Below you will find the upcoming events that the Donors Forum will be holding. For more information on these events and to register please click on the green text for a complete program description and registration form. All events are subject to change. Please call DFW or check back on our website for additions, cancellations, or changes.


Program Eligibility
Please note the category events are under when you are registering. Most events are members only or grantmakers interested in membership within the Donors Forum. Please visit our membership area for further clarification on eligibility.

Events under the Donors Forum Member heading are open to current DFW members or grantmakers interested in membership within DFW. If you are interested in membership we encourage you to attend a program to network with current members and to learn about our professional development programs.

Events under the Non-Member and Nonprofit heading are open to nonprofit organizations, government and public service officials, volunteers and other members of the community interested in learning more about philanthropy. For other nonprofit events in the Greater Milwaukee area please log on to the Greater Milwaukee Nonprofit Portal.


Registration Requirements
All registrations must be made in writing (i.e. fax, email, or online registration) to ensure your reservation. Cancellations must be made four business days in writing prior to the event to avoid a cancellation fee. If you have any questions please don’t hesitate to call us at (414) 270-1978.

Donors Forum Member Programs
Open House & New Member Welcome

Date: Wednesday, September 10, 2008
Time: 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Location: Donors Forum of Wisconsin Office


The Role of Individual Giving in Sustaining Nonprofits

Date: Tuesday, September 23, 2008
Time: 8:30 am - 11:00 am
Location: Italian Conference Center


Teleconference: Strengthening Vulnerable Families

Date: Wednesday, September 24, 2008
Time: 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.


Market Volatility and the Long Term Investor

Date: Wednesday, October 1, 2008
Time: 8:30 am - 10:00 am
Location: Donors Forum of Wisconsin Office


Milwaukee Justice Center

Date: Thursday, October 2, 2008
Time: Noon - 1:30 p.m.
Location: Milwaukee Club


The Great Lakes Urban Exchange (GLUE)

Date: Wednesday, October 8, 2008
Time: Noon - 1:30 pm
Location: Milwaukee Club


Threats and Challenges to Philanthropic Freedom

Date: Thursday, October 16, 2008
Time: Noon - 1:30 pm
Location: Milwaukee Club


Mind the Gap: Obstacles and Opportunities for Wisconsin Early Childhood Workforce Development

Date: Wednesday, October 29, 2008
Time: Noon - 1:30 pm
Location: Milwaukee Club


Milwaukee 7's Cultural Capacity

Date: Thursday, November 6, 2008
Time: Noon - 1:30 pm
Location: Milwaukee Club


Reflective Practices: Philanthropy's Role in Social Good

Date: Wednesday, November 12, 2008
Time: 9:00 am - 11:00 am
Location: University Club


November Corporate Roundtable

Date: Friday, November 14, 2008
Time: Noon - 1:30
Location: Marshall & Ilsley


Save the Date! Holiday Party

Date: Thursday, December 4, 2008
Time: Noon - 2:00 pm
Location: TBA


Non-Members and Nonprofit Programs
The Role of Individual Giving in Sustaining Nonprofits

Date: Tuesday, September 23, 2008
Time: 8:30 am - 11:00 am
Location: Italian Conference Center


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Contact: 414.270.1978 • 759 N. Milwaukee Street, Ste. 515 • Milwaukee, WI 53202