January is in full swing with the full proposal deadline in the rearview mirror and the convenings calendar taking shape.


One of the most exciting developments happening at the moment is our tagline transition from the "Celebrating Compassion" to "Upholding Dignity," internally and externally. Finalizing the tagline has opened up a bounty of organized and organic opportunities for the Bader team to talk about our values -- Dignity, Compassion, Humility, Integrity and Service; express what it looks like when we see, hear and feel it in the community and when we work with one another. It is enabling us to learn more about the lived experiences that shape how we see the world.


In the new year, we hope you have the opportunity to reflect upon your personal and organization's values and how they influence you and the people around you. It is an enlightening experience that is truly enriched when you invite others to join you. Imagine what our world would be if we could have these conversations.



Dan



In this Issue

  • Bader Philanthropies and Partners in the News
  • Partner Spotlight: Camp
  • Recent Grants
  • Partner Tools, Tips and Resources


Bader Philanthropies and Partners in the News


📚READ: 'Everybody pitched in': Northcott Neighborhood House serves meals, toys to families at annual Christmas event


📚READ: New Life For Old Riverwest Bank


📚READ: Here are ways you can celebrate Martin Luther King Jr. Day in Milwaukee

Partner Spotlight: Camp Reunite


Camp Reunite is a free program of Hometown Heroes, Inc. Camp Reunite is a week-long summer camp for children ages 8-13 with mothers incarcerated at Taycheedah Correctional Institution in Wisconsin. The camp offers typical summer activities while providing a safe space for children to express their feelings about their mothers' incarceration.


Focused on addressing trauma, anxiety, and shame, Camp Reunite helps children develop coping skills and resiliency. By the end of the week, campers leave with valuable emotional tools and a brighter outlook on life.

Watch the Camp Reunite video below!

Watch the 2024 Camp Reunite video

Recent Grants



Helen Daniels Bader Fund

ALZHEIMER'S & HEALTHY AGING

Foundations Health & Wholeness, Inc.

$60,000.00

This Grant supports the Grantee's collaboration to enhance mental health and social connectivity for older adults and caregivers through comprehensive services.


St. Ann Center for Intergenerational Care, Inc.

$50,000.00

This Grant supports the Grantee's initiative to restore its full capacity for providing safe, consistent bathing services to approximately 2,800 clients annually.


ALZHEIMER'S-ISRAEL

The Israel Healthcare Foundation

$104,000.00

This Grant supports the Grantee's objective to address Alzheimer's Disease and brain health disparities among individuals of Middle Eastern and North African ancestry (MENA).


THE ARTS

Danceworks Inc.

$100,000.00

This Grant supports the Grantee's efforts to enhance youth engagement in the arts and improve their physical, mental, and social wellness through dance education.


La Familia De Arte

$65,000.00

This Grant supports the enhancement of green spaces in underserved city areas through community-engaged ceramic art installations.


COLLABORATIVE GRANTS

Catchafire

$50,000.00

This funding provides access to a platform and membership in a regional partnership to offer grantees pro bono technical support for marketing, technology, website development and related capacity building projects.


Isabel & Alfred Bader Fund


COMMUNITY MATTERS

Community Center for Immigrants Incorporated

$50,000.00

This Grant supports the Grantee's initiative to integrate Milwaukee area refugees through education, legal services, and mental health support.


Hope House of Milwaukee, Inc.

$100,000.00

This Grant supports the Grantee's Family Bonds program, which provides immediate shelter to Milwaukee families experiencing homelessness, while guiding them to secure long-term housing and employment.

 

JEWISH EDUCATION

Hillel Academy, Inc

$400,000.00

This Grant supports the Grantee's provision of a Judaic-based education to Milwaukee area students.


LEGACY

African American Leadership Alliance-Milwaukee, Inc.

$500,000.00

This Grant supports the Grantee's activities to develop Milwaukee area African American leaders, and enhance organizational communication and networks.


Friends of the University of Sussex

$174,000.00

This Grant supports the Grantee's Ph.D. program at the Centre for German-Jewish Studies, which aims to develop high-caliber scholars in the field.

 

NEIGHBORHOOD ENGAGEMENT

Community Development Alliance, Inc.

$100,000.00

This Grant supports the Grantee's activities to build 40 new homes and promote affordable housing in the Harambee neighborhood.


Westcare Wisconsin, Inc.

$120,000.00

This Grant supports the Grantee's efforts to enhance community engagement, conflict resolution, and violence intervention through culturally relevant training and shared leadership.

 

SOCIAL EQUALITY

Association of Ethiopian Jews (a.r.)

$100,000.00

This Grant supports the Grantee's efforts to boost Ethiopian-Israeli representation in mid-level professional positions in national and municipal governments.


CEDU-Centre for Democracy in Education

$92,000.00

This Grant supports the Grantee's program that fosters student leadership and civic values at Czech primary school's with majority-Roma populations.


YOUTH DEVELOPMENT

Harry and Rose Samson Family Jewish Community Center, Inc.

$120,000.00

This Grant supports the Grantee's inclusive free camp programs that foster leadership, community service, and employment for diverse groups, including adults with disabilities.

 

Click here to view full grants listing.

Partner Tools, Tips and Resources


"Upholding Dignity" Tagline Logo and Brand Guide Available Online


Bader Philanthropies is guided by five values -- Dignity, Compassion, Humility, Integrity and Service. Our Founders' life experiences shaped their world views and the importance of "Upholding Dignity" for all. Over the next two years, we look forward to highlighting organizations and individuals who are "Upholding Dignity" in service to others.


The Foundation's logo with the "Upholding Dignity" tagline can we found in our Brand Guide. As a kind reminder, we request the opportunity to review print and/or digital media that include the Foundation’s logo and/or name.


Catchafire


Create a marketing plan. Update your employee handbook. Refresh your website. Are these projects on your 2025 goals list?


Catchafire is offering Bader Philanthropies grantees access to pro bono technical support for marketing, technology, website development and related capacity building projects. In early February, grantees will receive an email directly from Catchafire which will include details on how your organization can participate.



Preview: Bader360 Refresh


The Foundation continues to implement feedback from grantees on how to make Bader360, the grants management system, intuitive and user-friendly. See the preview below of what you will see at the end of January.



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