Advancing UW-Madison
Partnering with alumni and friends to move the UW forward
The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association combines the expertise of the University of Wisconsin Foundation and the Wisconsin Alumni Association to strengthen and enhance UW–Madison’s status as a world-class university.
University of Wisconsin Foundation
The University of Wisconsin Foundation (UWF) is the official fundraising and gift-receiving organization for the University of Wisconsin–Madison. The Foundation is the university’s development and financial partner.
Established in 1945, the Foundation was created and is governed by a board of UW–Madison alumni and donors.
supportuw.org
Wisconsin Alumni Association
Since 1861, the Wisconsin Alumni Association (WAA) has been enriching the lives of UW alumni and keeping them connected to their alma mater. WAA engages alumni and friends in support and celebration of the UW. The association offers programs, communications, and publications that connect alumni to the university and each other.
uwalumni.com
Featured Initiatives
Learn more about key initiatives that help to sustain the university. Find ways to engage with the UW — from alumni programs and advocacy events to priority fundraising opportunities and donor publications.
Jobs at WFAA
WFAA offers a competitive salary and benefits in a workplace culture that is positive, inspiring, and inclusive.
Development Program Specialist, Gift Planning & Legal Affairs
Development Division
The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA)*, the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for UW-Madison, is recruiting for a Development Program Specialist to join a team responsible for planning and executing development programs on behalf of the Gift Planning and Legal Affairs areas. Responsibilities for this position include Gift Planning Administration, Legal Affairs Administration, and Donor Relations and […]
Read MoreManaging Director / Managing Senior Director of Stewardship & Donor Relations
Stewardship Division
Join us in moving the UW forward. The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA)*, the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for UW-Madison, is recruiting for an experienced strategic Managing Director / Managing Senior Director of Stewardship & Donor Relations professional. This critical role is responsible for leading the strategy and operations of a comprehensive stewardship and donor relations program […]
Read MoreExecutive Assistant to President and CEO
Operations & Administration Division
The Wisconsin Foundation and Alumni Association (WFAA)*, the private fundraising and alumni relations organization for UW-Madison, is recruiting for an experienced and dynamic Executive Assistant to support the President and CEO and members of the senior leadership team.
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Annual Report
Each year, we prepare an annual report to showcase the impact of gifts to the university and detail our financial performance.
Learn MoreEmployee Benefits
We provide health, dental, a generous 401(k), and an array of other benefits.
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