Nonprofit
News and updates from southeastern Wisconsin’s nonprofit sector, including leadership changes, funding, and impact.
African American Leadership Alliance of Milwaukee names first CEO
The African American Leadership Alliance of Milwaukee has named Deneine Powell as its first president and chief executive officer.
Danceworks CEO stepping down
Deborah Farris, the chief executive officer of Milwaukee-based nonprofit Danceworks, is stepping down after leading the organization for nearly two decades.
Archdiocese of Milwaukee sells two properties for $9 million total
The Archdiocese of Milwaukee recently sold land in Franklin and a building on Milwaukee’s west side in transactions totaling...
Cream City Foundation names new CEO
Milwaukee-based Cream City Foundation has named Gary Balcerzak as its president and chief executive officer.
Balcerzak was previously vice president...
Milwaukee Art Museum workers seek to unionize
Employees at the Milwaukee Art Museum are taking steps to unionize with the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace...
Northwestern Mutual commits $2 million to Milwaukee neighborhood organizations
The Northwestern Mutual Foundation is awarding $2 million in grants to nonprofit organizations serving Milwaukee’s Amani, Metcalfe Park and Muskego Way neighborhoods
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Wisconsin’s arts and culture industry among the hardest hit sectors by COVID-19, report says
One-third of those employed in the arts, entertainment and recreation sector filed initial unemployment claims in the first five months of the COVID-19 pandemic in Wisconsin, making it one of the hardest-hit industries in the state, according to a new report.Â
BizTimes seeks nominations for Nonprofit Excellence Awards
BizTimes Milwaukee is seeking nominations for its annual Nonprofit Excellence Awards program.
Nonprofit plans $6.5 million renovation of Midtown park
The Kellogg PEAK Initiative, a Milwaukee-based nonprofit that runs social-emotional learning and leadership programs for youth, announced plans for...
Milwaukee Public Museum announces reopening date
In its first phase of reopening, the museum will require visitors to reserve a one-time entry ticket in advance of their visit and to wear masks. MPM has been closed since March 15 due to coronavirus concerns.