Women's Fund of Greater Milwaukee

The Women's Fund of Greater Milwaukee is a community foundation dedicated to advancing equity for women, girls, and gender-expansive people through strategic philanthropy and community engagement. For nearly four decades, the organization has mobilized collective giving to address systemic inequities and create lasting change across Milwaukee, WI and the surrounding region. The Women's Fund operates at the intersection of action and equity, providing multiple pathways for impact including strategic grants to nonprofit organizations, HER Scholarships for women pursuing higher education, and Flash Grants designed to spark innovation. The organization curates educational programs and convenes community conversations that foster understanding and drive cultural transformation around gender equity issues. As the only foundation in Milwaukee exclusively focused on advancing equity for women and girls, the Women's Fund leverages data-driven approaches to tackle critical challenges including economic equality, workplace safety, leadership development, and self-determination. Their work addresses documented disparities—such as the underrepresentation of women in STEM fields in Wisconsin and the significant gender gap in philanthropic funding directed toward women-focused organizations. Through programs like Cinematic Sisterhood film series, WF Presents educational events, and Laundry Night community gatherings, the organization creates spaces for dialogue, learning, and collective action. The Women's Fund also demonstrates deep commitment to indigenous communities and land acknowledgment, providing targeted support to Indigenous women and organizations serving Indigenous populations in Greater Milwaukee. By activating philanthropy and fostering unity around shared values of inclusion, leadership, equity, and sustainability, the Women's Fund of Greater Milwaukee continues building a stronger future where all women thrive.