The Greater Milwaukee Foundation aims to enhance the quality of life in the Greater Milwaukee area by addressing local needs and fostering community improvement through support and funding to a wide range of initiatives and programs, primarily focusing on basic human needs, community development, education, and the arts.
The Greater Milwaukee Foundation's grant program seeks partnerships with grantee agencies, advised fund donors, and other funders to support projects that align with their funding priorities in areas such as education, neighborhood strengthening, economic opportunities, and racial equity and inclusion. For the Cycle 1 funding, priorities include supporting arts and culture, addressing basic needs such as food access and temporary shelter, enhancing housing affordability and eviction prevention efforts, and improving physical health through accessible, culturally responsive care.