Anne Iwata and her husband, Darren Stucker, believed in being kind and doing the right thing, working for social justice, maintaining friendships and living life to its fullest every day. After Darren died, Anne created the Anne Iwata and Darren Stucker Fund for Music Education and the Anne Iwata and Darren Stucker Fund (for libraries) at MCF to honor the values she and Darren shared and the causes that were important to them.
For Cathy and Ralph Middlecamp, giving back to their community is a way of life. The Middlecamps have two funds with MCF: one honoring their son, John, and one supporting their current passions.
Black Girl Magic Educational Services provides programs to build confidence, creativity and uplift Black girls across Madison, forming a safe and affirming community where girls can authentically and unapologetically be themselves.
As President and CEO of Boys & Girls Clubs of Dane County (BGCDC), Michael Johnson’s infectious enthusiasm and ability to inspire donors have made him an extraordinarily successful fundraiser. This has led to an incredible impact on Madison.
Brenda Baker and Bird Ross wanted to create opportunities to recognize, support and honor women artists and their contributions. From this dream, the Women Artists Forward Fund was born. Watch how Baker and Ross created a fund to make their dream a reality.
The Foundation for Dane County Parks is dedicated to improving the quality of life throughout Dane County by sustaining and improving its park system.
Captain John "Hans" Kurth lost his life fighting in Iraq. To ensure Hans' memory lives on, his family started a memorial fund in his name that provides support to veterans needing assistance readjusting to civilian life.
The Boys & Girls Clubs of Dane County and the Madison Area Builders Association are teaming up to create the McKenzie Regional Workforce Center and a career pathway to the trades for Madison-area youth. Watch the story and learn about their endowment challenge.
Growing up, Cheri Teal's father had to miss out on many things because his physical disabilities, caused by an accident, made access impossible. Cheri's legacy will ensure that others have the opportunity to participate fully.
Bill & Jan DeAtley have been strong supporters of the Madison community and have provided gifts to many area nonprofits, helping bring them to the next level with their giving. They recently chose to move their family foundation to MCF to simplify their giving. Watch the DeAtleys share their story.