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Wisconsin Nonprofit Compensation & Benefits Survey

Wisconsin’s nonprofit sector plays a critical role in the health and vibrancy of Wisconsin communities. We know that many who work in the nonprofit sector do so for the love and passion of a specific cause. Along with the Institute… Read More

HBI Offers Free Access to Candid’s Foundation Directory Online

In response to the ongoing COVID crisis, Candid and HBI are pleased to offer access to the Foundation Directory Online (FDO Essential) to the broader Wisconsin nonprofit community at no cost for the full calendar year of 2021. To register for… Read More

HBI Launches Nonprofit Skills Academy

In the fall of 2020, HBI joined into a training partnership with Candid.org, home to GuideStar, the Foundation Center, and former GrantSpace (now Candid Learning). As a new member of the Funding Information Network, HBI & UWM have the combined… Read More

Lunch Hour with HBI

Nonprofit life can be challenging for even the most experienced among us. So, whether you’re an experienced leader, part of nonprofit staff, or just interested in the Wisconsin nonprofit sector, the Helen Bader Institute for Nonprofit Management at the University… Read More

HBI Open House

Monday, December 7 2020 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Join us online on Zoom!

The Helen Bader Institute (HBI) for Nonprofit Management at UWM works to improve the leadership and effectiveness of nonprofit organizations through education, research, and service. Stop in and learn more about the latest initiatives and programming developed to support nonprofits throughout Wisconsin.

In development with HBI, UWM offers two graduate education programs, a Masters of Science in Nonprofit Management and Leadership, and a Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Management. These are the first graduate-level educational programs in the state of Wisconsin that have been specifically designed for nonprofit managers and leaders. On top of that, HBI’s MS in Nonprofit Management and Leadership is one of only 10 similar programs around the world to be accredited by the Nonprofit Academic Centers Council.

Topics to be discussed during the open house will include UWM’s graduate-level educational programming, HBI’s nonprofit-focused research initiatives, and nonprofit professional development and skills-building designed to enhance organizational efficiency and effectiveness in the Greater Milwaukee area.

Register Now!

Be sure to bring your questions!

SAVE THE DATE: Where Mission Meets Advocacy

Tuesday, September 15 2020 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm

Virtual

SAVE THE DATE!

Where Mission Meets Advocacy: Telling Your Story in COVID-19

Based on feedback from Wisconsin nonprofits about their current needs during COVID19, the Wisconsin Nonprofit Resource Group (WisNRG), which counts HBI among its partner organizations, will host a very informative session, featuring tips and illustrations of multimedia strategies to reach a variety of stakeholders. We’ll explore ways to raise awareness and advocate for issues essential to your organization’s sustainability and systems change for your constituents.

Stay tuned for more information.

HBI Open House

Thursday, November 5 2020 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Join on online on Zoom!

The Helen Bader Institute (HBI) for Nonprofit Management at UWM works to improve the leadership and effectiveness of nonprofit organizations through education, research, and service. Stop in and learn more about the latest initiatives and programming developed to support nonprofits throughout Wisconsin.

In development with HBI, UWM offers two graduate education programs, a Masters of Science in Nonprofit Management and Leadership, and a Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Management. These are the first graduate-level educational programs in the state of Wisconsin that have been specifically designed for nonprofit managers and leaders. On top of that, HBI’s MS in Nonprofit Management and Leadership is one of only 10 similar programs around the world to be accredited by the Nonprofit Academic Centers Council.

Topics to be discussed during the open house will include UWM’s graduate-level educational programming, HBI’s nonprofit-focused research initiatives, and nonprofit professional development and skills-building designed to enhance organizational efficiency and effectiveness in the Greater Milwaukee area.

Register Now!

Be sure to bring your questions!

HBI Open House

Tuesday, August 25 2020 5:30pm - 6:30pm

Join us online on Zoom!

The Helen Bader Institute (HBI) for Nonprofit Management at UWM works to improve the leadership and effectiveness of nonprofit organizations through education, research, and service. Stop in and learn more about the latest initiatives and programming developed to support nonprofits throughout Wisconsin.

In development with HBI, UWM offers two graduate education programs, a Masters of Science in Nonprofit Management and Leadership, and a Graduate Certificate in Nonprofit Management. These are the first graduate-level educational programs in the state of Wisconsin that have been specifically designed for nonprofit managers and leaders. On top of that, HBI’s MS in Nonprofit Management and Leadership is one of only 10 similar programs around the world to be accredited by the Nonprofit Academic Centers Council.

Topics to be discussed during the open house will include UWM’s graduate-level educational programming, HBI’s nonprofit-focused research initiatives, and nonprofit professional development and skills-building designed to enhance organizational efficiency and effectiveness in the Greater Milwaukee area.

Register Now!

Be sure to bring your questions!

Taking a Deeper Dive Into the COVID-19 Effect

We wanted to take a moment to update you on our research actively looking into the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic and the related shelter-in-place and social distancing regulations in effect here in Wisconsin. The COVID-19 Effect on Wisconsin’s Nonprofit… Read More

COVID-19 Survey #2 Is Now Live

How have your communities been impacted? The COVID-19 Effect on Wisconsin’s Nonprofit Sector is a statewide collaboration among faculty and staff at many University of Wisconsin System campuses, including UW-Milwaukee, UW-Whitewater, UW-Madison, UW-Green Bay, UW-Parkside, and UW-Oshkosh. As well all… Read More