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  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
April 8, 2026 at 12:54 PM

April eNews

Email from 1000 Friends of Wisconsin Honoring Our Roots This Earth Day + Book Giveaway! View as Webpage - April 2026 Earth Day: Reflecting on 30 Years of Stewardship Earth Day is celebrated annually on April 22 Wisconsin has a special connection to Earth Day, with its founder, Gaylord Nelson, servin…
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
March 3, 2026 at 5:07 PM

March eNews

Email from 1000 Friends of Wisconsin Today is The Big Share! View as Webpage - Mar. 2026 Today is The Big Share! Donate from 2-3 p.m. to help us earn extra donations $ This online day of giving supports the 82 member nonprofits of Community Shares of Wisconsin, including 1000 Friends of Wisconsin. O…
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
February 9, 2026 at 10:25 PM

Promoting Public Transit

Email from 1000 Friends of Wisconsin Your Feedback requested We'd love your feedback! Hello Members and Friends! Please consider joining our online focus group. We are gathering feedback on key public transit messages to understand what types of messages will resonate best with a Wisconsin audience.…
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
February 4, 2026 at 3:40 PM

February eNews

Email from 1000 Friends of Wisconsin Making an Impact View as Webpage - Feb. 2026 Today is Transit Equity Day ... Join Our Webinar! Just as Rosa Parks refused to move from her seat on the bus in 1955, leading to a United States Supreme Court decision that declared the Alabama and Montgomery laws re…
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
January 13, 2026 at 7:56 PM

January eNews

Email from 1000 Friends of Wisconsin Making an Impact View as Webpage - Jan. 2026 Data Center Webinar Tonight! The emergence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) models is changing the way people interact with the internet. It is also changing the physical landscape of communities across Wisconsin. Our s…
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
December 31, 2025 at 10:37 PM

Happy New Year!

Email from 1000 Friends of Wisconsin Happy New Year from 1KF View as Webpage - Dec 31st 2025 We'd like to wish you a spectacular 2026! We hope it's healthier, happier, and more hospitable than 2025. To do the work we do isn't easy and we can't succeed without the support of our members and donors. W…
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
December 14, 2025 at 10:34 PM

December eNews

Email from 1000 Friends of Wisconsin What's Happening in Dec. View as Webpage - Dec. 2025 And ... We're Hiring! We’re excited to announce we're hiring 3 new employees! We're building our team for the 2-year, statewide housing campaign! The new team will lead an effort to affect policy change at the…
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
December 2, 2025 at 11:01 AM

Giving Tuesday

Email from 1000 Friends of Wisconsin Support Our Work 1000 Friends of Wisconsin | P O Box 25 | Steves Point, WI 54481 US Unsubscribe | Constant Contact Data Notice
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
November 6, 2025 at 9:10 PM

November eNews

Email from 1000 Friends of Wisconsin What's Happening in Nov. View as Webpage - Nov. 2025 Let's Welcome Our New Board Members! We’re excited to welcome our newest Board members to the team! Jenasea Hameister, Justyn Huckleberry, and David Salmon (from left to right) were elected at the Q3 Board me…
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October 23, 2025 at 1:23 PM

October eNews

Email from 1000 Friends of Wisconsin What's Happening in Oct. Oct. 2025 How Did 'Week Without Driving' Go? Every year communities across the country participate in the Week Without Driving Challenge, created by America Walks, to highlight the day-to-day reality that non-drivers face; unreliable tran…
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
September 29, 2025 at 6:44 PM

September eNews

Email from 1000 Friends of Wisconsin What's Happening in Sept/Oct. Sept. 2025 Safe Streets Academies Provided Fresh Perspectives in Milwaukee In late August, two cohorts of our Milwaukee Safe Streets Academies conducted walk-roll audits of major project WisDOT project areas in their respective neigh…
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
August 20, 2025 at 10:04 AM

August eNews

Email from 1000 Friends of Wisconsin What's Happening in Aug. AUG 2025 Join Our Board! Thank you, Jean Wells & Lynn Hobbie, for your years of service on our Board! We couldn't have steered this ship without your thoughtful insights, dedicated help, and commitment to our mission. Jean, we're also gr…
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
August 4, 2025 at 4:29 PM

Safe Streets Academy UPDATE!

Email from 1000 Friends of Wisconsin Registration Extended! 4 AUGUST, 2025 MKE Safe Streets Academies Registration Still Open, Date Changes Did you miss the deadline to sign up for our Milwaukee Safe Streets Academies? We've extended the registration and pushed dates back! Safe Streets Academy will …
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
July 29, 2025 at 5:19 PM

July eNews

Email from 1000 Friends of Wisconsin What's Happening in July and Aug. JULY 2025 Please Welcome Raphie, Jen, & Rory to the Team! Over the last month, we have seen a transition of staffing bringing us back to a full team, transporting in fresh perspectives and blood, while continuing to build on the…
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
June 24, 2025 at 8:11 PM

June eNews

Email from 1000 Friends of Wisconsin What's Happening in June JUNE 2025 Please wish Robin the best! Robin Wagner, our Director of Operations, has accepted a full time gig with the DNR and we're going to miss her dearly! Robin spent 15 years with 1000 Friends, helping us with all things tech, logisti…
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
May 19, 2025 at 1:10 PM

May eNews

Email from 1000 Friends of Wisconsin What's Happening in May MAY 2025 1000 Friends of Wisconsin is on Bluesky! Find us there: @1000FriendsWisc.bsky.social Please help us say goodbye to Carl! Carl Glasemeyer, our Land Use & Transportation Policy Director, has accepted another job for MnDOT and we're…
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
April 14, 2025 at 2:50 PM

Meet our new Executive Director!

Email from 1000 Friends of Wisconsin Check out April & May events APRIL 2025 1000 Friends of Wisconsin is on Bluesky! Find us there: @1000FriendsWisc.bsky.social It's official! Trevor Roark is our new Executive Director Read more about Trevor on our website "I'm extremely excited and honored to be …
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
March 21, 2025 at 2:31 PM

Meet our new Executive Director!

Email from 1000 Friends of Wisconsin Check out March events 1000 Friends of Wisconsin is on Bluesky! Find us there: @1000FriendsWisc.bsky.social Make a plan to vote! The next statewide election is Tuesday, April 1st. For more information about what is on the ballot, how to register, and where to vo…
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
March 3, 2025 at 3:31 PM

Special events edition

Email from 1000 Friends of Wisconsin Support Big Share March 4th! 1000 Friends of Wisconsin is on Bluesky! Find us there: @1000FriendsWisc.bsky.social Don't miss our March 5th Webinar For more information. REGISTER HERE Tuesday, May 4 is The Big Share, an online day of giving that supports 1000 Frie…
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
February 20, 2025 at 4:03 PM

March Webinar Details

Email from 1000 Friends of Wisconsin Support Big Share! 1000 Friends of Wisconsin is on Bluesky! Find us there: @1000FriendsWisc.bsky.social Don't miss our March 5th Webinar For more information. REGISTER HERE Tuesday, May 4 is The Big Share, an online day of giving that supports 1000 Friends of Wis…
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
January 30, 2025 at 4:02 PM

Welcome new board members

Email from 1000 Friends of Wisconsin Milwaukee office updates and more As we head into the new year I wanted to take a moment to say thank you for your continuing interest and trust. Your involvement is integral to the success and vibrancy of our organization, and we are truly grateful for your ongo…
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
December 29, 2024 at 8:29 PM

Happy New Year! 2024 highlights...

Email from 1000 Friends of Wisconsin We're Hiring! As we embrace the spirit of the season, we wanted to take a moment to extend our warmest wishes to you and your loved ones. Your support has been instrumental in making 1000 Friends flourish throughout the year. We are immensely thankful for your co…
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
December 23, 2024 at 3:31 PM

2024 Highlights!

Email from 1000 Friends of Wisconsin We're Hiring! 2024 Highlights - take a look! Take a look at our 2024 highlights! We're excited to share what we've been up to this year. We're also excited to head into 2025 with big plans for a busy year! We appreciate your support and helping us make this all h…
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
November 26, 2024 at 8:51 PM

Join our webinar!

Email from 1000 Friends of Wisconsin We're Hiring! As we head into the new year, we will continue to focus on the many issues that are associated with land use policies and activities that advance healthy communities, positive economic outcomes, and environmental benefits in Wisconsin. Our goal is t…
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
August 26, 2024 at 3:00 PM

Zoning Forum - Join us!

Register Today Register Today! There is no charge for this event but registration is required. Details Here 1000 Friends of Wisconsin | 608-259-1000 | 1kfriends.org We are working remotely so please contact us via email at Deb Nemeth Carl Glasemeyer Susan Gaeddert Robin Wagner Address: 1000 Frien…
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
August 12, 2024 at 3:15 PM

Join our webinar!

We're Hiring! 1000 Friends Webinar Series Exclusionary Zoning Wednesday August 14 Noon - 1:00 PM with Matt Mleczko Matt Mleczko is a Post-Doctoral Associate at Rutgers University. He received his Ph.D. in Population Studies and Social Policy from Princeton University in 2024 and received the 2023 Ir…
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
March 5, 2024 at 9:44 PM

Support the BIG SHARE!

Donate NOW! THE BIG SHARE IS TODAY! Don't miss the video below where Susan Gaeddert shares some of the big things we've doing in 2024. The Big Share® is Tuesday, March 5! Now in its tenth year, this online day of giving hosted by Community Shares is a fun and easy way to support 1000 Friends of Wi…
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
March 4, 2024 at 9:04 PM

Support the BIG SHARE!

Donate now and beat the rush! BIG SHARE officially starts tomorrow but you can beat the rush GIVE TODAY and get 1kfriends off to a BIG start! Watch the video below where Susan Gaeddert shares some of the big things we've doing in 2024! The Big Share® is Tuesday, March 5! Now in its tenth year, this…
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
February 7, 2024 at 6:14 PM

Passenger Rail Webinar tomorrow

Still time to register! REGISTER TODAY! The webinar is tomorrow at noon. There are several planning efforts underway to expand passenger rail in Wisconsin. Awarded $2.5 million by the federal government, Wisconsin Department of Transportation will study expanding and adding new service along 5 corri…
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
February 5, 2024 at 7:02 PM

We're off to a great start in 2024

Webinar series starts this month! REGISTER TODAY! For more information! Civil Rights Investigation of I-94 Project The Federal Highway Administration is investigating a Title VI civil rights compliant for the proposed I-94 expansion in Milwaukee. Members of the Coalition for More Responsible Transpo…
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
December 31, 2023 at 4:01 PM

2023 Highlights

Best wishes for a Happy & Healthy New Year Our accomplishments are a testament to the incredible dedication and resilience of our staff, the communities we serve, our foundation partners and you, our individual donors. Your belief in our mission, your financial generosity, and your commitment to a h…
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
December 29, 2023 at 9:58 PM

2023 Highlights

Best wishes for a Happy & Healthy New Year Our accomplishments are a testament to the incredible dedication and resilience of our staff, the communities we serve, our foundation partners and you, our individual donors. Your belief in our mission, your financial generosity, and your commitment to a h…
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
December 21, 2023 at 7:50 PM

2023 Highlights

Best wishes for a Happy Holiday Season! Check out more 2023 highlights! Now we're excited to build on these accomplishments in 2024 and we can use your help!. Good News for 2024! Madison Amtrak plan gets big lift with federal money The state will start planning how to connect Madison to Chicago, Mil…
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
November 28, 2023 at 11:14 PM

Giving Tuesday

Or giving any day! It's not too late! Tuesday or any day is a good time to support promoting healthy communities across the state. Sensible transportation decisions and sound land use planning protect people and the environment every day. Ways to give Text: 608-405-6979 Mail a check: 820 W. Wingra D…
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
November 22, 2023 at 4:05 PM

November news & updates

Wishing you a tasty Thanksgiving! We're very excited to have Carl on the ground in Milwaukee! [email protected] Carl Glasemeyer Transportation Policy Analyst Milwaukee Office Carl entered the field of urban planning as a citizen advocate while working as a visual artist and educator. After graduati…
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
June 7, 2023 at 3:16 PM

Legislative Alert and more...

It's Summertime in Wisconsin! JFC Contact Information Speak up for funding increase for public transportation in Wisconsin! Legislative Alert - Take Action Today! TOMORROW the state's budget committee (Joint Finance Committee or JFC) is taking up the Department of Transportation budget. This is a …
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
May 15, 2023 at 4:02 PM

May news & updates

Welcome Spring! The webinar is free but registration required Registration link: [link removed] On Wednesday, March 22, 2023 at the Overture Center for the Arts, the Wisconsin Academy launched the 2022 Climate Fast Forward Action Plan in a public briefing. Gregg May,1kfriends Transportation Policy …
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
March 7, 2023 at 8:38 PM

Big Share

1000 reasons to support us! Big Share - Please support 1000 Friends! Click here for 1000 reasons to support us! DONATE NOW! 1000 Friends of Wisconsin | 608-259-1000 | 1kfriends.org We are working remotely so please contact us via email at: [email protected] New Address: 1000 Friends of Wisco…
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
March 6, 2023 at 6:35 PM

Big Share and March Webinar

March Webinar - Register today. Big Share - Please support 1000 Friends! Learn more about our work at Leopold School by watching this video! DONATE NOW! March Webinar! Equity in Climate Action Planning A growing number of localities in Wisconsin are adopting resolutions and action plans to address…
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
February 1, 2023 at 4:16 PM

January updates and exciting news!

Register for the February Webinar! Click here for 2022 highlights and a look ahead at 2023! Exciting News I-794 in Milwaukee is nominated for Congress for the New Urbanism’s 2023 Freeways Without Futures report. Rethink 794 joins nine other campaigns advocating for equity and reconnection during a …
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
January 16, 2023 at 3:01 PM

Safe Routes - Safer Communities

January Webinar - Register today. 1000 Friends of Wisconsin Webinar - Register TODAY! Click Here to Register 1000 Friends of Wisconsin | 608-259-1000 | 1kfriends.org We are working remotely so please contact us via email at: [email protected] New Address: 1000 Friends of Wisconsin P.O.Box 25…
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
December 30, 2022 at 8:31 PM

2022 HIGHLIGHTS and what's ahead in 2023

There is still time for a special End of the Year Gift! Click here for 2022 highlights and a look ahead at 2023! Click here to make your End of the Year special online donation! Dear Friends, With your help we've accomplished so much in 2022 and we can't slow down now! We need your help with a spec…
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
December 28, 2022 at 5:27 PM

2022 HIGHLIGHTS and what's ahead in 2023

Reminder - Time for a special End of the Year Gift! Click here for 2022 highlights and a look ahead at 2023! Click here to make your End of the Year special online donation! Dear Friends, With your help we've accomplished so much in 2022 and we can't slow down now! We need your help with a special …
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
December 23, 2022 at 5:19 PM

2022 HIGHLIGHTS and what's ahead in 2023

Happy Holidays! Dear Friends, With your help we've accomplished so much in 2022 and we can't slow down now! We need your help with a special year end gift to get us off to a great start in 2023. Let's work together to promote safe and healthy communities through our work on safe routes and complete…
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
November 28, 2022 at 3:04 PM

The Future of Electric Buses in Wisconsin

Webinar - Register today. 1000 Friends of Wisconsin Webinar - Register TODAY! Future of Electric Buses in Wisconsin Wednesday, November 30th 12-1pm Susan Mudd Environmental Law & Policy Center Attorney & Senior Policy Advocate Susan directs ELPC's Diesel Pollution Initiative to protect children's a…
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
November 22, 2022 at 10:36 PM

The Future of Electric Buses in Wisconsin

Webinar - Register today. 1000 Friends of Wisconsin Webinar - Register TODAY! Future of Electric Buses in Wisconsin Wednesday, November 30th 12-1pm Susan Mudd Environmental Law & Policy Center Attorney & Senior Policy Advocate Susan directs ELPC's Diesel Pollution Initiative to protect children's a…
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
October 18, 2022 at 7:00 PM

Last chance to register for October webinar!

Register today. 1K Friends Webinar: Rethink I-794 TOMORROW -October 19, 12-1pm Our Rethink 794 campaign is reimagining I-794 in downtown Milwaukee as an at-grade boulevard that reconnects Downtown and the Third Ward. Working with a local architect and landscape architect, our team has developed ren…
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
August 25, 2022 at 5:08 PM

September 7th Webinar. Register today!

Make Way for Pedestrians! Get ready for Pedestrian Safety Month in October! Pedestrian Safety Month is a great time to evaluate the pedestrian networks where you live and advocate for better sidewalks, crosswalks, curb cuts, and more. Join us for a webinar on September 7, 2022 from 12-1pm. Susan Gae…
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
August 17, 2022 at 6:35 PM

Climate, Webinar, Updates, New Reports

Register for our next webinar! Good News for Climate Inflation Reduction Act makes historic climate investment with goal that reduces carbon emissions by roughly 40% by 2030. Watch for a special e-news summary coming soon! Don't miss our September Webinar Get ready for Pedestrian Safety Month in Oc…
  1000 Friends of Wisconsin · [email protected]
July 15, 2022 at 2:00 PM

July 20th Webinar. Register today!

Resilient Cities are for the Birds! Our July 20th webinar is for the birds! Alex Halverson and Eric Phillips will discuss why bird-friendly cities are resilient cities. Enhancing ecological conservation within our built landscapes is vital if we are to address the social, economic, and environmenta…