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Building a Foundation for Future Giving

February 24, 2025

Michael and Cathy Baer make direct donations to local nonprofits annually. But, as a financial advisor, Michael recognized the importance of setting up an endowment so they can continue to support the community they love far into the future.

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From Closet to Warehouse

February 24, 2025

Badger Prairie Needs Network is helping fight hunger in Dane County. In their nearly 40 years of operation BPNN has grown from a small closet to a large warehouse and beyond.

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Helping Women Through Difficult Transitions

February 24, 2025

Felicia's Donation Closet helps survivors of domestic violence furnish their new home as they transition to life outside of the shelter.

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The Power of a Sewing Machine

February 24, 2025

The Sewing Machine Project Supports Women Locally and Globally The Sewing Machine Project started in 2005 when, in response to the Indian Ocean tsunami, founder and director Margaret John Jankowski collected donated sewing machines and, in collaboration with the local...

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Dane Dances Brings People Together

February 24, 2025

Celebrating Inclusivity Through Music and Dance Every Friday in August, on the rooftop of Madison’s iconic Monona Terrace, Dane Dances brings people from diverse walks of life together to celebrate inclusivity and goodwill through dance. The event series features live...

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Safe at Home

August 19, 2024

AgeBetter’s Program Is Preventing Falls and Preserving Independence Steps like these leading into a house often cause falls. Adding railings would greatly improve the safety. Falls are a leading cause of injury and death in Wisconsin; in 2022, emergency medical...

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Passing on the Value of Philanthropy

August 19, 2024

Amanda White is passing on the value of philanthropy through her giving at MCF. Amanda established her legacy early to share the importance of philanthropic giving with her son, Gregory.

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A Loving Tribute for a Lover of Animals

August 19, 2024

Shirley Kubly had a lifelong passion for animals and regularly volunteered at the Henry Vilas Zoo in Madison.

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A Succession Plan for the Technology Education Foundation

May 8, 2024

The Berbee Derby has been a Madison tradition for years, challenging runners and raising funds for technology education. When it was time to pass the torch, Jim Berbee chose to move the Technology Education Foundation funds to Madison Community Foundation.

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The Wind at People’s Backs

April 29, 2024

Bev Buhr’s and Carin Bringelson’s journey into philanthropy is deeply rooted in their personal experiences and their commitment to social equity. They established the QuARE (Queer and Racial Equity) Fund to support grassroots organizations championing both racial and queer justice.

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