Below are brief descriptions of The Brico Fund’s four focus areas. Use the menu on the right to get more detailed information on each program area.
The Women and Girls grant making program focuses in two specific program areas: girls out-of-school programming; and reproductive rights, justice and health. We believe these two core funding areas are strategic investments that make progress toward securing the full participation in society for women and girls.
The Environment grant making program focuses in two specific program areas: to improve the water quality and quantity of Lake Michigan and surrounding waterways; and to building a healthy, locally sourced food system in Southeastern Wisconsin.
The purpose of the Just and Equitable Society grant making area is to strengthen capacity and build leadership of those nonprofits that advocate for fair policies and a better quality of life for Wisconsin families.
The purpose of the Culture and Community grant making program is to support cultural and community organizations that enhance and sustain the quality of life in the Milwaukee community. Although organizations may apply for funding, most granting in this category is focused on the specific interests of the Fund. Of specific interest to the Fund are efforts to improve the strength and stability of the arts community, including advocacy efforts that help define Milwaukee as a vibrant city.