Community Shares of Wisconsin
@commshareswi.bsky.social
Together We Transform Our Community. Learn more about our work and nonprofit membership at communityshares.com.
In response to the tragic shooting of Renee Nicole Good by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer yesterday in Minnesota, Voces de la Frontera and community partners will hold a community vigil tomorrow night at the Wisconsin State Capitol.
January 8, 2026 at 9:07 PM
In response to the tragic shooting of Renee Nicole Good by a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer yesterday in Minnesota, Voces de la Frontera and community partners will hold a community vigil tomorrow night at the Wisconsin State Capitol.
We’re proud to announce that Susie Lawniczak has been promoted to Development Director! What began as a temporary role quickly became the perfect fit. We’re excited to see her grow at CSW and lead our donor development work.
Congratulations, Susie! 👏
Congratulations, Susie! 👏
January 8, 2026 at 8:33 PM
We’re proud to announce that Susie Lawniczak has been promoted to Development Director! What began as a temporary role quickly became the perfect fit. We’re excited to see her grow at CSW and lead our donor development work.
Congratulations, Susie! 👏
Congratulations, Susie! 👏
@trcwi.bsky.social champions stability, security, and support for renters. With more than 2,300 Dane County households facing eviction last year, TRC offered advocacy and resources that helped tenants remain rooted in their communities. madisoncommons.org/the-tenant-r...
The Tenant Resource Center fights housing instability and provides resources to renter households facing eviction - Madison Commons - Dane County Community News
According to data collected by the Tenant Resource Center, a Madison organization that supplies eviction information, support and legal representation to households and individuals, 2,353
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December 22, 2025 at 9:33 PM
@trcwi.bsky.social champions stability, security, and support for renters. With more than 2,300 Dane County households facing eviction last year, TRC offered advocacy and resources that helped tenants remain rooted in their communities. madisoncommons.org/the-tenant-r...
In the 1980s, Denise Matyka and Nicole Gotthelf took bold action to ensure social justice nonprofits had access to workplace giving—helping form what we now know as Community Shares of Wisconsin. That courage opened doors and built a movement that distributes over $1 million annually.
December 18, 2025 at 5:29 PM
In the 1980s, Denise Matyka and Nicole Gotthelf took bold action to ensure social justice nonprofits had access to workplace giving—helping form what we now know as Community Shares of Wisconsin. That courage opened doors and built a movement that distributes over $1 million annually.
Mark E. Saunders, a longtime donor to Community Shares of Wisconsin, passed away in early 2025. He had served as a volunteer organizer for our golf outing 25 years ago and had continued his support ever since, even naming us as a beneficiary in his will.
December 12, 2025 at 5:42 PM
Mark E. Saunders, a longtime donor to Community Shares of Wisconsin, passed away in early 2025. He had served as a volunteer organizer for our golf outing 25 years ago and had continued his support ever since, even naming us as a beneficiary in his will.
We are honored to receive a generous grant from @captimes.com Evjue Foundation. Many of our member nonprofits were also awarded, including @acluofwi.bsky.social, @gsafewi.bsky.social, @lwvwi.bsky.social, @theprogressivemag.bsky.social, and more! Congratulations to all! 👏 captimes.com/news/cap-tim...
Cap Times' Evjue Foundation announces over $700K in community grants
Recipients of major grants in this funding cycle include Access Community Health Centers and the United Way of Dane County.
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December 10, 2025 at 11:24 PM
We are honored to receive a generous grant from @captimes.com Evjue Foundation. Many of our member nonprofits were also awarded, including @acluofwi.bsky.social, @gsafewi.bsky.social, @lwvwi.bsky.social, @theprogressivemag.bsky.social, and more! Congratulations to all! 👏 captimes.com/news/cap-tim...
Amid sweeping federal crackdowns and shifting policy, Community Immigration Law Center is becoming a legal lifeline, juggling more than 100 cases for families facing detention, fear and uncertainty. www.wpr.org/news/wiscons...
Wisconsin immigration attorneys struggle to keep up with Trump policy changes
Over the past year, President Trump's administration has radically changed the immigration landscape in the United States. Meanwhile, Wisconsin's immigration attorneys are feeling strained as they try...
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December 9, 2025 at 11:20 PM
Amid sweeping federal crackdowns and shifting policy, Community Immigration Law Center is becoming a legal lifeline, juggling more than 100 cases for families facing detention, fear and uncertainty. www.wpr.org/news/wiscons...
Everyone deserves access to the basics. At OutReach LGBTQ Community Center's self-serve Community Pantry, you’re welcome to take what you need and invited to share what you can. No barriers, no judgment, just community looking out for one another. 🌈
December 5, 2025 at 8:25 PM
Everyone deserves access to the basics. At OutReach LGBTQ Community Center's self-serve Community Pantry, you’re welcome to take what you need and invited to share what you can. No barriers, no judgment, just community looking out for one another. 🌈
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Data Center Gold Rush: Diving into Water Demands
Tuesday, December 9 at 6pm
Register: bit.ly/Data-Center-Webinar
Most of the recent articles and webinars on data centers focus on their energy use, but there is another significant concern: Water use. Join us to learn more.
Tuesday, December 9 at 6pm
Register: bit.ly/Data-Center-Webinar
Most of the recent articles and webinars on data centers focus on their energy use, but there is another significant concern: Water use. Join us to learn more.
December 5, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Data Center Gold Rush: Diving into Water Demands
Tuesday, December 9 at 6pm
Register: bit.ly/Data-Center-Webinar
Most of the recent articles and webinars on data centers focus on their energy use, but there is another significant concern: Water use. Join us to learn more.
Tuesday, December 9 at 6pm
Register: bit.ly/Data-Center-Webinar
Most of the recent articles and webinars on data centers focus on their energy use, but there is another significant concern: Water use. Join us to learn more.
Support the causes you care about this Giving Tuesday. Donate to Community Shares of Wisconsin to uplift all our nonprofits, or give directly and they receive 100%. Your gift powers local groups fighting for justice, equity, and a stronger democracy.
December 2, 2025 at 5:44 PM
Support the causes you care about this Giving Tuesday. Donate to Community Shares of Wisconsin to uplift all our nonprofits, or give directly and they receive 100%. Your gift powers local groups fighting for justice, equity, and a stronger democracy.
What does it take to keep homes truly affordable? Madison Area Community Land Trust has done it since 1991. With new projects like Voit Farms ahead, this Cap Times piece explores Madison Area Community Land Trust's model, impact, and future. captimes.com/news/communi...
How a Madison community land trust provides affordable housing
Madison Area Community Land Trust’s new and former directors discuss a different type of housing model and housing needs in Dane County.
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December 1, 2025 at 11:35 PM
What does it take to keep homes truly affordable? Madison Area Community Land Trust has done it since 1991. With new projects like Voit Farms ahead, this Cap Times piece explores Madison Area Community Land Trust's model, impact, and future. captimes.com/news/communi...
We’re excited to welcome 16 new nonprofits into the Community Shares of Wisconsin family! Each brings bold leadership and grassroots energy to the work of advancing social and environmental justice in our community.
November 19, 2025 at 8:33 PM
We’re excited to welcome 16 new nonprofits into the Community Shares of Wisconsin family! Each brings bold leadership and grassroots energy to the work of advancing social and environmental justice in our community.
Fifteen hundred students. A new ribbon display at Madison schools' Doyle Administration Building highlights the growing crisis of student homelessness—and how we can help our neighbors this winter. More from WORT: www.wortfm.org/mmsd-raises-...
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November 11, 2025 at 11:23 PM
Fifteen hundred students. A new ribbon display at Madison schools' Doyle Administration Building highlights the growing crisis of student homelessness—and how we can help our neighbors this winter. More from WORT: www.wortfm.org/mmsd-raises-...
In this recent Wisconsin Public Radio appearance, @abcforhealth.bsky.social founder and attorney Bobby Peterson takes a look at rising health care costs and what Wisconsinites should know about shopping for health insurance. www.wpr.org/news/health-...
With premiums expected to rise, here’s how to prepare for ACA open enrollment
Open enrollment runs from from Saturday, Nov. 1 to Dec. 15. A Wisconsin insurance expert says it may be wise to wait until the end of that window before picking a plan.
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November 4, 2025 at 10:04 PM
In this recent Wisconsin Public Radio appearance, @abcforhealth.bsky.social founder and attorney Bobby Peterson takes a look at rising health care costs and what Wisconsinites should know about shopping for health insurance. www.wpr.org/news/health-...
At a time when organizations fighting for equity, sustainability, and justice face growing challenges, Community Shares of Wisconsin and our member nonprofits are standing strong.
October 27, 2025 at 3:19 PM
At a time when organizations fighting for equity, sustainability, and justice face growing challenges, Community Shares of Wisconsin and our member nonprofits are standing strong.
This week, CSW Executive Director Cheri Dubiel, joined Rebecca Paradiso de Sayu (Org School) and Julie Andersen (CORE) to present at the Wisconsin Philanthropy Network’s Statewide Conference on Philanthropy in Green Bay.
October 24, 2025 at 9:05 PM
This week, CSW Executive Director Cheri Dubiel, joined Rebecca Paradiso de Sayu (Org School) and Julie Andersen (CORE) to present at the Wisconsin Philanthropy Network’s Statewide Conference on Philanthropy in Green Bay.
Join the Citizens Utility Board of Wisconsin for the Upper Midwest Energy Forum—a deep dive into the evolving energy landscape. Gain insights and strategies to navigate key challenges and take home actionable solutions to guide your business decisions.
October 14, 2025 at 2:35 PM
Join the Citizens Utility Board of Wisconsin for the Upper Midwest Energy Forum—a deep dive into the evolving energy landscape. Gain insights and strategies to navigate key challenges and take home actionable solutions to guide your business decisions.
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The 365 Leadership Summit is coming November 3! Come join Hedi Rudd, co-executive director of Rooted Wisconsin (and 365 Leadership Summit photographer!), for a day of learning and connecting. Register now at 365leadershipsummit.org
October 10, 2025 at 6:23 PM
The 365 Leadership Summit is coming November 3! Come join Hedi Rudd, co-executive director of Rooted Wisconsin (and 365 Leadership Summit photographer!), for a day of learning and connecting. Register now at 365leadershipsummit.org
Safe, stable housing is a foundation for everything else. Urban Triage is partnering with ECHO Suites to make that foundation possible for individuals experiencing homelessness in Dane County, helping clients every step of the way.
Learn more: madison365.com/urban-triage...
Learn more: madison365.com/urban-triage...
Urban Triage, ECHO Suites Madison to provide emergency housing for individuals experiencing homelessness
Urban Triage, a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering vulnerable families and individuals, is partnering with ECHO Suites, located on Madison's East Side, to provide emergency housing for ind...
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October 10, 2025 at 6:28 PM
Safe, stable housing is a foundation for everything else. Urban Triage is partnering with ECHO Suites to make that foundation possible for individuals experiencing homelessness in Dane County, helping clients every step of the way.
Learn more: madison365.com/urban-triage...
Learn more: madison365.com/urban-triage...
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Two photographs from GSAFE’s photo series Athletic Ability (Ability- power or capacity to do) will be featured in this photo exhibition. Oct 9th 5:30pm to 8:00pm Madison College art gallery Madison College Truax Campus
1701 Wright St. A1005, Madison, WI
1701 Wright St. A1005, Madison, WI
October 7, 2025 at 2:58 PM
Two photographs from GSAFE’s photo series Athletic Ability (Ability- power or capacity to do) will be featured in this photo exhibition. Oct 9th 5:30pm to 8:00pm Madison College art gallery Madison College Truax Campus
1701 Wright St. A1005, Madison, WI
1701 Wright St. A1005, Madison, WI
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We have the right to read what we want, no matter what politicians or school officials say.
Let us know what your favorite banned book is below. 📚
Let us know what your favorite banned book is below. 📚
October 6, 2025 at 1:36 PM
We have the right to read what we want, no matter what politicians or school officials say.
Let us know what your favorite banned book is below. 📚
Let us know what your favorite banned book is below. 📚
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🚨Rally Alert! 🚨Let’s show our legislators that we’re not messaging around – we DEMAND fair maps and a permanent end to gerrymandering. Join us at noon on Thursday, Oct. 16 at the Capitol.
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Rally to End Gerrymandering
Wisconsin Fair Maps Coalition speakers.
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October 7, 2025 at 3:52 PM
🚨Rally Alert! 🚨Let’s show our legislators that we’re not messaging around – we DEMAND fair maps and a permanent end to gerrymandering. Join us at noon on Thursday, Oct. 16 at the Capitol.
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This smile says it all! 😄
Our donated bike found a perfect home through @wheelsforwinners.bsky.social. This young rider earned it by helping out at his community center and volunteering at the food pantry—a shining example of getting involved with and giving back to the community! 💚
Our donated bike found a perfect home through @wheelsforwinners.bsky.social. This young rider earned it by helping out at his community center and volunteering at the food pantry—a shining example of getting involved with and giving back to the community! 💚
October 7, 2025 at 4:00 PM
This smile says it all! 😄
Our donated bike found a perfect home through @wheelsforwinners.bsky.social. This young rider earned it by helping out at his community center and volunteering at the food pantry—a shining example of getting involved with and giving back to the community! 💚
Our donated bike found a perfect home through @wheelsforwinners.bsky.social. This young rider earned it by helping out at his community center and volunteering at the food pantry—a shining example of getting involved with and giving back to the community! 💚
This month, we recognize Legal Action of Wisconsin volunteer Tim Andryk as our #BackyardHero!
The Backyard Hero Awards are sponsored by 105.5 Triple M,
@isthmusmadison.bsky.social, Budget Signs & Specialties.
www.communityshares.com/backyard-her...
The Backyard Hero Awards are sponsored by 105.5 Triple M,
@isthmusmadison.bsky.social, Budget Signs & Specialties.
www.communityshares.com/backyard-her...
Backyard Hero: Tim Andryk
This month’s hero is Tim Andryk, a reliable and dedicated volunteer at the background check clinics Legal Action of Wisconsin and Urban League of Greater Madison hold several times a year.
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October 6, 2025 at 1:34 PM
This month, we recognize Legal Action of Wisconsin volunteer Tim Andryk as our #BackyardHero!
The Backyard Hero Awards are sponsored by 105.5 Triple M,
@isthmusmadison.bsky.social, Budget Signs & Specialties.
www.communityshares.com/backyard-her...
The Backyard Hero Awards are sponsored by 105.5 Triple M,
@isthmusmadison.bsky.social, Budget Signs & Specialties.
www.communityshares.com/backyard-her...
CSW member @acluofwi.bsky.social is pushing back on Palmyra Police joining an ICE task force. “It’s really destructive to the relationship between local law enforcement and the immigrant communities they are sworn to serve and protect,” says ACLU attorney Tim Muth. www.wpr.org/news/wiscons...
A Wisconsin police department may soon be able to perform immigration arrests
A local Wisconsin police department could soon be authorized to make immigration arrests and conduct immigration investigations.
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September 25, 2025 at 10:13 PM
CSW member @acluofwi.bsky.social is pushing back on Palmyra Police joining an ICE task force. “It’s really destructive to the relationship between local law enforcement and the immigrant communities they are sworn to serve and protect,” says ACLU attorney Tim Muth. www.wpr.org/news/wiscons...