Lauren Anderson
Herb Kohl Philanthropies funds Wisconsin teachers’ donation requests again
Milwaukee philanthropist and former U.S. Senator Herb Kohl is again fulfilling all project requests from Wisconsin educators on the crowdfunding site DonorsChoose.
Marquette University receives $1 million gift for St. Joan of Arc...
Marquette University has received a $1 million gift to support the $3 million restoration of its St. Joan of Arc Chapel.
Milwaukee County Zoo director Chuck Wikenhauser to retire
Chuck Wikenhauser, director of the Milwaukee County Zoo, announced he is retiring in April after 31 years with the organization.
SC Johnson donates $5.5 million for Gateway Technical College scholarships
SC Johnson is donating $5.5 million to Gateway Technical College to create scholarships for women, people of color and low-income students pursuing STEM-related career fields.
Milwaukee professional mentorship group Rev Collective to expand nationally
Rev Collective, a Milwaukee-based professional organization for female and non-binary professionals, announced it plans to expand nationally.
United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County unveils plans for...
Philanthropist MacKenzie Scott donated $25 million to the United Way of Greater Milwaukee & Waukesha County when she gifted billions in donations to organizations across the country late last year.
Hebron House plans renovations at its three shelters
Hebron Housing Services said it has received funding to make major capital improvements to its three shelters in Waukesha.
Former Milwaukee Public Museum CEO named Yerkes Observatory executive director
The nonprofit operator of Yerkes Observatory has named Dennis Kois, the former leader of the Milwaukee Public Museum, as its next executive director.
Marquette University gifted $31 million for College of Nursing
Philanthropists Darren and Tracy Jackson are donating $31 million to support Marquette University's College of Nursing students and programs, president Michael Lovell announced Thursday.
🔒 Health Payment Systems acquired by Boston VC firm
A Boston-based venture capital firm has acquired a majority stake in Health Payment Systems, Inc. as the Milwaukee-based health care technology company plans to expand nationally.
‘Hamilton’ to return to the Marcus Center this fall
Broadway smash hit “Hamilton” will make its return to the Marcus Performing Arts Center in October.