Abra Fortson

City On A Hill’s Fall Highlights Growing Pressure On Philanthropy

Foundations say they are trying to help nonprofits build resilience as federal funding shrinks and needs grow.

Elmer Moore Jr. Hits the Ground Running At WHEDA

Moore formerly ran Scale Up Milwaukee, now he's serving in the governor's cabinet.

Poverty’s Unrelenting Grip on Milwaukee

City ranks second worst among big cities, with many barriers to overcoming poverty.

How George Hinton Rose to Leadership

CEO of Social Development Commission was high school dropout, one of 14 children.

Rev. Barber’s Campaign Comes to Town

Founder of the Moral Mondays movement assails “racialized poverty”, calls for voting turnout.

Contribution to David Crowley of $20

Education and Transportation Top Concerns at Budget Forum

Democratic legislators hold listening session in Milwaukee and get an earful.