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Northwestern Mutual has named Steve Radke as the next president of its foundation.

Northwestern Mutual Foundation is donating $1.9 million to support 33 nonprofits and community-led efforts in the Amani, Metcalfe Park and Muskego Way neighborhoods, lifting its investment in Milwaukee communities to $28 million since 2013. “We chose these areas because they were in need of the most help and nobody was stepping up,” said Eric Christophersen, president of Northwestern Mutual Foundation.  Northwestern Mutual’s approach is building upon the Building Neighborhood Capacity Program, established by the Obama Administration as part of its Neighborhood Revitalization Initiati...

Milwaukee project focused on underserved neighborhoods Making long-lasting impacts block by block, a project in Milwaukee is focused on underserved communities. MILWAUKEE - Making long-lasting impacts block by block, a project in Milwaukee is focused on underserved communities. Making changes in households starts with listening to what the residents need. At one point, it was set to be demolished, but now, a home on 26th Street is a model for renovations, known as the Amani Training House. This home is key to revitalizing the community. "I saw a lot of hopelessness," said Jim  Gaillard, VP,...

Share this article Share this article MILWAUKEE, May 12, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Nearly 90% of cultural institutions around the world closed their doors due to pandemic-related safety concerns last year; in Wisconsin, the arts and culture sectors were among those hit the hardest. Northwestern Mutual is seeking to ensure residents and visitors will have the opportunity to continue experiencing the city's many vibrant cultural attractions. The company, through its Foundation, today announced $1.4 million in grants to support prominent destinations in Milwaukee. "Our city's cultural spaces provide...

Courtesy of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Pittsburgh Dan Jenkins (left) of Mt. Lebanon with Jan Glick, CEO of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Pittsburgh, with a ceremonial check for $25,000 he received for his volunteer work to help the organization. He was recognized with the award by the Northwestern Mutual Foundation. Courtesy of Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Pittsburgh Dan Jenkins (back) of Mt. Lebanon stands with a group of volunteers, mentors and kids from Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Pittsburgh. Jenkins was awarded $25,000 for his volunteer work to help the org...