Italian Conference Center
631 E. Chicago Street, Milwaukee
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Donors Forum of Wisconsin (DFW) is a regional association of grantmakers who support and promote effective philanthropy through membership, professional development and information sharing. As Wisconsin's leading voice and premier resource for philanthropy, DFW is committed to helping its members fulfill their charitable goals. It does so by providing opportunities for trustees and staff to network, provides professional development opportunities, enhances knowledge and demonstrates community leadership.

DFW helps funders become more efficient, effective grantmakers. Being a members means being part of an informed, innnovative and in-touch network.

Celebrating 30 years, DFW turns its focus to what philanthropy means in our community, the impact it has had over the past 30 years, and its hope for Wisconsin's future.


DFW PARTNERS:
Who Should Attend
The Donors Forum of Wisconsin identifies the following groups as potential collaborators in structuring the framework for this conference. The Statewide Conference on Philanthropy is principally designed for these groups:
  • Private and Community Foundations
  • Corporate Setor - as part of the promotion of corporate social responsibility
  • Wealth Advisors
  • Corporate Sector - as part of the promotion of corporate social responsibility
  • Individual Donors
  • Nonprofits Organization Executives
  • Government and Public Service Officials
  • Volunteers and other members of the community interested in learning more about philanthropy

Overview
The purpose of this conference is to provide an opportunity for grantmakers, nonprofit agency executives and fellow associates in the philanthropic community to share their experiences, learn new tools and assess their past achievements and endeavors.

Sponsors
The Donors Forum of Wisconsin wishes to extend its gratitude for the corporations and foundation that provided the critical support needed to bring this conference to Wisconsin. 

Special Thanks to our 
2008 Annual Conference Sponsors

Presenting Sponsors

Additional Sponsors

                 

 
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2008 Ovation Award for Corporate Support

Keynote Speakers

Doug White
Author and BoardSource Senior Governance Consultant brings over 30 years of leadership experience in governance, fundraising, and organizational development to his consulting and training engagements.

Terrence McNally
A consultant, speaker, writer, and coach for foundations, public interest groups, public agencies, and progressive corporations, Terrence McNally focuses on message and media mastery.

Contact: 414.270.1978 • 759 N. Milwaukee Street, Ste. 515 • Milwaukee, WI 53202