1895 Bancorp of Wisconsin Community Foundation, Inc. Grants

1895 Bancorp of Wisconsin Community Foundation, Inc. Grants is sponsored by PyraMax Bank (1895 Bancorp of Wisconsin Community Foundation, Inc.). The 1895 Bancorp of Wisconsin Community Foundation, Inc. , supported by PyraMax Bank, makes monetary donations to various organizations and charities annually.

Community Giving - PyraMax Bank Supporting Southeastern Wisconsin When most people hear the words “community bank,” they forget to emphasize the most important part of that phrase — community. PyraMax Bank is committed to the communities in which we serve. We are honored and proud to support multiple community programs and organizations through various charitable employee initiatives and monetary donations.

PyraMax Bank generously donates to various organizations and charities annually, in addition to our employees’ providing numerous hours of volunteer work. In doing this, we hope to enrich the communities and support the people who have chosen to rely on us for their financial needs. Below is an overview of some of the ways that PyraMax Bank puts the community in “community bank.

” Wisconsin Women's Business Initiative Corporation (WWBIC) PyraMax Bank has been a dedicated supporter of the Wisconsin Women's Business Initiative Corporation since 2008. WWBIC is a leading innovative statewide economic development corporation whose mission is "Putting Dreams to Work."

WWBIC opens the doors of opportunity by providing any individuals who are interested in starting, strengthening, or expanding businesses with access to resources such as financial products and quality business and personal financial training.

PyraMax Bank holds an annual fundraiser to benefit the United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County, which is an independently-governed 501(c)3 nonprofit organization connected to a network of more than 1,400 local United Ways through United Way Worldwide.

United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County changes lives and improves our community by mobilizing people and resources to drive strategic impact in health, education, and financial stability. Learn more about United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County One of the biggest ways to enrich a community is being able to create affordable housing for all.

PyraMax Bank proudly works with the Wisconsin Housing and Economic Development Authority (WHEDA) to create affordable housing programs for low-income families throughout Southeastern Wisconsin. We are a partner in WHEDA’s Tax Advantage program, which was introduced in 2013. Together, we look to make owning an affordable home a reality for many people who would have otherwise never had that opportunity.

2024 Donations and Sponsorships PyraMax Bank is proud to have made monetary donations to the following organizations: American Lung Association - Fight for Air Climb Cedarburg Merc's Baseball Foursis Dance & Gymnastics Greenfield High School - DECA Program Johnathon Daniel Luoma Foundation Mukwonago Athletic Booster Club Mukwonago Community Library New Berlin Pumas Select Baseball Ozaukee Economic Development Foundation Phantom Junction Stage - Mukwonago South Milwaukee Fire Department South Milwaukee Heritage Days Parade South Milwaukee Knights of Columbus South Milwaukee Old Fashioned Christmas Foundation (Grobschmidt Senior Center) South Milwaukee Police Department Waukesha County Technical College - Child Development Center & Lab Wisconsin State Fair Park Foundation 1895 Bancorp of Wisconsin Community Foundation, Inc. The mission of the 1895 Bancorp of Wisconsin Community Foundation is to provide financial support to charitable and community service organizations in the communities in which PyraMax Bank operates.

The foundation is dedicated completely to community activities and the promotion of charitable causes.

The Foundation has identified five areas that it will emphasize in supporting: Affordable Housing — programs that provide affordable or low-income housing and supports the bank’s community reinvestment initiatives Education — initiatives at schools that raise the aspirations of students, enhance their knowledge and support the education process Health and Human Services — programs essential to underlying medical care as well as initiatives that focus on physical and mental wellness Youth Programs — programs that assist in improving the quality of life for children General Community Improvement — programs and projects that improve the community assets and organizations in the bank’s core market areas.

To apply for a grant from the 1895 Bancorp of Wisconsin Community Foundation, please use the form below. Applications are accepted year-round. Grants from the Foundation are generally awarded in June and December of each year.

June submissions must be received by no later than May 25th and December submissions must be received by no later than November 25th. Awards are generally limited to use in the communities served by the Bank, with includes the following counties: Milwaukee, Waukesha, and Ozaukee.

Download Grant Application 1895 Bancorp of Wisconsin Community Foundation, Inc. Cristo Rey Jesuit Milwaukee High School Haase Community Connections (Haase House) Wisconsin Veterans Network (VetsNet)