On Tuesday, December 2, 2025, The Greater Milwaukee Foundation(GMF) announced the recipients of its 2025 Greater Together Civic Awards. They include: Roger and Cindy Schaus who received the 2025 William C. Frye Award; Melody McCurtis and Danell Cross who received the 2025 Frank Kirkpatrick Award; Dr. Victor Amaya who received the Doug Jansson Leadership Award; and Pardeep … [Read more...] about Impactful Civic Leaders Honored By Greater Milwaukee Foundation
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Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue January 8, 2026
Click on the cover page image below to view or download the full paper PDF Link to image file↗ This issue features: Northcott Neighborhood House hosts candle light vigil; Greater Milwaukee Foundation hosts 2025 Greater Together Civic Awards"; MCTS to raise fares, adjust service in 2026; Being Frank: Time to Move On; Why Christians must speak out against 'Christian … [Read more...] about Milwaukee Times Digital Edition Issue January 8, 2026
Spectrum awards Greater Milwaukee Urban League $45,000 Digital Education Grant
On Wednesday, July 19, 2023, Spectrum awarded the Greater Milwaukee Foundation $45,000 as part of Spectrum’s Digital Education Grant Program. A portion of the grant is being used for a Microsoft Office Certification class for students in Milwaukee. A check presentation took place during the class, and each of the participants in the class received a new Google Chromebook … [Read more...] about Spectrum awards Greater Milwaukee Urban League $45,000 Digital Education Grant
America’s Black Holocaust Museum receives a $10-million commitment
America’s Black Holocaust Museum (ABHM) is the recipient of a $10 million commitment made by an anonymous donor through the Greater Milwaukee Foundation. This transformational commitment is in support of ABHM’s recent announcement to reopen on February 25, 2022, and a strategic plan by NMBL Strategies that provides a roadmap to growth and sustainability for generations to … [Read more...] about America’s Black Holocaust Museum receives a $10-million commitment
WestCare Wisconsin holds ‘Drive-Thru Resource Fair & Food Pantry’
From August 5 - September 17, 2020, West Care Wisconsin, Feeding America, and the Greater Milwaukee Foundation have been hosting a regular "Drive-Thru Resource Fair and Food Pantry," at the Clinton Rose Senior Center, 3045 N. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Dr. During this event, families in need can drive up to access WestCare's food pantry as well as other services … [Read more...] about WestCare Wisconsin holds ‘Drive-Thru Resource Fair & Food Pantry’
Transforming neighborhoods where we work, live and play
As Wisconsin’s largest community foundation, the Greater Milwaukee Foundation is a catalyst for positive change in Milwaukee through the generosity of its donors and strength of its community partnerships. Hand in hand with the community, the Foundation has driven investment and impact in education, youth engagement, and economic development to support people where they … [Read more...] about Transforming neighborhoods where we work, live and play