communityadvocates.net

cpforseniors.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

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.

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.

City Champs Foundation

COPE Services

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.

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.

City Forward Collective

CORE El Centro

copeservices.org

Curative Care Network improves the function and quality of life for persons with disabilities or limiting conditions through high quality care and services.

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.

A nonprofit senior living community dedicated to serving our residents and their families by offering a full continuum of care, fostering active and fulfilling lifestyles while respecting the dignity and independence of our residents.

Easterseals Southeast Wisconsin eastersealswise.com

To change the way the world defines and views disabilities by making profound, positive, differences in people’s lives every day.

Ebenezer Child Care Centers ebenezerchildcare.com

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.

economicswisconsin.org EconomicsWisconsin promotes economic education and financial literacy by developing and conducting programs for K-12 teachers, opinion leaders and business professionals.

A bilingual, natural healing center for those of low income, CORE El Centro’s mission is to create access, build community, and inspire to wholeness. Integrating body, mind and spirit our services nurture community well-being.

Curative.org

Dr. James Cameron Legacy Foundation, Inc.

EconomicsWisconsin

core-elcentro.org

Curative Care Network

To nurture scholars capable of transforming their world, by sending them to and through college.

eastcastleplace.com

thecommunitywarehouse.org

To cure Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, and to improve the quality of life of children and adults affected by these diseases.

Our organization’s mission is providing sophisticated Emotional and Spiritual Counseling to families affected by the loss of a loved one to Gun Violence and Domestic Violence in our community. We Grieve As One!

Eastcastle Place

Community Warehouse

crohnscolitisfoundation.org

donovanhinesfoundationof.com

Early Music Now is dedicated to the creation of lively connections with the past through historically informed presentations of music composed before 1800.

Improves the lives of the underserved through dental healthcare services, preventive education, and advocating for systemic healthcare change - Because everyone deserves a healthy smile.

Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation Wisconsin Chapter

Donovan Hines Foundation of Exuberance Corporation

earlymusicnow.org

communitysmiles.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.

Donate Life Wisconsin is a not-for-profit 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.

Early Music Now

Community Smiles Dental

cristoreymilwaukee.org

DonateLifeWisconsin.com

hfca.org

Community Care, Inc.

Cristo Rey Jesuit High School

Donate Life Wisconsin

Dr. Howard Fuller Collegiate Academy

churchillsocietyofwi.org

citychamps.org

Discovery World

Discovery World educates, motivates, mobilizes, and inspires the entrepreneurs and innovators of the 21st century.

Our mission is to inspire, inform, and support families to build strength, confidence, and resiliency.

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

Big Brothers Big Sisters of Metro Milwaukee

danceworksmke.org

coalitionforcyf.org

College Possible Milwaukee

ccmke.org

To inspire inner city innovation that will holistically cityforwardcollective.org A philanthropic leader in improving the quality of transform neighborhoods one block at a time. The mission of City Forward Collective is life of the diverse communities in which it works. to secure Milwaukee’s future by ending Bridge to Brighter Inc. America SCORES Milwaukee educational inequity and ensuring bridgetobrighter.org Balance, Inc. AmericaSCORESmke.org every child has the opportunity to balanceinc.org Transforming the lives of youth in To inspire urban youth to lead healthy lives, be attend a high-quality school. and aging out of foster care. engaged students, and have the confidence and To improve the lives of individuals City Year Milwaukee with developmental disabilities, their character to make a difference in the world. Broadscope Disability Services cityyear.org/milwaukee families and the community. broadscope.org American Cancer Society Build democracy through citizen service, Barcel Suzuki String Academy cancer.org Advancing opportunities for people civic leadership and social entrepreneurship. barcelsuzuki.com with disabilities and their families The American Cancer Society is the City Year unites young adults, ages 17-24, To enrich the lives of children through music. in Southeastern Wisconsin. nationwide, community-based, voluntary to serve full-time as tutors, mentors and health organization on a mission to role models in high need schools. Bel Canto Chorus BROS Inc. (Brothers Rising Over save lives, celebrate life, and lead the belcanto.org Our Streets) Club Kids in Danger Saved Inc. fight for a world without cancer. Brosmke.com clubkids414.org To enrich the lives of its audiences and its Because YOUR reality doesn’t have to singing members through the outstanding American Heart Association To empower the kids with the knowledge, strength heart.org be someone else’s perception! live presentation of the finest choral music and determination to become a better person and to reach out to the community in order To build healthier lives, free of and citizen of the community by educating Bryon Riesch Paralysis Foundation to share the benefits and joy of singing. cardiovascular diseases and stroke. them with the skills they need to succeed. brpf.org

American Lung Association in WI

coa-yfc.org

Catholic Charities

Enrich the lives of Americans who are blind through the dignity of work valued by customers and the community.

To enrich the mind, body, and spirit of the young Christian Family Solutions and young at heart through exploration in a ChristianFamilySolutions.org garden environment based on children’s literature. Our mission is to heal and help people in need Atonement Lutheran School Box of Balloons Waukesha through the ministry of Jesus Christ. We do atonementmke.org boxofballoons.org/wisconsin-waukesha this by providing quality mental health care to To partner with families, our congregation, Each birthday happy and every child celebrated. individuals and families through our counseling, and the community to prepare every child for We partner with community social workers day treatment, and intensive outpatient programs. eternity with Jesus and a life of Christian service. to give birthday parties to children in need.

To increase the capacity of nonprofit organizations by providing solutions and services that strengthen and streamline business operations, enabling their staff to focus Aurora Health Care Foundation on their mission-based, programmatic work. aurora.org/foundation

ALS Association, Inc., Wisconsin Chapter

Beyond Vision

Bublr Bikes

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.

Elmbrook Education Foundation elmbrookschools.org/elmbrookeducation-foundation

The mission of the Elmbrook Education Foundation is to support educational excellence and innovation for students in the School District of Elmbrook by building community and business partnerships.

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Elmbrook Senior Taxi, Inc.

Friedens Community Ministries

Greater Milwaukee Foundation

Hope Center, Inc

Jackson’s House Milwaukee Inc

Lifestriders Inc.

Elmbrook Senior Taxi is a door-to-door transportation service provider for senior citizens and adults with disabilities residing in Brookfield, Elm Grove and Butler. We enable independence and a productive quality of life for our riders.

Friedens Community Ministries, Inc. is a network of food pantries building ladders of peace to nourish the body, mind, and soul.

To inspire philanthropy, serve donors, and strengthen communities now and for future generations.

A community organization serving as an agent of change in people’s lives, and in the development of strong and thriving neighborhoods.

Provides life-enhancing physical and psychological experiences and services to individuals and families with special needs.

Greater Milwaukee Urban League

boernerbotanicalgardens.org

Jewish Home and Care Center Foundation

Lighthouse Youth Center

Employ Milwaukee, Inc.

Friends of Boerner Botanical Gardens, Inc.

Reducing the risks of poverty by helping people in Waukesha County meet basic needs such as food, shelter and clothing through services, partnerships and community collaboration.

elmbrookseniortaxi.org

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

friedenspantry.org

Greenfield High School Air Force Friends of Horicon Education and Visitor JR/ROTC greenfield.k12.wi.us/schools/high/ Center horiconmarsh.org

Focuses on three equally important areas of emphasis: support, education programs and promoting research in collaboration with leading medical researchers worldwide.

ERAs Senior Network

Friends of the Domes, Inc.

To engage and support seniors, adults with disabilities, and family caregivers in leading meaningful lives.

Promote and support the Mitchell Park Horticultural Conservatory (the “Domes”) and surrounding park by creating and enhancing the visitor experience of this globally significant urban destination.

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.

tmul.org

Leads through education, employment, and The mission of the Friends of Boerner Botanical advocacy to achieve economic vibrancy and Gardens is to provide a garden setting for learning equal access to all industries and disciplines that nurtures understanding, enjoyment and that position African Americans to create stewardship of our natural world, while nourishing wealth and live a better quality of life. and preserving the gardens for future generations.

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.

eras.org

greatermilwaukeefoundation.org

milwaukeedomes.org

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

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The Mission of the WI-951 is to help all Cadets become better citizens, instill pride in themselves, actively participate in the community, and strive for excellence through first hand experiences as followers and leaders!

Guest House of Milwaukee, Inc. guesthouseofmilwaukee.org

The mission of Guest House of Milwaukee is to provide shelter, housing, education, and services to Milwaukee’s homeless who seek to transform their lives with dignity and purpose.

Habitat for Humanity of Waukesha County habitatwaukesha.org

Seeking to put God’s love into action, Habitat for Humanity brings people together to build homes, communities, and hope.

Haggerty Museum of Art at Marquette University marquette.edu/haggerty

familyconnectionscc.org

Gay & Lesbian Community Fund

Family Connections supports and educates families and early childhood professionals to promote healthy child development and strengthen communities.

glcommunityfund.org

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.

Helping LGBT Organizations and Programs in Southeastern Wisconsin

jccmilwaukee.org

Family Enrichment Center of Ozaukee, Inc.

genevanationalfoundation.org

Family Connections

ozaukeefec.org

Strengthening Nonprofits for a better community

Father Gene’s Help Center fathergeneshelp.org

To provide dignity through free clothing to people in need within the Milwaukee community.

Feeding America Eastern Wisconsin feedingamericawi.org To solve hunger.

First Stage

firststage.org Touches hearts, engages minds, and transforms lives by creating extraordinary theater experiences for young people and families through professional theater productions.

Florentine Opera Company florentineopera.org

Driven by its mission to produce the full range of operatic works reflecting the highest musical and theatrical standards and to support community and education programs.

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 + Farm Exploration Center explorefoodandfarm.org

Our mission is to educate current and future generations about agricultural innovation and sustainability.

Food for Health, Inc. foodforhealth.org

To disrupt diet-related disease through a comprehensive Medically Tailored Meal program healing those in need.

Food Pantry of Waukesha County waukeshafoodpantry.org

We fund projects and programs that support all of funeral service in building meaningful relationships in the community.

Geneva National Foundation

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

Inspires girls to be joyful, healthy and confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running.

Give Back Wisconsin 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. globalpartnersrunningwaters.org

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.

Good Friend, Inc.

goodfriendinc.com To create autism awareness, teach acceptance of differences, and foster empathy for students on the autism spectrum among their typically-developing peers.

Goodwill Industries of Southeastern Wisconsin and Metropolitan Chicago goodwillsew.com

At Goodwill, our mission is: Connecting The Food Pantry of Waukesha County provides people to work. Preparing people for life. food, hope, and dignity to county residents in need, GPS Education Partners and advocates to increase awareness of hunger gpsed.org in the community through collaborative action An innovative education model that uniquely Franciscan Peacemakers prepares students to succeed in technical franciscanpeacemakers.org careers and promotes viability for business Franciscan Peacemakers provide a pathway while strengthening their communities. to healing for women survivors of sexual Grand Avenue Club exploitation, trauma, and addiction. We grandavenueclub.org offer housing, employment, and a healing An organization that has had a very positive network of support while advocating impact on hundreds of people in our community for an end to human sex trafficking. who struggle with the challenge of mental illness.

Harry & Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center 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.

HEAR Wisconsin hearwi.org

HEAR Wisconsin is a non-profit organization that helps infants, children, and adults with hearing loss by eliminating communication and language barriers through personalized services, technology, and education.

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

hopecenterwi.org

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.

House of Love Youth Homes, Inc. house-of-love.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

HPGM

hpgm.org To connect and unite Hispanic professionals, students and the community with rich heritage, strong leadership and impactful initiatives.

Humane Animal Welfare Society - HAWS hawspets.org

Leads the community in animal welfare and assures sanctuary for animals in need.

Hunger Task Force

hungertaskforce.org

i.c.stars provides opportunities for inner city young adults to harness the strength of technology for social and economic empowerment. By integrating technology training and leadership development, i.c.stars is shaping the next generation of technology leadership.

Ignite The Spirit- Milwaukee

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. hometownheroes.org

Provides support and healing to children and families facing trauma.

Preserves and presents the history of the Jewish people, celebrates the continuum of Jewish culture. The history of American Jews is rooted in thousands of years of searching for freedom of searching for freedom and equality.

JobsWork MKE, Inc. jobsworkmke.org

JobsWork MKE prepares and encourages motivated individuals living in poverty to achieve economic self-sufficiency through sustainable employment.

In Tandem Theatre

intandemtheatre.org

Journey House

journeyhouse.org Journey House empowers families to move out of poverty through adult education, workforce development, and youth development.

wisconsin.ja.org

Junior Achievement prepares young people to successfully navigate their economic future.

JusticePoint

justicepoint.org

Kathy’s House

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.

kgmb.org

Kelly Johnson Foundation kjfwi.org

The Kelly Johnson Foundation (KJF) is a nonprofit that provides scholarship extracurricular supports to high schools in the Midwest.

Kettle Moraine YMCA kmymca.org

Put Christian principles into practice through programs that build healthy spirit, mind and body for all.

Committed to creating innovative, exciting live Kids from Wisconsin theatre designed to inspire, enlighten, provoke kidsfromwisconsin.org and entertain a diverse audience through comedy, The Kids From Wisconsin shall seek out, train drama, musicals, classics and new works. and showcase the musically gifted youth of Wisconsin in a manner which will demonstrate IndependenceFirst independenceFirst.org the outstanding artistic talent, personal character and leadership potential present in Wisconsin’s Our mission is to effectively facilitate greatest natural resource, its young people. empowerment of individuals with disabilities through operations and services. Kinship Community Food Center

Inhabit is a church-based non-profit organization that moves Christian Leaders into the central city of Milwaukee to live and serve.

interfaithmilw.org

Linking Older Adults with a Caring 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.

Lumin Schools

luminschools.org Provide safe, Christian schools focused on educational success, leadership development, and spiritual growth.

Luther Manor Senior Living Community luthermanor.org

To share God’s love by enriching the lives of older adults.

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.

To promote sustainability through clean, healthy, and beautiful communities for generations to come.

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.

A beacon for Christ to the youth of the community.

Lutheran Home Foundation

Ignite The Spirit- Milwaukee is a 100% volunteerdriven 501(c)3 organization working to impact Milwaukee Firefighters and their families in times of need by fundraising to support their mental, physical and emotional well-being.

impactinc.org

lighthouseyouthcenter.com

The mission of the John Michael Kohler Arts Center is to generate a creative exchange between artists and the public.

mkac.org

Keep Greater Milwaukee Beautiful

IMPACT

lifestriders.org

John Michael Kohler Arts Center

ignitethespiritmke.org

Interfaith Older Adult Programs, Inc.

Homeless Assistance Leadership Organization, Inc. (HALO)

jewishmuseummilwaukee.org

We are a nonprofit organization dedicated to the promotion of evidence-informed criminal justice programs, practices, and policies.

icstars.org/portfolio-items/milwaukee

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.

HAPA provides students with rigorous academics, character development, and Hmong cultural values, preparing them to excel in colleges, universities and careers.

Jewish Museum Milwaukee

i.c.stars|Milwaukee

Herzing University

myhapa.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.

Junior Achievement

inhabitmke.org

Hmong American Peace Academy

jewishseniorliving.org

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.

This mission of Heritage Christian Schools is to train and inspire servant leaders through exceptional Christ-center education and programs. Inhabit Milwaukee

herzing.edu

jacksonhousemilwaukee.com

thelutheranhome.org

Lutheran Social Services of Wisconsin & Upper Michigan lsswis.org

Motivated by the compassion of Christ, we help people improve the quality of their lives.

Lynden Sculpture Garden

lyndensculpturegarden.org 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.

MACC Fund - Midwest Athletes Against Childhood Cancer 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.

Malaika Early Learning Center malaikaelc.org

Malaika works collaboratively with families to build a strong academic, social and emotional base in the lives of the children we serve, all of whom deserve opportunities for excellence in education regardless of their socio-economic situation.

Marcus Center for the Performing Arts 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.

Marquette University High School muhs.edu

Kinship Community Food Center engages volunteers and neighborhood residents to end hunger, isolation, and poverty.

Marquette University High School is a Catholic, Jesuit, urban college-preparatory school for young men. It strives to form leaders who are Religious, Loving, Seeking Intellectual Excellence, Committed to Justice and Open to Growth.

Kisses from Keegan & Friends

MATC Foundation, Inc.

Granting wishes and joyful experiences for local kids fighting cancer.

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.

kinshipmke.org

kissesfromkeegan.org

matc.edu/foundation

International Institute of Wisconsin

La Causa, Inc.

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.

To provide children, youth and families with quality, comprehensive services to nurture healthy Meals On Wheels of Sheboygan County, Inc. family life and enhance community stability.

iiwisconsin.org

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.

lacausa.org

Freshmealsonwheels.org

Lad Lake

ladlake.org Guiding Growth. Reaching Potential. Living Responsibly.

Life Navigators

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.

To enhance the quality of independent living through affordable, nutritious, home-delivered meals and caring social interaction.

Menomonee Valley Partners renewthevalley.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

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Mental Health America of Wisconsin

Milwaukee Film

MPC Endowment Ltd.

MHA of Wisconsin is dedicated to improving the mental health of all individuals through Advocacy, Education and Service.

A nonprofit arts organization dedicated to entertaining, educating, and engaging our community through cinematic experiences, with a vision to make Milwaukee a center for film culture

Promote and support excellence in journalism in metro Milwaukee by funding journalism student scholarships, career development, programming, and participation by high school and college journalism students in journalism conferences.

mhawisconsin.org

MENTOR Greater Milwaukee milwaukeementor.com

MENTOR Greater Milwaukee will increase Mentoring relationships by building the capacity of existing mentoring organizations matching a caring adult with children in need through safe, effective mentoring programs throughout Greater Milwaukee.

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.

mkefilm.org

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

Meta House ends the generational cycle of addiction by healing women and strengthening families.

Milwaukee Academy of Science

Milwaukee NARI Foundation, Inc.

An exemplary leader in STEM education, is to graduate urban students prepared to compete successfully at the post-secondary level.

Create awareness of the home improvement and remodeling industry through educational programs and community activities.

Milwaukee Achiever Literacy Services, Inc.

Milwaukee PBS

metahouse.org

milwaukeeacademyofscience.org

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.

Milwaukee Area Land Conservancy MKEConservancy.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 Art Museum mam.org

The Milwaukee Art Museum collects and preserves art, presenting it to the community as a vital source of inspiration and education.

Milwaukee Ballet

milwaukeeballet.org Milwaukee Ballet transforms lives and connects communities through inspiring performance, community engagement, education and training.

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

milwaukeenarifoundation.org

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.

Milwaukee Public Theatre

milwaukeepublictheatre.org Milwaukee Public Theatre, Ltd. (“MPT”) is a professional not-for-profit touring company that increases awareness of current social issues, promotes cultural diversity, and provides healing arts resources.

Milwaukee Repertory Theater MilwaukeeRep.com

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.

Provides exceptional choral music education and performance experiences to children, ages 4-18, that foster creativity, personal expression and social growth.

Milwaukee Rescue Mission

Milwaukee Christian Center

Milwaukee Succeeds

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 College Prep milwcollegeprep.com

Knowledge plus character pave the road to college and beyond.

Milwaukee Community Sailing Center sailingcenter.org

To promote sailing and make Lake Michigan accessible to everyone in the Milwaukee community through quality programs.

Milwaukee County Historical Society MilwaukeeHistory.net

The Milwaukee County Historical Society was founded in 1935 to collect, preserve and make available materials relating to the history of the Milwaukee community.

Milwaukee Debate League

milwaukeedebateleague.org

milmission.org

Faithfully served those who are homeless and poor in Milwaukee since 1893.

milwaukeesucceeds.org/who-we-are/ 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.

The mission of the Milwaukee Debate League is to measurably improve students’ academic achievement and their expectations of themselves Missionary Currie for Women and Children Inc. by engaging in rigorous academic policy debate.

Milwaukee Excellence Charter School mkeexcellence.org

Milwaukee Excellence Charter School’s mission is to provide a high-quality 6th-12th grade education for its students that promotes financial stability, inspires personal freedom, and builds a legacy.

missionarycurrieinc.org

To share God’s love and care, by strengthening the community by providing supportive services to women and children who are in need.

MKE Plays

milwaukee.gov/mkeplays MKE Plays transforms underutilized public spaces into high-quality neighborhood parks.

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Museum of Wisconsin Art (MOWA) wisconsinart.org

MOWA celebrates the value, diversity, and uniqueness of the visual arts and artists of This is achieved by collecting, Milwaukee Homeless Veterans Initiative Wisconsin. conserving, documenting, exhibiting, mhvivets.org and promoting aesthetic understandings Our mission is to help homeless and of the visual arts of Wisconsin. at-risk veterans reach and maintain their Muslim Community and Health Center highest levels of independence.

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.

Meta House

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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 SocietyWisconsin 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.

Nativity Jesuit Academy nativityjesuit.org

With a Nativity education, students are poised for a life of caring, compassion, and Christian leadership and service.

Outreach Community Health Centers, Inc.

Project Hope, Inc.

Royal Academy of Dance USA

Project Hope, Inc., is committed to the improving lives of adults with disabilities and the homeless or those at risk for becoming homeless through providing adult family homes and single room occupancy homes.

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.

Racine Art Museum Association, Inc.

Running Rebels Community Organization

The mission of the Racine Art Museum is to exhibit, collect, preserve, and educate in the contemporary visual arts.

Running Rebels guides Milwaukee youth into adulthood through mentoring, positive programming, and community connection.

Racine Symphony Orchestra

Safe & Sound, Inc.

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.

The mission of the Racine Symphony Orchestra is to enrich, educate, and entertain our communities through the power of music.

We unite residents, youth, law enforcement and community resources to build safe and empowered neighborhoods.

Racine Theatre Guild

Saint Joan Antida High School

Pathfinders

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.

Through the powerful influence of a Catholic-based education for young women, St. Joan Antida High school embraces the individuality of each student, engages her intellect, and empowers her to positively impact the community with confidence

ochc-milw.org

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.

Ozaukee Family Services

OzaukeeFamilyServices.org Improving lives to help families succeed

Paralyzed Veterans of America - WI Chapter wisconsinpva.org

PathfindersMKE.org Pathfinders’ mission is Empowering Youth. Changing Lives. Our vision is to ensure all youth are safe, healthy, independent, successful and valued.

Peace Learning Center of Milwaukee plcmke.org

To be a catalyst in the community for nonviolent conflict management, and respect for self, others, and the environment.

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.

North Shore Montessori School montessorinorthshore.org

To provide authentic Montessori education as the pathway to an emotionally and intellectually fulfilling life.

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.

NorthShore Classical Academy ncawi.org

Our mission is to deliver a holistic high school education, filled with truth, which equips students with confidence, knowledge, and virtue.

Notre Dame School of Milwaukee notredamemke.org

Notre Dame School of Milwaukee, a Catholic school sponsored by the School Sisters of Notre Dame, challenges our students to reach their full potential as individuals, empowering them to direct their God-given gifts toward transforming their community.

Operation DREAM, Inc. operation-dream.org

Operation DREAM provides holistic support and developmental opportunities for boys and young men ages 4 to 24 and their families who live in low income neighborhoods in Milwaukee.

Operation FINALLY HOME ofhwisconsin.com

saintjoanantida.org

Rebuilding Together Greater Milwaukee rtmilwaukee.org

Savage Support Corp. savagesupport.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.

PEARLS for Teen Girls

Our mission is to attract, retain, and elevate educators of color. Creating a culture of inclusivity through mentorship, accountability, and partnership.

pearlsforteengirls.com

Penfield Children’s Center

Redeem and Restore Center

Re-Imagine Education, Inc. re-imagineed.org

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

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.

Plymouth Art Foundation, Inc. plymoutharts.org

To Enliven the Spirit of our Community, and to Enrich the Lives of All, by Providing Diverse Experiences in the Arts.

Polish Heritage Alliance

Developing, supporting, and promoting the arts by providing experiences that inspire creativity and connect people.

Remedy Solution Services, Inc. remedysolutionservices.org

Schlitz Audubon Nature Center

Our mission is to empower every person on the planet to achieve more out of life. To empower men and women and youth and provide human development, sustainability training and essential resources to men and women encouraging independence.

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

Works to close the Milwaukee achievement gap by increasing the number of high-quality schools available to all students in our community.

Revitalize Milwaukee

SecureFutures

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.

Provides financial literacy programs and resources that empower students to make sound financial decisions

freehomerepairs.org

securefutures.org

Seeds of Health, Inc. seedsofhealth.org

River Revitalization Foundation

riverrevitalizationfoundation.org 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.

Riveredge Nature Center

riveredgenaturecenter.org

To promote understanding and appreciation of Polish heritage and culture as embodied in traditions, history, language, current affairs and the arts

Portal, inc.

Rocketship Public Schools Milwaukee

To enhance opportunities for people with disabilities to participate fully in their community as valued neighbors, productive workers & respected citizens.

Our mission at Rocketship Public Schools is to catalyze transformative change in underserved communities through a scalable and sustainable public school model that propels student achievement, develops exceptional educators, and partners with parents.

portalinc.org

Present Music

presentmusic.org Present Music engages artists and audiences in imaginative and provocative experiences with new music through ensemble performance, education and commissioning.

Our Next Generation

Professional Fire Fighters of Wisconsin Charitable Foundation, Inc.

wisconsin.preventblindness.org Improves the lives of children, adults, and families through early detection of eye conditions to prevent blindness and preserve sight.

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.

To drive community-based collaboration that helps to prevent and respond to trauma and create a more resilient Milwaukee.

schauercenter.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.

polishcenterofwisconsin.org

Scaling Wellness in Milwaukee (SWIM)

Schauer Arts & Activities Center

Provides therapy services, Early Education and Care, a Special Care Nursery, family services and Renaissance Theaterworks the Behavior Clinic. We also serve children through r-t-w.com/index.html Milwaukee County’s Birth-to-Three program. Create moving theater that awakens our Pewaukee Area Arts Council recognition of what it is to be human.

Prevent Blindness Wisconsin

A community-based organization that provides academic support and enrichment programs for students, kindergarten through high school, in central Milwaukee.

racinetheatre.org

swimmke.org

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.

ongkids.org

safesound.org

Together, we love, restore, and support women escaping sex trafficking and exploitation.

penfieldchildren.org

Neu-Life Community Development

racinesymphony.org

runningrebels.org

redeemandrestore.org

ptpie.org

To empower youth with the skills and strategies to make their best life choices.

To build a strong community by strengthening individuals, families, and the neighborhood.

ramart.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.

PEACE through PIE

neu-life.org

nh-milw.org

radusa.org

A grassroots, all-volunteer 501c3 providing practical aid beyond medical care to those fighting breast cancer in Southeast WI. Founded in 2015 by a breast cancer survivor, we strive to provide a better quality of life by subsidizing needs not covered by insurance.

Improving quality of life and strengthening our community one girl at a time by empowering young women with self-development tools, guidance and support to become their best selves by living out the PEARLS values: Personal Responsibility, Empathy, Awareness, Respect, Leadership and Support.

Neighborhood House of Milwaukee

projecthopeinc.com

rocketshipschools.org/area/milwaukee

Rogers Behavioral Health Foundation rogersbhfoundation.org

Rogers Behavioral Health Foundation is a nonprofit organization on a mission 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 Eastern WI rmhc-easternwi.org

To keep families together and promote the health and well-being of children.

Our mission is to meet the unique needs of urban children through small schools in a caring, personal environment.

Senior Friends Inc.

hartfordseniorcenter.com The intended purpose of Senior Friends, Inc. is to bring comradeship, love, harmony, and educational programs, and to meet the social needs of all for a brighter future.

Serving Older Adults of Southeast Wisconsin Inc. servingolderadults.org

The mission of Serving Older Adults is to provide opportunities and services to adults 50 and better.

Seton Catholic Schools

setoncatholicschools.com A transformational educational system committed to overcoming academic and social challenges, empowering students, families and educators to attain their God-given potential.

Shakespeare in the Park optimisttheatre.org

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.

SHARP Literacy

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.

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Shepherds College

St. Marcus School

The Gathering of Southeast WI, Inc.

TRUE Skool

Walnut Way Conservation Corp

Exists to educate and train students with intellectual and developmental disabilities by equipping them to reach Appropriate Independence™.

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.

TRUE Skool’s mission is to ENGAGE , EDUCATE & EMPOWER youth and communities through transformative Creative Arts and Hip Hop Culture!

Our mission is to sustain an economically diverse and neighborly community through civic engagement, environmental stewardship and economic enterprise.

Sherman Phoenix Foundation

St. Vincent de Paul Society of Milwaukee

The Gathering is a Milwaukee nonprofit dedicated to providing meals and associated services to those who would otherwise go hungry or without. We respect the dignity and values of every individual we serve and value our volunteers who allow us to serve the community.

shepherdscollege.edu

shermanphoenix.com/foundation

stmarcus.org/school

svdpmilw.org

thegatheringwis.org

The Grace Foundation

The Sherman Phoenix Foundation is a Milwaukee-based non-profit organization whose mission is to revitalize and uplift Milwaukee’s community of color through cultural celebration, entrepreneurship support, and wellness resources.

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.

Shorewood House (a division of Meta House)

Assist emotional trauma survivors to release their grief, rage and shame; and allow joy, productivity and prosperity back into their and their families lives.

The Jane Bradley Pettit Foundation, Inc.

Stars and Stripes Honor Flight

The Parenting Network

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.

Strengthen Parenting and Prevent Child Abuse

MetaHouse.org

Shorewood House (a division of Meta House) ends the generational cycle of addiction by healing women and strengthening families.

Siebert Lutheran Foundation siebertfoundation.org

The Siebert Lutheran Foundation stewards its resources and relationships and fosters partnerships to enable the Lutheran Christian community to be more effective, collaborative, and innovative.

Silver Spring Neighborhood Center ssnc-milw.org

To build a safer, stronger neighborhood and community on Milwaukee’s northwest side.

Sirona Recovery

sironarecovery.org Improving the quality of life for individuals and strengthening communities through collaboration, shared resources and multidisciplinary problem-solving strategies.

Sixteenth Street Community Health Centers

Starfish Foundation starfishfound.org

starsandstripeshonorflight.org

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.

Summit Educational Association summitea.org

Summit works to establish high goals for the educational excellence and character development of children in the inner-city.

Susan G. Komen Southeast Wisconsin komensoutheastwi.org

It’s simple. Komen Southeast Wisconsin is fighting breast cancer. How? Funding programs sschc.org that support those in the fight to save lives. To improve the health and well-being of Milwaukee Educating individuals about breast cancer risk and surrounding communities by providing factors, the importance of early detection and quality, patient-centered, family-based health the resources that are available to them. care, health education and social service, free Tailwaggers 911 from linguistic, cultural and economic barriers. tailwaggers911.com

Skylight Music Theatre

skylightmusictheatre.org To bring the full spectrum of music theatre works to a wide and diverse audience in celebration of the musical and theatrical arts and their reflection of the human condition.

Sleep in Heavenly Peace Racine/ Kenosha Chapter shpbeds.org

No Kid Sleeps on the Floor in Our Town.

Sojourner Family Peace Center familypeacecenter.org

To transform lives impacted by domestic violence.

South Milwaukee Performing Arts Center

Homeless But Not Helpless... Saving One Life At a Time.

TBEY Arts Center, Inc. tbey.org

Strengthens youth ages 6-19 through exposure to the arts and opportunities for creative expression. Receive professional arts instruction, enjoy performances and exhibits, and receive tutoring, mentoring and coaching to achieve academically.

Teens Grow Greens

teensgrowgreens.org 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.

southmilwaukeepac.org

The Ability Center

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.

tacwi.org

To provide people impacted by disabilities with a daily opportunity to be fit, active, healthy, and to play.

St. Ann Center For Intergenerational Care

The Catholic Community Foundation

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. Augustine Preparatory augprep.org

To provide an exceptional, safe, and holistic K4-12 Christian education that develops our students to be tomorrow’s leaders.

St. Coletta of Wisconsin, Inc. 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

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

jbpf.org

Provide funds to initiate and sustain projects in the Greater Milwaukee community.

theparentingnetwork.org

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.

War Memorial Center

Provides programs and services which improve the employment, educational, health and housing opportunities of under-served populations.

warmemorialcenter.org Honor the dead - serve the living.

United Community Center

wastecap.org

unitedcc.org

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.

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 Salvation Army of Milwaukee County

The largest independent, professional, academic organization in the world dedicated to advancing the discipline of entrepreneurship.

The Salvation Army is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church.

United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County

SAmilwaukee.org

The Salvation Army Waukesha County WaukeshaSalvationArmy.org

To preach the Gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination. Services include: Largest men’s emergency shelter in Waukesha County, hot meal program that serves 300 nutritious suppers weekly, much more.

The Threshold, Incorporated thresholdinc.org

Creating opportunities for individuals with disabilities to live fulfilling lives.

The TMJ Association, Ltd. tmj.org

The TMJ Association’s mission is to improve the quality of health care and lives of everyone affected by temporomandibular disorders.

The Water Council

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.

Three Harbors Council, Boy Scouts of America threeharborsscouting.org

UnitedWayGMWC.org

The mission is to support the Univ. of WI-Parkside by raising funds that enhance access to educational excellence and promote mutually beneficial partnerships. Working with donors, the Foundation provides scholarships and other opportunities that positively benefit students and the campus.

Urban Ecology Center

urbanecologycenter.org Fosters ecological understanding as inspiration for change, neighborhood by neighborhood.

USGBC Wisconsin

usgbc.org/chapters/usgbc-wisconsin 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. wi.uso.org

Villa St. Francis

The Difference Principle

transcenterforyouth.org

Vision Forward Association

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.

Empower, educate, and enhance the lives of individuals impacted by vision loss through all of life’s transitions.

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.

thefirstteesoutheastwisconsin.org

sjamilwaukee.org

Educate children to be successful life-long learners and problem solvers.

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.

WCTC Foundation, Inc. wctc.edu

wellpoint.org

We help children and families thrive by restoring connections that promote equity, learning, healing and wellness.

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 Hero Outdoors wiherooutdoors.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.

TransCenter for Youth, Inc.

The preservation, restoration and enhancement of the Basilica of St. Josaphat as an historical landmark, center of spirituality

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.

Providing life-enriching assistance to Wisconsin children challenged by physical disabilities.

Home to the world-renowned Blood Research Institute which brings together outstanding minds with unparalleled experience in medical and scientific expertise.

villastfrancis.org Villa St. Francis continues the ministry of Jesus by providing person-centered care to meet the contemporary needs of aging individuals and their families.

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.org

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.

Wisconsin Wine Society wisconsinwine.org

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.

Women and Girls Fund of Waukesha County

waukeshafoundation.org

Wisconsin Historical Society

versiti.org

WRTP/BIG STEP is industry-led, worker-centered and community-focused. 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.

Waukesha County Community Foundation

Variety - The Children’s Charity of WI

Versiti Blood Research Institute

wrtp.org

WisHope Inc.

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.

varietywi.org

Wisconsin Regional Training Partnership, Inc. (WRTP/BIG STEP)

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.

Help connect Veterans, First Responders, and their families to outdoor activities in Wisconsinoor activities to address both the physical and mental health challenges brought on by the stresses of service and ultimately aide in the prevention of suicide

Vince Lombardi Cancer Foundation

The First Tee of Southeast Wisconsin

waukeshacivictheatre.org

Wellpoint Care Network

uwp.edu/giving

The TOPS mission is to help and support our members as they take off and keep off pounds sensibly. Our vision is to help all people live healthier lifestyles through our low cost, evidence-based programming.

St. Josaphat Basilica Foundation

Waukesha Civic Theatre

University of Wisconsin-Parkside Foundation

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.

differenceprinciple.org

To provide waste reduction and recycling assistance for the benefit of business and the environment.

To assist the students of Waukesha County Technical College in achieving their educational goals.

TOPS Club, Inc. tops.org

WasteCap Resource Solutions

To changes lives and improves our community by mobilizing people and resources to drive strategic impact in health, education, and financial stability.

The Convergence Resource Center convergenceresource.org

walnutway.org

umos.org

Better the lives of those affected by depression by increasing public awareness of the disease and its devastating effects.

We offer various management and administrative services to nonprofit organizations leaving staff free to fulfill their agency’s mission, vision, and goals.

St. Joseph Academy

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.

UMOS

The mission of the Boy Scouts of America is to prepare young people to make ethical and moral choices over their lifetimes by instilling in them the values of the Scout Oath and Law.

To serve and educate children with special needs in inclusive environments enabling them to reach their greatest potential.

thebasilicafoundation.org

givinggrace.org

trueskool.org

wisconsinhistory.org

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

wishope.org

At Wishope it is our mission to provide resources, education, and support to Wisconsin communities and individuals impacted by addiction and mental health.

wgfwaukeshacounty.org

Dedicated to advancing the health, well-being, education and empowerment of women and girls in Waukesha County by growing our endowment to provide financial grants and support.

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.

Women’s Fund of Greater Milwaukee womensfundmke.org

To activate philanthropy to advance equity for women. We are addressing issues that impact women and girls in our community at their core. We focus on economic empowerment, leadership development and education.

Woodland Pattern Book Center woodlandpattern.org

Woodland Pattern Book Center is 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.

You Are The Hero Inc. youarethehero.org

Our Mission at You Are The Hero is providing hope and support to children and families living with chronic illness. Our heroes and their stories educate and empower children and inspire communities.

Young Nonprofit Professionals NetworkGreater Milwaukee Chapter ynpnmke.org

Helping emerging leaders and young professionals enhance the nonprofit sector.

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

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.

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.

Wisconsin Pink Shawl Initiative dreamthecure.org

Reduce breast cancer in American Indian communities through education, advocacy and service and to increase the number of American Indian women accessing screening opportunities.

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