Nonprofit
News and updates from southeastern Wisconsin’s nonprofit sector, including leadership changes, funding, and impact.
SC Johnson donates $5.5 million for Gateway Technical College scholarships
SC Johnson is donating $5.5 million to Gateway Technical College to create scholarships for women, people of color and low-income students pursuing STEM-related career fields.
United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County unveils plans for $25 million MacKenzie Scott gift
Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott donated $25 million to the United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County when she gifted billions in donations to organizations across the country late last year.
Hebron House plans renovations at its three shelters
Hebron Housing Services said it has received funding to make major capital improvements to its three shelters in Waukesha.
Former Milwaukee Public Museum CEO named Yerkes Observatory executive director
The nonprofit operator of Yerkes Observatory has named Dennis Kois, the former leader of the Milwaukee Public Museum, as its next executive director.
Marquette University gifted $31 million for College of Nursing
Philanthropists Darren and Tracy Jackson are donating $31 million to support Marquette University's College of Nursing students and programs, president Michael Lovell announced Thursday.
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‘Hamilton’ to return to the Marcus Center this fall
Broadway smash hit “Hamilton” will make its return to the Marcus Performing Arts Center in October.
Milwaukee Rep makes more changes to its season
In another readjustment to its season, Milwaukee Repertory Theater is canceling all of its live performances through most of April due to COVID-19.
Angela Adams promoted to new C-suite position at Goodwill
Goodwill Industries of Southeastern Wisconsin and Metropolitan Chicago, Inc. has promoted Angela Adams to a newly created position of chief communications and diversity officer.
Milwaukee Public Museum picks firms to design, build its new home
The Milwaukee Public Museum announced the firms that will design and oversee the construction of its new home in downtown Milwaukee.
