Their mission is to activate philanthropy that advances equity for women. They engage in the power of collective philanthropy across generations exclusively addressing issues that impact women and girls. Their focus is economic empowerment, leadership development, and education. They support programs and projects that influence a change in attitude, behavior, and culture, so that women and girls can live to their full potential. 

As one of the largest granting entities in Wisconsin of their kind, they provide essential funding to area nonprofits, HER Scholarships to women who are non-traditional students, and convene the community around interesting and important issues that impact women. Using the proceeds of their endowment coupled with funds secured from the community, they support solutions that result in sustainable and long-lasting transformation for their community. 

As an endowed fund, they have the freedom to invest in long-lasting transformation, non-traditional programs, while challenging traditions to create innovation. They are responsive to current community needs and priorities. 

Founded in 1985, and established as an independent organization in 2006, the Women’s Fund of Greater Milwaukee depends on gifts from the community. Today they remain committed to advancing equity for women by offering support to area organizations just as they’ve done for more than 3 decades. They are proud members of the Women’s Funding Network, and Wisconsin Philanthropy Network and Wisconsin Women’s Fund Alliance.