Communities
Investing in our communities
We support transformational and sustainable community strategies that improve lives.
Read the reportTaking action to improve lives, today and tomorrow
We believe that when everyone can achieve their full potential, we all succeed. Through the Northwestern Mutual Foundation—alongside our employees and financial advisors across the country—we partner with nonprofits to strengthen their strategies, amplify their outcomes through philanthropy, and drive success through volunteering. Since the inception of the Northwestern Mutual Foundation in 1992, we have donated more than $520 million to nonprofits.
Accelerating childhood cancer research and supporting families and survivors
We're committed to accelerating the search for better treatments and cures for childhood cancer while supporting families during treatment and survivors living with long-term effects. We're inspired by the research progress driven by our partnerships with organizations such as Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation and the support our employees and advisors provide to local partners in their community.
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Revitalizing neighborhoods, together
We promote affordable homeownership, support homeowner retention through counseling and critical repairs, and improve food access and equity in Milwaukee's Amani, Metcalfe Park and Muskego Way neighborhoods.
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Supporting access to arts and culture for all
We contribute to arts and cultural institutions so that Milwaukee continues to be a vibrant community and destination that is accessible for all residents and visitors.
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Building education pathways from early childhood to college and career
For more than 30 years, we've prioritized quality education for youth in our hometown of Milwaukee. As one of the city's largest employers, we invest time and economic support to improve opportunities for local students and build a strong pipeline of future leaders and professionals.
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Grant inquiries
Grant applications are by invitation only. Please review our focus areas above, and if you think your non-profit organization might align, reach out to us.
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