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Patrick Rath to step down as President and CEO of United Performing Arts Fund
Baird Center announces charitable partners for Grand Opening Gala
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Baird Center announces charitable partners for Grand Opening Gala

United Way and UPAF to benefit from proceeds of May 16, 2024 celebration

“It’s Alive on the RiverWalk” To Bring Live Performances to the Milwaukee RiverWalk
Johnson Controls announces three-year pledge to Milwaukee’s Arts Community
Can Bipartisan Effort Save State Arts Funding?

Can Bipartisan Effort Save State Arts Funding?

Wisconsin ranks 50th in arts support. Group of 'heavy hitters' hopes to change that.

The United Performing Arts Fund Announces  $10,800,000 2023 Fundraising Target
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The United Performing Arts Fund Announces $10,800,000 2023 Fundraising Target

UPAF aims to top $12.5 million in annual fundraising by 2025

The United Performing Arts Fund Announces Scott Beightol as Board Chair and  Five New Board Members
Should Water Street Be Gun-Free District?

Should Water Street Be Gun-Free District?

Downtown stakeholders consider how Kansas City, Memphis, New Orleans handle bar district problems.

UPAF Announces August Rally for Arts Education Fundraising Effort
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UPAF Announces August Rally for Arts Education Fundraising Effort

Community will have the opportunity to directly support arts education programming.

UPAF Announces Affiliate Program Becomes Fully Unrestricted Grant Initiative
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UPAF Announces Affiliate Program Becomes Fully Unrestricted Grant Initiative

Grant applications are now open and more accessible to performing arts organizations.

The United Performing Arts Fund Announces $11,300,000 Fundraising Target for 2021 Community Campaign
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The United Performing Arts Fund Announces $11,300,000 Fundraising Target for 2021 Community Campaign

UPAF will shine a spotlight on local artists throughout the 12 week campaign.

Entertainment at a Distance: Milwaukee Rep Celebrates Black History
Entertainment at a Distance

Milwaukee Rep Celebrates Black History

Plus, an annual pet expo, a chance to learn to cook Italian brunch and a behind the scenes look at local performing arts organizations.

Lowlands Group Launches “On the Go” Program Featuring Family-Style Dining and Snackable Boxes
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Lowlands Group Launches “On the Go” Program Featuring Family-Style Dining and Snackable Boxes

As part of rollout, restaurant group donates 1,000 meals to frontline healthcare workers in partnership with the Medical College of Wisconsin; Free access to holiday shows from UPAF “Snackuterie™ & a Show”

United Performing Arts Fund Names 2021 Campaign Co-Chairs
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United Performing Arts Fund Names 2021 Campaign Co-Chairs

Focus is on positioning performing arts organizations for a strong return post-pandemic

United Performing Arts Fund Names Patrick Rath as Next President & CEO
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United Performing Arts Fund Names Patrick Rath as Next President & CEO

Rath comes to UPAF after eight years with Advocate Aurora Health Foundations