Northwestern Mutual Foundation
/OVERVIEW: The Northwestern Mutual Foundation supports fighting childhood cancer, education and neighborhoods in Wisconsin.
IP TAKE: This national funder makes Milwaukee a huge priority in its giving and makes itself accessible to local grantseekers.
PROFILE: Established in 1992, the Northwestern Mutual Foundation (NMF) is a corporate foundation based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. This is the grantmaking arm of the Northwestern Mutual company, a financial services mutual organization. The foundation aims to "improve the lives of children and families in need through financial support, volunteerism and collaboration with community partners to build stronger communities.” NMF’s funding priorities are childhood cancer, education and neighborhoods.
The Northwestern Mutual Foundation’s national focus is childhood cancer, and its funding supports families, survivors and medical research in this area. supports families, survivors, and research with this program. One area of specific interest has been camps and recreational experiences for pediatric cancer patients and survivors. NMF also prioritizes the city of Milwaukee and Southeast Wisconsin, where its parent company is based. In this geographic area, the foundation supports youth mentorship programs, third grade reading programs and 9th grade high school transition programs. Its community funding supports neighborhood revitalization efforts in specific Milwaukee neighborhoods, including the restoration of public parks and neighborhood centers. NMF has also funded Wisconsin cultural organizations, museums and outdoor attractions.
Grants range between about $1,000 and $10,000. Past local grantees include Milwaukee Succeeds Cradle to Career, Milwaukee Art Museum and the Amani Neighborhood Dominican Center. Learn more about this funder’s local giving by examining its recent tax records.
According to recent tax records, this foundation accepts unsolicited grant applications from nonprofits. Past applicants have had a grant submission deadline of March 15. Direct general questions to the staff at nmfoundation@northwesternmutual.com or 877-877-2129.
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