This is Workplace Giving season.
Friday, October 30, 2020
A workplace giving campaign coordinated by Community Shares of Wisconsin allows employees to make gifts to nonprofits through payroll contributions. […]
Community Change-Maker Awards to Recognize Social and Environmental Justice Leaders
Friday, August 21, 2020
On September 17, Community Shares of Wisconsin will celebrate the work of three community leaders who are working to build […]
Community Shares of Wisconsin Announces $6000 Distributed in 2020 Inspiring Voices Grants
Thursday, August 20, 2020
“Community Shares of Wisconsin is proud to support these boots-on-the-ground groups working in support of Madison’s vibrant Black community,” said Executive Director Cheri Dubiel.
Community Shares of Wisconsin Stands in Support of Freedom, Inc. and Urban Triage
Friday, June 5, 2020
Community Shares of Wisconsin stands in strong support of our member group Freedom, Inc. and our 2020 Inspiring Voices group […]
Community Shares Launches the Fund for a Just Recovery
Thursday, April 23, 2020
Aid needed for nonprofits working for a more equitable post-COVID community Madison, WI – This week Community Shares of Wisconsin […]
Community Shares of Wisconsin and COVID-19
Monday, March 16, 2020
To protect the health and safety of our community, Community Shares of Wisconsin (CSW) is following the advice of public […]
Community Shares Announces its Sixth Annual Giving Day!
Friday, January 24, 2020
The Big Share is back with many ways for generous community members to share! Madison, WI – Over seventy […]
You are critical to the success of Community Shares of Wisconsin
Friday, December 27, 2019
It is through your generous support that we can make the biggest impacts in our community. Because of you, we […]
It’s Workplace Giving Season!
Wednesday, October 2, 2019
Choose Community Shares of Wisconsin In your workplace giving Campaign Annual funds raised by CSW have increased from $300 in […]
Presenting our 2019 Community Change-Makers
Wednesday, August 21, 2019
On September 19th, Community Shares of Wisconsin (CSW) will celebrate the work of three incredible leaders working to build a […]
Inspiring Voices: Padres E Hijos
Tuesday, August 20, 2019
Padres e Hijos en Acción now helps Wisconsin’s Latino families by providing Spanish-speaking children with special needs a community where they feel at home and opportunities to develop their fine and gross motor skills. They are Community Shares of Wisconsin Inspiring Voices for the month of August.
CSW Announces Inspiring Voices Organization conNEXTions
Tuesday, June 18, 2019
Community Shares of Wisconsin is proud to announce conNEXTions as the first Inspiring Voices Project of 2019! “We’re excited […]
Save the Date: 2019 Change-Maker Awards Event is on Thursday, Sept 19th!
Friday, May 17, 2019
We invite you to join Community Shares of Wisconsin for our Annual Community Change-Maker Awards Event on Thursday, September 19, 2019 at Union South! […]
Community Shares of Wisconsin Announces 2019 Big Share to Take Place March 5
Monday, January 14, 2019
We’re thrilled to announce that The 2019 Big Share will take place on Tuesday, March 5, to raise funds and […]
Community Shares of Wisconsin Announces Seven New Member Organizations
Tuesday, January 8, 2019
We are excited to announce that seven new nonprofits have joined our fundraising federation. The new CSW members groups join […]
Capital Times Editorial: Invest in community with gift to Community Shares
Thursday, December 20, 2018
Thank you to The Capital Times for the generous endorsement of year-end giving to Community Shares of Wisconsin. We are […]
Community Shares’ 2018 Change-Makers Advance the Local Social Justice Movement
Tuesday, September 4, 2018
On September 20, Community Shares of Wisconsin (CSW) will celebrate the work of three incredible leaders working to build a […]
CSW Highlights Rebalanced-Life Wellness Association in 2018 Inspiring Voices Campaign
Note: This article was originally published on Madison 365, which partners with Community Shares of Wisconsin to promote the Inspiring Voices […]
Pivotal Transition First Inspiring Voices Project of 2018!
Thursday, May 31, 2018
Community Shares of Wisconsin is proud to announce Pivotal Transition as the first Inspiring Voices Project of 2018! “We’re excited […]
Save the Date: The 2018 Change-Maker Awards Event is on Sept. 20th!
Friday, May 25, 2018
Join Community Shares of Wisconsin (CSW) for the 2018 Community Change-Maker Awards Event on Thursday, Sept. 20th, 5:00-7:00 p.m. at […]
Thank You! The 2018 Big Share Raised over $430,000!
Monday, March 26, 2018
A BIG Thank You to everyone who donated and supported The Big Share on Tuesday, March 6! Thanks to thousands […]
CSW Announces 2018 Big Share to Take Place March 6!
Thursday, January 18, 2018
We’re thrilled to announce The 2018 Big Share® will take place on Tuesday, March 6 to benefit local nonprofits working […]
Community Shares of Wisconsin To Host Racial Justice Film Series
Wednesday, January 17, 2018
Hosted by Community Shares of Wisconsin in partnership with the Madison Public Library, the Racial Justice Film Series aims to educate […]
Capital Times Editorial: To promote change locally, support Community Shares
Thursday, December 21, 2017
A huge thank you to our friends at The Capital Times for their generous endorsement of year-end giving to Community […]
Opportunities to Take Action Against Hate
Wednesday, August 30, 2017
Community Shares of Wisconsin (CSW) has been deeply alarmed by recent white supremacist actions in Charlottesville and around the country. […]
Meet CSW’s 2017 Change-Makers
Monday, August 14, 2017
2017 Community Change-Maker Award Winners On September 27, 2017, we gather to honor the work of local heroes and change-makers at […]
Inspiring Voices Returns with Building Bosses!
Wednesday, June 14, 2017
Community Shares of Wisconsin is pleased to announce the return of Inspiring Voices, now in partnership with Madison 365—to build […]
Save the Date: The 2017 Change-Maker Awards Event is on Sep. 27
Wednesday, May 31, 2017
Join Community Shares of Wisconsin (CSW) for the 2017 Community Change-Maker Awards Event on Wednesday, September 27, 5:00-7:00 p.m. at Union […]
The Big Share Raises a Record $315,000…and Counting!
Wednesday, March 8, 2017
(Post updated) Community Shares of Wisconsin (CSW) is pleased to announced The 2017 Big Share™ raised a record-breaking $315,000 from 2,700 […]
Help Make History on March 7!
Sunday, March 5, 2017
Ready to be part of the excitement of The Big Share and make a BIG impact? Here are 4 easy […]
CSW Announces Big Share Prizes and Events
Monday, February 27, 2017
With a week left to go, Community Shares of Wisconsin (CSW) is pleased to share our full prize and event […]
RSVP to Attend a Twitter Party on Feb. 28
Thursday, February 9, 2017
Join Community Shares of Wisconsin for a Twitter Party with Sujhey Beisser, Jessica Cavazos, Maurice Cheeks, Brandi Grayson, and Jen Rubin on Feb. […]
Former CSW Executive Director Crystel Anders on Forward Forum with John Quinlan
Wednesday, February 8, 2017
Former Executive Director Crystel Anders recently sat down with John Quinlan, host of Forward Forum, a local public affairs program, […]
January 25 CSW Board Meeting Cancelled
Wednesday, January 25, 2017
January 25, 2017 Due to the expected snowfall and closure of Madison Public Schools today, Community Shares of Wisconsin (CSW) […]
CSW Announces: 2017 Big Share on March 7
Thursday, January 12, 2017
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Thursday, January 12, 2017 MADISON—Community Shares of Wisconsin (CSW) today announced the 2017 Big Share will take […]
Community Shares of Wisconsin Announces Cheri Dubiel as its Next Executive Director
Monday, December 19, 2016
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Monday, December 19, 2016 MADISON—Community Shares of Wisconsin (CSW) today announced Cheri Dubiel as its Executive Director […]
Capital Times: “Make our community even better with a donation to Community Shares”
Thursday, December 15, 2016
Wondering about the impact of your gift to Community Shares of Wisconsin? Thanks to The Capital Times for this recent editorial endorsing […]
It’s Now Easier To Give Through Your Donor-Advised Fund
Friday, December 2, 2016
Community Shares of Wisconsin gratefully welcomes grants from your donor-advised fund. We are proud partners with Madison Community Foundation who […]
Meet the 2016 CSW Community Change-Makers
Thursday, August 11, 2016
On September 8, 2016, we gather to honor the work of local heroes and change-makers at our annual Community Change-Makers […]
2016 Community Change-Maker Awards Event is September 8
Thursday, May 26, 2016
*Presented by First Business Bank* On Thursday, September 8, we will host our 2016 Community Change-Maker Awards Event, where we […]
The Big Share Raises Over $260,000 in 24 Hours
Wednesday, March 2, 2016
The second annual Big Share™—the area’s local online giving day—raised over $263,000 from more than 2,000 donors in 24 hours […]
Cap Times Shout-out for The Big Share
Tuesday, March 1, 2016
"Second Big Share will help build a better community"
Madison365 Spreading the Word about The Big Share
Saturday, February 27, 2016
Thanks Madison365 for helping spread the word about the community’s chance to support 70 nonprofits during The Big Share on […]
CSW Announces: 2016 Big Share on March 1
Monday, January 11, 2016
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Tuesday, January 12, 2016 Contact: Moira Urich, Communications Director 608-256-1066, [email protected] MADISON — Community Shares of Wisconsin […]
Cap Times Shout-Out to CSW
Tuesday, December 29, 2015
Support social justice with donation to Community Shares
CSW an Icon “Setting the Example” in Editorial
Monday, November 23, 2015
A recent editorial in the Cap Times noted our recent awards from the community, as well as our growth under […]
What a Week: CSW Receives Two Awards
Wednesday, November 18, 2015
Outstanding Philanthropic Organization 2015
CSW Job Opening: Development Coordinator
Wednesday, October 28, 2015
Community Shares of Wisconsin is hiring a Development Coordinator to organize logistics related to annual fundraising campaigns and special events, including […]
Editorial Gives Kudos to Our Change-Makers
Monday, September 14, 2015
A recent editorial on Madison.com, from the Cap Times, pays tribute to our phenomenal Award Winners at our September 10 […]
Community Shares of Wisconsin Named Outstanding Philanthropic Organization
Tuesday, September 1, 2015
Community Shares of Wisconsin (CSW) today announced that it will receive the 2015 Outstanding Philanthropic Organization award from the Madison […]
Walk the Walk 2015: Friday, October 23
Friday, August 21, 2015
Walk the Walk, a tour of social and environmental justice organizations in the UW–Madison neighborhood, takes place Friday, October 23, […]
Meet the CSW Change-Maker Award Winners
Friday, August 7, 2015
Information about our 2015 Change-Maker Award Winners is provided here. Learn how they’ve changed countless lives. Linda Sundberg Civil Rights […]
Remembering Community Leader Art Lloyd
Wednesday, August 5, 2015
We at Community Shares were deeply saddened to hear of the passing of long-time community leader Art Lloyd. Art and […]
Annual Awards Event–September 10
Thursday, May 21, 2015
*Presented by First Business Bank* On September 10, CSW will host our 2015 Community Change-Maker Awards, where we gather to […]
CSW Hosting a Cultural Competence Leadership Institute
Wednesday, March 18, 2015
April 20-21, 2015 The need for culturally competent leaders is critically important. And though attaining cultural competence does not occur […]
The Big Share a Resounding Success for 70 Local Nonprofits
Wednesday, March 4, 2015
Over $232,000 raised, surpassing $180,000 goal
Cap Times Editorial Supports The Big Share
Tuesday, March 3, 2015
Support vital local causes in Big Share
WISC-TV Editorial Urges Big Share Giving
Monday, March 2, 2015
70 local nonprofits benefit from The Big Share
Cap Times: Urging You to Make a Donation to CSW
Saturday, December 27, 2014
"It's incredibly valuable that CSW is there to support groups like ours," from Wisconsin Democracy Campaign
Welcoming New Member Groups!
Sunday, November 30, 2014
Community Shares of Wisconsin has a long history of connecting you to social and environmental change. Now you have more […]
Stay Updated on CSW Member Group Events and Volunteer Opportunities
Monday, November 24, 2014
Our member groups have a number of events and volunteer opportunities througouth the year. We encourage you to contact the […]
Annual Awards Event — October 6
Thursday, September 4, 2014
On October 6, CSW will host our 2014 Annual Awards Event, where we gather to recognize local leaders and the critical […]
Walk the Walk: Friday, October 17
Thursday, August 21, 2014
Three themed walking tours for students: social and environmental justice nonprofits near campus
Like Community Shares on Facebook and Win Great Local Prizes!
Tuesday, August 5, 2014
Click here for a link to our facebook page!
Your Community CHIP Gifts: $225,000 Last Year
Monday, June 2, 2014
The Willy Street Reader featured an article on the partnership between Community Shares of Wisconsin and the Willy Street Co-op. […]
New Associate Director: Cheri Dubiel Buckner
Wednesday, May 14, 2014
Cheri Dubiel Buckner has come back on board as the new Associate Director at Community Shares of Wisconsin. Cheri was […]
CSW Honored in 2014 Best Places to Work!
Thursday, March 20, 2014
Madison Magazine has named Community Shares of Wisconsin (CSW) as one of the Best Places to Work 2014. “I’m always […]
CSW Members in Article about Willy Street Co-op
Tuesday, December 17, 2013
In the recent issue of Nature's Pathways
We’re in Top Tier Nationwide for Giving Tuesday
Wednesday, December 4, 2013
Thanks to our many supporters--we raised $9,735!
CSW Receiving Special Recognition Award from OutReach
Monday, August 19, 2013
Celebrate with us at the OutReach event on Sept. 20
Join Us at the Walk the Walk Reception, Sept. 13, 4-6 p.m.
Friday, August 16, 2013
At the Center for Change
It’s Your Vote: Choose Your Favorite Name for the Center’s Coffee Blend
Thanks to Madison-based Just Coffee, the Center for Change (shared space created by CSW) is getting its own coffee blend. […]
Judging Nonprofits Only by Lowest Overhead?
Wednesday, March 27, 2013
How it can restrict their growth
Why Funding for General Operations Is Important
Tuesday, March 26, 2013
Blog post from the National Committee for Responsive Philanthropy
CHIP Donations Top $220,000 for 2012
Monday, February 11, 2013
Thanks to customers' generosity at Willy Street Co-op
Community Shares of Wisconsin & Community CHIP Have Merged!
Wednesday, January 2, 2013
CHIP is now a program of Community Shares of Wisconsin
Working for Social Justice through Social Change Philanthropy
Thursday, November 15, 2012
Great article in Nonprofit Quarterly describes the type of work that CSW does.
CSW Event Features Volunteers Who “make our community tick”
Thursday, September 20, 2012
From the Cap Times
Join Us at our Awards Event 9/18
Wednesday, August 22, 2012
2012 Award Winners from OutReach, Wisconsin League of Conservation Voters, and Disability Rights Wisconsin
Spotlight on New Workplace Giving Sites: Dane Buy Local
Thursday, June 21, 2012
“When I first met with Community Shares staff, I didn’t know much about workplace giving. When I understood the concept—the […]
Robert Egger Visits Center for Change
Tuesday, April 17, 2012
He interviews Crystel Anders, CSW Executive Director
WISC Editorial Supports CHIP
Thursday, February 16, 2012
"We too love CHIP and we congratulate CSW and Willy Street Co-ops"
Highest Ever CHIP Revenue
Monday, January 23, 2012
Willy Street Co-op owners donate $180,000 to CSW/CHIP and our members
CSW Featured in Madison Originals Magazine
Sunday, November 6, 2011
Madison Originals Magazine (November/December issue) featured an article about Community Shares of Wisconsin. Here is a two-page excerpt: CSW-MadisonOriginals; or […]
Dave Zweifel’s Madison: Three Honored at CSW 40th Anniversary Fete
Friday, September 30, 2011
From the Cap Times, September 30
What Does 40 Years of Change Look Like?
Friday, September 2, 2011
Attend our 40th anniversary event 9/27
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