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The Women's Fund of Greater Milwaukee is a pioneering organization that has been advocating for gender equity and challenging societal norms for nearly forty years. With compassion, expertise, and empathy, they work tirelessly to address inequities and eliminate barriers for women, girls, and gender-expansive individuals. Through their scholarship programs, grants, and community events, they strive to create a world where everyone can thrive authentically and unapologetically. As disruptors for good, the Women's Fund of Greater Milwaukee is fearlessly pushing boundaries and reshaping societal norms to realize their vision of gender equity. They believe that every dollar, voice, and heart matters in their journey towards progress. By supporting this organization, individuals become part of a movement that transforms lives and illuminates Greater Milwaukee. Together, they weave possibilities into reality and work towards a future where every woman and girl can thrive.Generated from the website

Milwaukee Urban League's programs operated out of the Abraham Lincoln House at 904 W. Vine Street. Community social center was developed. Industrial Relations Project established to improve job opportunities and working conditions through relationships with the business establishments. Publication 'Operation Model Affiliate Design', a comprehensive revision of MUL programs to meet community needs was published. Programs expanded and included: an apprentice program, minority business development program, teen parenting prevention initiatives, on the job placement and training, and a research department was established. New programs included: Men who Cook, after school homework assistance program, male adolescent responsibility project, older workers program, and job ride program. The first Black and White Ball was held in 1986, replacing the traditional annual dinner, the Milwaukee Urban League's main fundraising event. MUL identified four specific objectives that have been the basis of each successive Ball: 2001 opened the Academy of Business and Economics ( MULABE ), with 580 students ; largest elementary school in Milwaukee and only known school with major focus on business and economics in elementary grades. 2000 - Released "State of Black Milwaukee" and the "State of Black Milwaukee Through the Eyes of Children". In 2002, worked in conjunction with African American elected officials, took leadership role in coordinating the efforts of several community organizations who worked to improve conditions in the Midtown Neighborhood where Charles Young, Jr. was tragically beaten to death.

The International Foundation of Employee Benefit Plans, based in Brookfield, WI, is an organization dedicated to providing resources and education for professionals in the employee benefits industry. With a focus on fostering knowledge and networking opportunities, the foundation offers a variety of programs and services to support the development and advancement of its members in the field of employee benefits. Generated from their business information