The Youth Foundation promotes the welfare and betterment of children and young people up to 25 years of age through contributions to their physical and intellectual development and formation of character. Managed by the Greater Milwaukee Association of REALTORS®, it was founded with assets willed by Arthur Richards, earmarked specifically for supporting education, social services, and the arts for youth. The foundation’s history is intertwined with Milwaukee’s real estate development since 1951.
The Youth Foundation grant program aims to assist organizations within the Metro Milwaukee Area in their efforts to enhance the welfare and development of children and young people up to 25 years of age. Applicants seeking funding need to demonstrate how their project or programs significantly contribute to the physical, intellectual development, and character formation of young individuals. The foundation prioritizes initiatives focused on education, social services, and the arts, reflecting the guiding principles established by Arthur Richards.