helping to provide the transformative power that allows civil society to advance, strengthen and improve lives.
For 30 years, the Donors Forum of Wisconsin has been Wisconsin’s premier resource for philanthropy offering opportunities for networking, professional development, community leadership and knowledge. DFW is a growing statewide network of over 140 grantmaking organizations that are committed to improving the quality of life in Wisconsin. Donors Forum of Wisconsin is the premier resource for philanthropy in Wisconsin, one of thirty-two regional associations across the country.
Comprised of innovative, dynamic, engaged members, DFW provides take saving services and benefits to members. DFW members represent a diverse group of individual donors, independent and family foundations, corporate foundations and giving programs, and community foundations across the state of Wisconsin.
DFW strategic goals include:
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creating opportunities for the exchange of ideas and information;
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disseminating current nonprofit sector trends and research;
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fostering relationships between service providers and funders;
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building partnerships within and outside the sector; and,
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advancing the growth and enhancing the stewardship of philanthropic resources for the betterment of all Wisconsin residents.
DFW Member Composition
Donors Forum member foundations represent over $3 billion in assets, which accounts for over 47% of all foundation assets in the state. Together, our member foundations contribute over $230 million in grants, which accounts for 45% of all grants distributed by Wisconsin foundations.
The Donors Forum of Wisconsin always welcomes new members. We believe the connections we make and the people we bring together directly improve regional philanthropy. Please visit the links in the right hand sidebar for membership information. We hope you'll join us.
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