Foundation’s extended family helps region thrive
Philanthropy done together is done best. Through our partner foundations in Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Washington and Waukesha counties, the Greater Milwaukee Foundation helps donors make the greatest impact where they live, work and care most.
The Cream City Foundation, Greater Cedarburg Foundation, Oconomowoc Area Foundation and West Bend Community Foundation are each led by a volunteer board — local leaders who understand their community’s unique needs and strengths and give of their time and talent to help move their community forward. While these foundations, also known as supporting organizations, focus on directing grants to vital local initiatives, the Greater Milwaukee Foundation provides administrative support, donor services, investment expertise, communications and program guidance to ensure that every gift goes even further.
This collaborative approach not only strengthens individual communities but also enhances the well-being of the entire greater Milwaukee region, creating a more connected, resilient, economically attractive and thriving future for all.
West Bend Community Foundation