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We are committed to improving lives in our community. We provide for people's
basic needs, we strengthen families, children and youth, and help individuals become
self-sufficient. We also focus on the root causes of our community's most critical
problems to break the cycle of poverty - the key to lasting change.
We are a local organization run and governed by those living and working within this community. The dollars that are raised here stay here.
Tim Sullivan has served as president and chief executive officer of Bucyrus International, Inc. since March 2004. Sullivan has been with the company since 1986, holding various progressive positions, including executive vice president of Marketing, vice president of Marketing and Sales, director of Business Development, product manager of Electric Mining Shovels and International Sales and most recently president and chief operating officer. Since Sullivan has been at the helm, Bucyrus has seen exceptional growth with increased sales of $283 million, expansion of operations to include a new 325,000 square foot facility in South Milwaukee, and recent acquisition of the DBT of RAG Coal International, which nearly doubles the size of the company.
In addition to serving on United Way’s board of directors since 2002 and co-chairing United Way of Greater Milwaukee's successful 2007 campaign, he also currently sits on the Board of the Metropolitan Milwaukee Association of Commerce, Milwaukee County Private Industry Council, Children’s Hospital and Health System, Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Greater Milwaukee, Boys and Girls Clubs of Greater Milwaukee, and St. Ann’s Center for Intergenerational Care.
Sue Dragisic, president of United Way of Greater Milwaukee, has had a long and distinguished career as a fundraising professional in Greater Milwaukee. Dragisic joined United Way in 1999 after serving as president of the United Performing Arts Fund, a position she held since 1984.
Sue received her bachelor's degree in Communicative Disorders and her master's degree in Audiology from Northwestern University. She is a member of the Greater Milwaukee Committee, member of the Marquette University Women's Council, and serves on numerous boards including Aurora Behavioral Health Services, the Cardiovascular Research Board at the Medical College of Wisconsin, The Management Association, Inc. (MRA), St. Mary's Hospital Foundation, St. Ann's Center for Intergenerational Care, and United Way of Wisconsin. |
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Charity Navigator annually rates over 5,200 charities. For the fourth consecutive year, we've received the highest 4-star rating
The Wisconsin Better Business Bureau also rates charities based upon 20 formidable standards. We've met them and have received the bureau's charity seal.
Get some quick information on how United Way of Greater Milwaukee works within the community, what the need is in Greater Milwaukee, and who is affected.
Our Frequently Asked Questions area will provide you with answers to the most commonly asked questions about United Way and our Community Campaign.
United Way’s reach extends beyond Milwaukee County and its central-city neighborhoods into suburban and rural areas throughout Ozaukee, Washington and Waukesha Counties. Find out how far we reach.
For the most current coverage of our activity in the community and our most recent press releases, please vist our nrewsroom.
For articles and press releases from previous years, please enter our archive.
The Impact Newsletter provides donors with information on how United Way of Greater Milwaukee is using their donations to improve lives within the community.
United Way of Greater Milwaukee's Board of Directors is comprised of volunteers from every area of the community. They oversee the direction of the organization and provide the leadership needed for us to continue to grow and serve the community.
United Way has a rich history dating back to the late 1800s. The organization has gone through many changes, but remains as one of the world's largest and most successful charitable organizations.
Our Annual Community Impact Report provides information on our programs and initiatives, including statistics on the individuals who are helped.
Click on the PDF icon to open a downloadable copy of the report.
To ensure accountability and openness, we post our Form 990. This is our annual tax return that shows exactly how much money we raise, our investments and expenses.
Click on the PDF icon to open or download a copy of the report.
United Way of Greater Milwaukee embraces diversity in all forms and realizes that the success of our community is dependent upon the inclusion of all who work, live, and enjoy the myriad of activities available within the region.
We are committed to the highest ethical standards. Our success and reputation depend upon the ethical conduct of everyone affiliated with our organization.
Click on the PDF icon to open a downloadable copy of our code.
United Way of Greater Milwaukee NEVER sells or trades information about its contributors to any other organization or person. Your pledge information is known only to you, United Way and, to the extent necessary, those in your company responsible for conducting your workplace campaign or processing
your pledge.
Similarly, United Way does not release information about which nonprofit organization(s) you designate through the Donor Choice process. Even the organizations you designate will not know your name unless you specifically authorize release of your name to them.
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