Fund Milwaukee

Overview

Fund Milwaukee is a network that connects local investors with Milwaukee-area businesses committed to social, environmental, and economic impact. The organization aims to increase local investment opportunities, focusing on businesses that measure success against the triple bottom line—economic, ecological, and social factors. By facilitating these connections, Fund Milwaukee seeks to ensure that economic power remains within the local community, fostering vibrant, livable neighborhoods and healthy ecosystems. The organization operates by introducing local investors to businesses seeking growth, offering both loan and equity investment options. Loans typically range from $500 to $2,500, with repayment schedules varying from monthly to annually. Equity investments involve purchasing a percentage of the business, with minimums ranging from $1,000 to $50,000. Fund Milwaukee emphasizes transparency and collaboration between investors and business owners, aiming to solve social problems through entrepreneurial efforts. Fund Milwaukee is managed by a group of volunteers who are not investment professionals. They organize meetings and educational resources about local investing but do not offer legal, financial, or investment advice. The organization does not solicit, offer, recommend, or endorse any investment opportunities, and any financial decisions made are at the individual's own risk. Their mission is to work toward a strong, sustainable, and resilient Milwaukee by engaging local residents in the creative process and shared risk of entrepreneurial problem-solving.

Investment Focus

• Businesses must be located in the Milwaukee area
• Commitment to social, environmental, and economic impact
• Willingness to collaborate with local investors

Portfolio Companies