Bader Philanthropies
/OVERVIEW: Bader Philanthropies supports the elderly, arts, Jewish education, faith and human services in Wisconsin through its two charitable funds.
IP TAKE: Despite this foundation’s broad interests, it primarily supports local Milwaukee nonprofits. There are two funds, and the application process is streamlined.
PROFILE: Bader Philanthropies is a philanthropic foundation comprised of two charitable funds and based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This is the foundation of Helen Bader and also Isabel and Alfred Bader, who were all family members deeply involved in the local community. Established in 1989, the Helen Daniels Bader Fund aims to “enhance the lives of older adults in Wisconsin and Israel, to promote the arts and to further Jewish education.” The second fund, the Isabel and Alfred Bader Fund, aims to “strengthen Milwaukee and the world by helping individuals realize their fullest human potential through the arts, faith and individual opportunity.”
Bader Philanthropies operates as one philanthropic organization even though it two funds have slightly different grantmaking interests. The both of the Bader funds often support causes for Alzheimer’s disease, aging, youth, education, workforce development and community improvement. Bader’s community initiative program funds basic human needs and urban education, while the funder’s Jewish education support mostly extends to Milwaukee day schools. The foundation has also demonstrated interest in social equality, economic opportunity and enriching the lives of low-income children in Milwaukee. In addition to grants, Bader also has also made program-related investments since 1995.
Grants range between about $5,000 and $300,000. Grantmaking mostly focus on the Milwaukee area of Wisconsin, but the foundation considers making grants in other regions and in Israel. Past local grantees include 4th Dimension Sobriety, Above the Clouds, and the African American Chamber of Commerce of Wisconsin. Learn more about this funder’s local giving on the grants awarded page of the funder’s website.
This foundation accepts unsolicited preliminary applications via its website. The staff chooses applicants to then submit full applications. Bader typically has spring and fall grants deadlines. Direct general questions to the staff at 414-224-6464 or via online form.
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