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Community Event Sponsorships is sponsored by Greater Milwaukee Foundation. Provides underwriting support for nonprofit programming events (convenings, forums, conferences) and sponsorships for nonprofit charitable fundraising events (annual luncheons, galas).
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Community Event Sponsorships · Greater Milwaukee Foundation Community Event Sponsorships The Foundation occasionally provides underwriting support for nonprofit programming events such as convenings, forums and conferences on a limited basis.
The Foundation also provides sponsorships for nonprofit charitable fundraising events, such as annual luncheons and galas, on a limited basis from its annual operating budget, which can fluctuate from year to year. All requests are subject to the availability of resources. Sponsorship awards may vary.
A typical sponsorship award is $1,000. Community event sponsorship criteria To be considered for support, an event must be produced by a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization in the greater Milwaukee area, and an application must be submitted at least eight weeks before the event.
Preference for sponsorships will be given, but not limited to: Organizations/efforts that align with the Foundation’s strategic priorities Events happening in and/or benefitting Foundation strategic neighborhoods and partners Organizations that have $1 million or less in annual revenue Organizations that have not received a Foundation grant during the last 12 months Organizations that have not received event sponsorship or underwriting during the last 12 months Sponsorships are not available for: Religious activities/events (unless supporting a program or project that benefits community residents in a Foundation strategic neighborhood) Civic or other memberships International opportunities Political campaigns/events Events already sponsored/supported with existing Foundation funding/grant Please note: Sponsorship requests are reviewed monthly.
Most applications will receive a response within three weeks. Community event sponsorship form
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: 501(c)(3) nonprofit organizations in the greater Milwaukee area with annual revenue of $1 million or less; no Foundation grants or sponsorships in last 12 months preferred. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
The current listing shows $1,000. Verify award ceilings, matching requirements, and allowable costs in the official notice.
Community Event Sponsorships is funded by Greater Milwaukee Foundation. Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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2026 grant guidelines cycle 3 is sponsored by Greater Milwaukee Foundation. The Greater Milwaukee Foundation's discretionary grantmaking supports projects and programs that align with priorities supporting their strategic vision of creating a Milwaukee for all. This cycle's specific priorities would need to be confirmed closer to the application open date, but generally focus on areas such as transformative medical research and small business growth.
ThriveOn Collaboration Grant Program is sponsored by Greater Milwaukee Foundation. The ThriveOn Collaboration, a partnership between the Greater Milwaukee Foundation, Medical College of Wisconsin, and Royal Capital Group, offers funding for community-based activities that encourage youth social connections, promote peace, and build community in the Harambee, Halyard Park, and Brewers Hill neighborhoods. Funds may be used for activities supporting youth (ages 10-24) to promote community-building, including educational events, arts and cultural activities, youth engagement, and support of resident leadership.