Community Shares of Wisconsin

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Together We Transform Our Community. Learn more about our work and nonprofit membership at communityshares.com.

A green graphic featuring the Community Immigration Law Center logo reads: New federal detention data show ICE is holding significantly more people in Wisconsin than in previous years, with more than half having no criminal convictions. Community Immigration Law Center Legal Director Aissa Olivarez explains how this increase negatively impacts due process, family separation, and access to legal representation as more people are transferred to out-of-state detention facilities.
A green graphic featuring the ACLU of Wisconsin logo reads: A Milwaukee Internal Affairs detective has been charged with allegedly misusing Flock license plate reader technology to track individuals for personal reasons—despite previously investigating another officer for similar conduct. The case adds to growing concerns over surveillance technology, oversight, and repeated misuse of automated license plate reader systems across Wisconsin.
A green background featuring a yellow newspaper reads: Here's what you may have missed last week from some of our 81 member nonprofits.
Three stripes—red, gold, and white—are displayed across the top. Below, it reads: Red represents physical disabilities, gold for neurodiversity, and white for undiagnosed and invisible disabilities.
The disability pride flag is featured at the top. Below, it reads: The disability pride flag: what it represents.
A green graphic featuring a grey circle with a family symbol and Urban Triage logo at the top reads: Urban Triage's free weekly produce distribution is back for the season, providing locally grown organic greens to the community while supporting Dane County farmers through its Supporting Healthy Agriculture program and expanding access to fresh, culturally relevant food.
A green background featuring a yellow megaphone reads: Here's what some of our 81 member nonprofits have been up to last week.
A photo of people sitting at picnic tables and enjoying a beautiful day at Olbrich Biergarten. It reads, Fundraiser Night Olbrich Biergarten Tuesday June 23, 4-10 p.m. 3527 Atwood Ave, Madison
A green graphic featuring a gray circle with a justice symbol and Kids Forward logo at the top reads: Kids Forward is raising concerns about new federal Medicaid work requirements set to take effect in 2027, warning that added paperwork and stricter eligibility rules could cause eligible Wisconsinites to lose health coverage, including some people with disabilities and chronic health conditions.
A green background featuring a yellow bell and red notification dot reads: News round up. Here's what you may have missed last week from some of our 81 member nonprofits.
A portrait of Anne Katz smiling features the Create Wisconsin logo in the background. Below, it reads "Congratulations Create Wisconsin Director Anne Katz. Wisconsin Area Music Industry Wall of Honor Inductee."
A green calendar highlights the Community Change-Maker Awards on Thursday, September 17, circled in red marker.
A green graphic featuring a grey circle with leaf icon and Midwest Environmental Advocates logo at the top reads: Midwest Environmental Advocates joined a coalition of more than 80 organizations calling on federal agencies to address rising nitrate contamination in drinking water. Advocates are urging stronger public health protections and increased support for farming practices that reduce fertilizer pollution.
A green background featuring a yellow megaphone reads: News round up. Here's what you may have missed last week from some of our 82 member nonprofits.
A person holds a transgender pride flag above their head. Above, ti reads "Transgender Day of Visibility."
A photo of the Green family.
A green graphic reads "Thank you matching gift donors" and features four portraits of Katherine Kimport, Patrick Heck, Lynn Currie, and Bob Lewin. Also mentioned in text are Efrat Livny, Tim Radelet, Stefanie Sue Moritz, and Vincel Jenkins. TheBigShare.org appears at the bottom.
A white graphic features a golden beer with a foamy head. It reads "Big Share GIANT Afterparty 7:30-10PM Giant Jones Brewing: 931 E Main St, #9 (Community Shares' Neighbors!)" The Big Share and Giant Jones Brewing Company logos appear at the bottom in green.⠀
A white graphic features a cup of coffee and the Cargo Coffee logo. It reads "Morning coffee at Cargo 7 AM-8AM on Tuesday, March 3 Cargo Coffee 750 E Washington Ave. Join CSW and our member nonprofits for free coffee! No registration required. The Big Share logo appears at the bottom in green.
A green graphic reads "Thank you media sponsor" with the News 3 Now logo.
A green graphic reads "Thank you media sponsor" with the Capital Times logo.
Image description: a green graphic reads "Thank you media sponsor" with the WUWM 89.7 logo.
Graphic features a pink birthday cake with strawberries. It reads: Common Wealth's 47th Birthday! Valentine's Day! Saturday, February 14th Time: 10 AM-12PM Rotunda Cafe 1965 Atwood Ave, Madison, WI, 53704. A note on the right side of the graphic reads: CWD's Birthday Wishlist! For you to enjoy cake, coffee, and community with us at Rotunda Cafe! 47 reoccurring donors in honor of our 47th anniversary! For our supporters to consider joining our peer-to-peer fundraising campaign! Sponsored by Lake Ridge Bank. Special thanks to Rotunda Cafe!