Meet Us at the Museum

In honor of our 25th Anniversary, we’ve partnered with the Waukesha County Historical Society and Museum to bring you two community events!

Tuesday, September 10th | 11:30 AM – 12:30 PM

Lunch and Learn – Philanthropy in Waukesha County: A Tradition of Support

Join our President, Melissa Baxter, to explore philanthropic highlights from Waukesha County’s history. From early settlers to today, gifts of time, talent, and treasure have been a steadfast part of our communities. Baxter will share information about the Foundation and its role over the past quarter century. All attendees will receive a copy of the commemorative 25-year history booklet, written by Malcolm McDowell Woods.

Saturday, October 5th | 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

Special Event – Enjoy Free Admission to the Museum

Explore the rich heritage of Waukesha County at the Waukesha County Historical Society & Museum, where the region’s history—from Native American beginnings to the legacy of Les Paul—is preserved in over 15,000 artifacts and a million documents. Take advantage of our free admission day to experience this incredible journey through time!

Share This Post

Facebook
Twitter
LinkedIn
Email

Recent Posts

A Milestone for Every Year

A Milestone for Every Year: Top 25 Moments from our 25th Year Over the past quarter-century, the Waukesha County Community Foundation (WCCF) has watched our community grow, thrive, and face new challenges, and the past year was no different. From remarkable partnerships to unforgettable moments of generosity, our 25th anniversary

Building Bridges at the Holiday Table

Building Bridges at the Holiday Table Turn Your Conversations to Philanthropy this Holiday Season Written by Melissa Baxter, WCCF President In the next few months, many holidays will be celebrated by families across our community, and those gatherings will likely include a meal, togetherness, and maybe a football game or

Waukesha County Community Foundation Announces 2024 Community Grant Recipients

The WCCF awarded more than $165,000 at annual breakfast event Waukesha, Wis. – 10/24/2024 – The Waukesha County Community Foundation (WCCF) awarded $166,300 in Community Grants to 29 nonprofit agencies serving Waukesha County during its Giving Forward Breakfast held at the Brookfield Conference Center on Thursday, October 24. First introduced