Jane Bradley Pettit Foundation Grant

Jane Bradley Pettit Foundation Grant

Status: ACTIVE
Funder: Jane Bradley Pettit Foundation
Last Updated: March 31, 2026

Summary

The Jane Bradley Pettit Foundation Grant focuses on enhancing the lives of low-income and disadvantaged communities in Greater Milwaukee. Starting January 1, 2024, the Foundation will support operational and programmatic grants rather than capital projects. It prioritizes initiatives in health, education, arts, and community development, emphasizing the needs of women, children, and the elderly. This shift aims to empower organizations that foster social change and improve quality of life for vulnerable populations.

Overview

Note: The Jane Bradley Pettit Foundation Board has determined that effective January 1, 2024, the Foundation will no longer accept requests for capital including new building and expansion projects. The Foundation will instead focus on grants for operations and programs. Jane Bradley Pettit Foundation Grant The Jane Bradley Pettit Foundation will provide funds to initiate and sustain projects in the Greater Milwaukee community.The Foundation will focus on programs and projects that serve low-income and disadvantaged individuals, women, children and the elderly. The Foundation will support charitable organizations that address these concerns through arts and culture, community and social development, education and health. Program Areas Community & Social Development With a concern for low-income and disadvantaged families, the Foundation has designated two areas for special consideration: early childhood development and assistance to women and children in poverty. The Foundation also supports programs which enable youth to develop leadership skills, character and self-esteem. Health The Foundation gives priority to community-based health care and prevention programs which address the physical and mental health needs of families, children, persons at-risk and the elderly. Support and advocacy for victims of abuse and neglect are also a priority. Education The Foundation believes that access to educational opportunities will enable youth and adults to become productive and contributing members of society. The Foundation encourages the development of educational programs and systems which are responsive to emerging community needs. Priority will be given to programs for low-income and at-risk youth. Arts & Culture The Foundation supports the ongoing expenses of arts and cultural organizations through projects which offer guidance as well as individual and social development of young people.

Eligibility

You can learn more about this opportunity by visiting the funder's website. The Jane Bradley Pettit Foundation will provide funds to initiate and sustain projects in the Greater Milwaukee community.

Ineligibility

The Foundation will not accept applications for additional support for the period in which an organization currently has a grant in effect (12 months from when grant was given).