New Directory Connects Nonprofits with Community Supporters
Greater Milwaukee Foundation’s Community Bridge simplifies giving locally
Milwaukee, Wis., Aug. 18, 2026 – The Greater Milwaukee Foundation has launched a new online directory designed to share the impact of area nonprofits with community members interested in making a difference. The only tool of its kind in the region, Community Bridge is part of the Foundation’s commitment to making philanthropy more informed and accessible while strengthening the nonprofit sector.
The nonprofit listing is open to all as a free resource to learn more about the missions of local organizations and find causes to support that match your personal interests.
In addition, each nonprofit profile on Community Bridge includes specific funding requests that describe the current needs of the organization, how gifts at different levels would be used and the intended outcomes of the programs or projects featured. Profiles also include contact information and showcase each organization’s impact in action through brief success stories.
The directory is fully searchable and can be sorted by interest area, geographic area served and type of support requested. Links are provided on each profile that connect to the nonprofit’s donation page, while Greater Milwaukee Foundation donors can make gifts directly from their advised funds.
“Access to information matters, and this new resource puts philanthropy at our community’s fingertips,” said Greg Wesley, president and CEO of the Greater Milwaukee Foundation. “Community Bridge fulfills a crucial need for our donors and partners to connect more directly about opportunities for impact across our region.”
Nonprofits based in Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Washington or Waukesha counties wishing to join the growing list of over 290 included agencies are invited to submit profiles for consideration as future updates are made. Email communitybridge@greatermilwaukeefoundation.org with questions. Explore Community Bridge at greatermilwaukeefoundation.org/community-bridge.
This directory is provided for informational purposes only. See disclaimers and FAQs online.
About the Greater Milwaukee Foundation
The Greater Milwaukee Foundation is Wisconsin’s largest community foundation and was among the first established in the world. As a civic leader and anchor institution since 1915, the Foundation leverages generations of community knowledge, cross-sector partnerships and more than $1.33 billion in philanthropy to help to build a thriving Milwaukee for all. The Foundation serves Milwaukee, Ozaukee, Washington and Waukesha counties, and its impact reaches across the country. Through donor generosity, grantmaking, investments, convening, advocacy, research and a focus on systems change, the Foundation addresses the region’s greatest needs, most promising opportunities and overall well-being.
NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.
Recent Press Releases by Greater Milwaukee Foundation
Otto Bremer Trust again selects Greater Milwaukee Foundation as philanthropic partner for Community Responsive Fund
Mar 5th, 2025 by Greater Milwaukee FoundationFoundation to distribute $3 million in grants to local nonprofits; application opens March 17
Small grants program celebrates 10 years of big impact
Dec 2nd, 2024 by Greater Milwaukee FoundationLocal foundations collaborate to support resident-led projects
