Nonprofit
News and updates from southeastern Wisconsin’s nonprofit sector, including leadership changes, funding, and impact.
Milwaukee Public Museum provides fundraising update for new museum
The Milwaukee Public Museum had raised $12.2 million in its private fundraising efforts for its new downtown museum, as of last month.
Courage MKE plans to open housing for displaced young adults
Courage MKE, the nonprofit operator of a home on Milwaukee’s south side for displaced LGBTQ+ youth, plans to purchase another property that would provide housing to young adults aging out of the foster care system.
America’s Black Holocaust Museum buys nearby Community Warehouse building in Bronzeville
America's Black Holocaust Museum has purchased the Community Warehouse Inc. building cater-cornered from the museum in Milwaukee's Bronzeville neighborhood for $950,000, according to state records.
Brewers hold fundraisers for families impacted by Waukesha Christmas Parade tragedy
The Milwaukee Brewers on Monday announced two fundraisers for the United for Waukesha Community Fund, which supports the needs of families impacted by the Waukesha Christmas Parade crash.
Next Generation Leadership: Wes Warne, director of ticket sales and career advancement, Milwaukee Bucks
Wes Warne, director of ticket sales and career advancement for the Milwaukee Bucks, is a founding member of Young...
In-Kind Supporter: Great Lakes Roofing Corp.
Germantown-based Great Lakes Roofing Corp. has been offering free roofing assistance and repairs to home and commercial building owners...
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Corporate Volunteer of the Year: Joseph Scala, sales representative, Metalcraft Automation Group
Joseph Scala, a sales representative with Metalcraft Automation Group, has volunteered with Alzheimer’s Association and other nonprofit organizations for...
Corporate Citizen of the Year: Yabuki Family Foundation
In July, the Yabuki Family Foundation announced a $20 million gift to bolster mental and behavioral health care services...
Social Enterprise: Franciscan Peacemakers
In 2012, Franciscan Peacemakers started Gifts for the Journey, a social enterprise that sells bar soaps and other bath...
Nonprofit Organization of the Year – Small: Silver Spring Neighborhood Center
As part of its mission of building a stronger and safer community on Milwaukee’s northwest side, Silver Spring Neighborhood...
