Donations
Nearby Nature Milwaukee works in neighborhoods experiencing long‑standing economic hardship and environmental inequity...
Where access to safe, healthy green spaces has been limited for generations. Research shows that time outdoors can reduce stress, support emotional well‑being, and improve physical health. Meanwhile, Environmental education also opens doors to green career pathways, inspiring lifelong stewardship and outdoor exploration.
Our programs, projects, and nature‑based outings rely on the generosity of supporters who believe in creating a healthier, more connected future for Milwaukee’s youth and families. Even if you do not live in these neighborhoods, your support can make a meaningful difference.
Nearby Nature Milwaukee is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit recognized by the IRS. If you are over age 70, you may be able to reduce your tax burden through a Qualified Charitable Distribution (QCD) from an IRA. Contact us for more information. Checks may be made payable to Nearby Nature Milwaukee Inc.
We are deeply grateful for the foundation, corporate, individual, and organizational donors who make this work possible.
You can donate online using PayPal or a credit card.
You can specify if you would like your donation to go to
- Nearby Nature Youth Programs
- Anti-Racism Education
- Green Space Equity Programs
- Nearby Nature General Funds
Donate by Mail
Tax-deductible contributions can be made out to:
Nearby Nature Milwaukee
4422 W. Leon Terrace.
Milwaukee, WI 53216
Wish List
🌿 Nearby Nature Milwaukee Wish List
Nearby Nature Milwaukee thrives because of the generosity and commitment of community members like you. As we continue expanding our environmental stewardship, education programs, and hands-on restoration work, we rely on essential tools and supplies that make our efforts possible.
We’re inviting supporters to help us strengthen our impact by donating items from our Wish List. These supplies directly support volunteer projects, youth activities, community cleanups, and restoration work along the Lincoln Creek Greenway and surrounding neighborhoods.
🌱 Current Wish List
- Wheelbarrow — for moving soil, mulch, plants, and cleanup materials
- Garden tools (rakes, shovels, hand tools)
- Work gloves — adult and youth sizes
- Trash grabbers — essential for creek and trail cleanups
- Heavy‑duty trash bags
- Water coolers for volunteer events
- First‑aid supplies
- Cordless changeable drill
- Tool box
- Various tools (pliers, screwdrivers, hammer, etc..,)
Our Donors
2017, 2018, 2019
- The Sierra Club Foundation
- The James E Dutton Foundation
- Greater Milwaukee Foundation
…. and dozens of private individual donors like you.
Donors
2020-2021
- Bader Philanthropies
- Fund for Lake Michigan
- Greater Milwaukee Foundation
- Freshwater Future
- Pisces Foundation Mosaic Grant
Donors
2022 – 2023
- Fund for Lake Michigan
- Greater Milwaukee Foundation
- Jane Bradley Pettit Foundation
- Johnson Controls Foundation
- Natural Resources Foundation, Bird Protection Fund
- State of Wisconsin Equitable Recovery Program
- REI Cooperative Action Fund
- Rotary Club of Milwaukee
- Theresa A Wick Fund
- Sponsors for the 4th Annual African American Environmental Awards
Donors
2024 – 2025
- Crown Family Philanthropies
- Fund for Lake Michigan
- Greater Milwaukee Foundation
- The Daybreak Fund
- Racine Dominicans/Forward Community Investments
- Johnson Controls Foundation
- Natural Resources Foundation, Bird Protection Fund
- State of Wisconsin Equitable Recovery Program
- REI Cooperative Action Fund
- Sponsors for the 5th Annual African American Environmental Awards
Greeting Card Offer
We rely on your generous support! If you Donate $500 or more, we’ll send you a complete set of FIVE of these beautiful blank greeting cards made from art prints by Mars Patterson (4 shown here, plus a mystery print). They are 5 1/2″ by 4 1/4″, are beautiful, and suitable for framing.
