Many Ways to Support the League's Voter Service and Advocacy
The League of Women Voters of Wisconsin Education Network (LWVWEN) promotes citizen participation and provides Wisconsin voters with nonpartisan, in-depth information. LWVWEN works for good state government in Wisconsin. LWVWEN is a nonprofit organization under Section 501(c)(3) of the tax code, and contributions are tax-deductible as allowed by law. The LWVWEN federal ID number is 39-1609121.
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Workplace Giving: Community Shares
The LWVWI Education Fund is a proud member of Community Shares of Wisconsin (CSW). The oldest social action fund in the country, CSW supports Wisconsin organizations that advocate, educate and seek progressive solutions to problems and issues in our state. Community Shares connects donors with the LWVWI Education Fund through workplace giving and cooperative fundraising. Please give generously to Community Shares and change the world in your own backyard. To make a secure donation online, follow the link below to the Community Shares of Wisconsin website and choose LWVWI Education Fund in the drop-down box.
Become a Monthly Donor
Keep the giving spirit alive all year round by becoming a Monthly Donor. Monthly donations make giving easy, convenient, and provide stability for the League.
For Members: Birthday Fund
Celebrate your birthday by sending a contribution to LWVWI equal to $1.00 for every year of your age. If you would rather not divulge the exact number, we encourage you to round up or send whatever amount you can afford! LWVWI will place 50% of your gift in an account designated for your local League. We will acknowledge birthday donors in Forward, the state League newsletter, unless you ask us not to. Be sure to write Birthday Fund on your check and let us know your local League.
Meg McLane Fund
The Meg McLane Fund supports an annual award to recognize Wisconsin's advocates for good government. This fund is in honor of long-time State Legislative Committee Chair Meg McLane, and the award is a tribute to Meg's legacy of advocacy work through the League on behalf of all Wisconsin citizens.
Estate Gifts
To support the future stability of the League's work in Wisconsin, consider a legacy gift to the endowment fund. Talk to your financial advisor about including the Education Fund in your estate plans. We will be happy to provide any documentation you need. Call (608) 256-0827 for more information.
Corporate Matching Gifts
Does your employer match employee charitable contributions? You may be able to double, triple or even quadruple your support of the Education Fund this way. Check with your Human Resources office today to find out, and forward your matching gift form to us with your name, contribution date, and amount. Thank you!