2023 Impact Report: MPS Foundation

Welcome to the Milwaukee Public Schools Foundation’s 2023 Impact Report and Spotlight Stories, an inspiring testament to the collective impact we have achieved over the past year. In this report, we celebrate our successes through both the quantifiable achievements highlighted in the infographic below and the deeply human narratives captured in our three spotlight stories.…

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Willie Jude II Named New Executive Director of MPS Foundation

The Milwaukee Public Schools (MPS) Foundation has chosen philanthropic professional, educational leader, and MPS alum Willie Jude II as its new Executive Director. His proven track record of fueling advancement, community philanthropy, and educational equity and a passion for helping Milwaukee students succeed made him the standout choice for this new role. As Executive Director,…

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Introducing the Classroom Support Fund!

Did you know that more than 90% of teachers pay for classroom supplies out of pocket? School supplies matter.  They empower teachers to be creative and motivate young people to fully engage in learning. The MPS Foundation’s new Classroom Support Fund, presented in 2023 by Educators Credit Union, is focused on providing resources to the classrooms…

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Welcome to our Summer Fundraiser campaign!

At the MPS Foundation, we are committed to providing vital services to MPS students, families, teachers, and schools. This year, we are excited to bring you a special Summer Fundraiser in place of our annual gala. Our goal is to raise $20,000 in general funds over a two-day period, and we need your support to…

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2022 Impact Report

We have accomplished more than ever thanks to generous gifts received throughout the year, and we are confident that with your ongoing support, we can dare to dream even greater for our children and a better, more equitable Milwaukee. You can view our 2022 Impact Report infographic below to learn how your generosity has enabled…

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MPS World Fair Returns!

Students prepare to celebrate cultures On April 19, 2022, the UW-Milwaukee Panther Arena will be filled with nearly 3,000 students from 14 of the most diverse schools in Milwaukee Public Schools. Children will celebrate countries across the globe during the MPS World Fair 2022. This event is the culmination of hard work all year long…

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2021 Impact Report

Generous donations throughout this year have helped us achieve more than ever, and we know that with your continued support we can dare to dream bigger for our students and a better, more equitable Milwaukee.

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MPS Foundation Launches Phase II of #ConnectMilwaukee to Provide Technical Support to Parents, Students, and Teachers

As an Unprecedented School Year Begins, MPS Teachers and Families Need Our Continued Support The MPS Foundation’s #ConnectMilwaukee campaign has exceeded its Phase 1 goal of raising $1million to help ensure every MPS student has a laptop and internet access. However, as the school year begins, it is crucial that we provide additional technical support…

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MPS Foundation Announces #ConnectMilwaukee

While most students and families in Wisconsin have access to online learning, thousands of MPS students are missing a critical component: internet access. The digital divide in our city has recently been exasperated and the MPS Foundation is stepping up to help.

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