Sustainability Report - Communities

Through the Northwestern Mutual Foundation, our employees, and our network of offices across the country, we invest in the future to drive better outcomes where our people and our clients live and work. Our support includes local and national financial contributions, volunteering, community partnerships, and advocacy. We also support our people as they give back to their communities.

Childhood cancer: Advancing research, supporting families

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Since 2012, Northwestern Mutual has committed to accelerating the search for better treatments and cures for childhood cancer, while supporting families during treatment and survivors living with lasting effects. We partner with organizations including Alex's Lemonade Stand Foundation and are supported by Northwestern Mutual's network of offices nationwide.

Our funding support includes:

Young Investigators grants for early-career researchers
Innovation grants for researchers with a novel approach to scientific investigation
Pediatric Oncology Student Training (POST) program for students from underrepresented populations
Crazy 8 initiative, focused on hard-to-treat childhood cancers
Childhood Cancer Data Lab, enabling researchers and scientists worldwide to collaborate
Annual Childhood Cancer Scholarship Program for survivors and siblings

Building education and opportunity pathways from early childhood to employment

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As one of the Milwaukee area's largest employers, we believe in creating access to quality education for all students, regardless of their economic status, and have made education a priority for more than 25 years. By investing in students, we're creating the foundation for Milwaukee's future leaders and professionals.

Revitalizing underserved neighborhoods

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We believe neighborhood revitalization starts with developing strong community leaders who become champions for the residents and their shared goals. Working alongside residents and community partners in three Milwaukee neighborhoods, we're supporting development of the tools and skills to invest in their future. We're also helping expand opportunities for affordable homeownership, which can advance financial security and generational wealth.