The Greater Milwaukee Foundation has more than 1,500 funds and each is as unique as the donor who created it. Learn more about the legacy that our donors are leaving through their funds and the difference they are making in our community.
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Hank AaronThanks to a former Milwaukee Brewer, area youth are chasing their dreams on and off the field. Read More>> |
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Cecilia BorentischOne woman’s career path wasn’t easy but through a bequest, she is making sure other students don’t face the same challenges. Read More>> |
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James and Reopa BrownThrough retirement and their donor advised fund, these childhood sweethearts are sharing the many blessings they have received over their lifetime. Read More>> |
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Andrea and Anthony BryantThey hold the key to the city of Waukesha and use their fund to continue investing in its growth. Read More>> |
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Bucyrus InternationalDonor advised fund used as vehicle to preserve manufacturer’s legacy within greater Milwaukee community. Read More>> |
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Jenny and Marshall ChayA career at the Golden Arches gives Wauwatosa couple a golden opportunity to give back. Read More>> |
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Christin CleaverGranddaughter of manufacturing entrepreneur uses her grandparents' fund to help bring happiness, harmony into area lives. Read More>> |
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Lucy CohnNurse uses Foundation fund to pay it forward after lifetime of giving back. Read More>> |
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Farnham FamilyFamily values serve as guiding force behind one family's grantmaking. Read More>> |
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Ted and Jeanne HasbrookHow one Arizona couple feels at home, though they live nearly 2,000 miles away. Read More>> |
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Mary HenszeyA fellow philanthropist and Oconomowoc resident inspires woman to strengthen sense of community through her own fund. Read More>> |
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High Point FundArts community comes together to support work of Milwaukee’s African-American artists Read More>> |
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Judy and Gary JorgensenPhilanthropy is a multi-generational family affair for one Oconomowoc couple. Read More>> |
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Joe and Annie KennedyFormer teachers are channeling their passion for education and Milwaukee children into their philanthropy. Read More>> |
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Judy KeyesA Milwaukee native expands her philanthropic horizon and that of her grandchildren through her donor advised fund. Read More>> |
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Bill and Christie KruglerWhitefish Bay couple are partners in life, philanthropy and building a better Milwauke |
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Catherine and Walter LindsayThird generation of Scotland native carries on family’s legacy of giving with Foundation’s help. Read more>> |
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Justin Philipp MeyerGreenfield couple celebrates son’s life and legacy through memorial fund. Read More>> |
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Bob MondayThrough his donor advised fund, Brookfield grandfather teaches the next generation about gratitude and giving back |
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Mary L. NohlMore than a decade has passed since her death, but through her fund, a local artist is creating new art opportunities for the next generation. Read more>> |
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Dick PaddockThe seeds of philanthropy from one former Time Insurance Co. chairman grew into 400 acres of flora and fauna in Mequon. Read More>> |
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Gertrude Payton and Shelia PaytonOne family’s scholarship fund gives them the opportunity to help African American students fulfill their educational dreams. Read more>> |
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Joan RobertsonDaughter of outspoken pacifist and suffragette charts her own course toward building a better world through philanthropy. Read more>> |
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Roger and Cindy SchausA couple’s passion for creating opportunities for others in need leads to creation of donor advised fund. Read more>>
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Dorothy ShawBrief mention in woman’s bequest leads to research program that has invested more than $12 million over the past 30 years. Read More>> |
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Irv TerchakUnassuming millionaire next door leaves library generous thank you. Read More>> |
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Three Bridges ParkAgency endowment seen as critical piece for Three Bridges Park to create a lasting legacy for the community |
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Mary TingleyThe art of making a difference – beautifully. Read more>> |
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Andy Wright and Charlie Wright Jr.Young professionals from River Hills are building their charitable legacy while building their careers. Read More>> |
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Doug and Sharon ZieglerWest Bend philanthropic power couple use their fund to grow the community’s next generation of leaders. Read more>> |
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