Donors Forum of Wisconsin President & CEO, Deborah Fugenschuh, was recently cited by the Business Journal in an article focusing on philanthropy.  In particular, this publication explored the role that philanthropy can and does play as a vital job creator.  Workforce development remains a key priority for many funders with broad implications for an economic recovery and the success of current and future employers.  The article highlights the need for effective public-private partnerships and affirms DFW's commitment to being a resource for Wisconsin in building such relations through our programming, affinity groups and PolicyWorks initiative. Along with Ms. Fugenschuh, DFW members also cited in this article: Dan Bader, Helen Bader Foundation; and, Kathryn Dunn, Greater Milwaukee Foundation.

The Donors Forum of Wisconsin board and staff are proud to present to you the 2011 Wisconsin Gives report. This publication includes an overview of grantmaking in Wisconsin, providing benchmarks for grantmakers and information for the state’s nonprofit sector. New to the report is a review of the connection between philanthropy and government.  The emerging partnerships between business, government and philanthropy will be the lead focus of DFW’s research and work in the coming years. 

Additionally, this year’s report captures emerging trends in foundation giving, areas of funding interest, a listing of leading foundations by grants paid, and the social and economic impact of the state’s charitable sector. The report provides a first glimpse at the effects of the economic downturn on foundations and their giving.