Greater Milwaukee Foundation

The Greater Milwaukee Foundation, established in 1915, is a non-profit organization dedicated to fostering philanthropy and strengthening communities in the Milwaukee area. Its mission centers on inspiring charitable giving, nurturing long-term relationships with donors, and fulfilling commitments to enhance the quality of life for present and future generations. The foundation offers a range of charitable funds designed to support individuals, families, and organizations in their philanthropic efforts. With a diverse investment portfolio, it strategically allocates resources across various asset classes, including government obligations, corporate bonds, equity and bond mutual funds, and private equities, ensuring robust financial management to sustain its charitable initiatives. Through its comprehensive approach, the Greater Milwaukee Foundation aims to make a meaningful impact on the community it serves.

Ellen Gilligan

President and Chief Executive Officer

Oletha Mays

Finance Associate

Stacie Owen

Finance Associate

Kenneth Robertson

Vice President and Chief Financial Officer

Past deals in Wisconsin

JCP Construction

Debt Financing in 2022
JCP Construction provides services in the construction industry that contribute to community growth and development.

Light the Hoan

Grant in 2019
They're a collective of local business and civic leaders who have joined forces to illuminate the Daniel Hoan Memorial Bridge.Light is swiftly becoming one of the most powerful tools to breathe new life into cities and to initiate a new era of urban design.
Take a closer look at their new, state-of-the-art facility, research vessels, ROVs and drones. Learn how their genomics research is leading to advancements in the detection and tracking of pathogens and other improvements in ecosystem health. Discover how outstanding science leads to good water policy. Dive in and see how they earned a reputation for freshwater.