Mission and Values

Mission Statement

Community Shares of Wisconsin (CSW) — together with its donors and member nonprofits — addresses social, economic, and environmental problems through grassroots activities, advocacy, research, and public education.

Values Statement

Community Shares of Wisconsin:

• Is a member-directed federation. (This means that each of our member groups holds a seat on the board, and together our members decide on our priorities, spending, etc.)
• Supports new, innovative groups in our community through our open membership application process.
• Seeks to expand its capacity to help nonprofits through networking, training, and technical assistance.
• Networks with local, state, and global organizations with similar goals.
• Builds relationships, community involvement, and citizen activism by connecting member groups, donors, and employers.
• Supports innovative solutions and ideas through pooled resources and the use of technology.

Our member nonprofits:

• Advocate for social change at the local, state, and national levels.
• Receive 100% of donor-directed funds (these are workplace giving gifts directed to one or more of our member groups).