Common Wealth Development

Common Wealth supports and preserves the vitality of neighborhoods in the Madison Metropolitan area. Our work serves as the bedrock of healthy community and economic development, with projects aimed at improving the housing and business climate of our neighborhoods through a people-first approach centered on racial equity and community level health improvement. Core program areas: 1) help young businesses through affordable space and business incubation; 2) coach youth and adults in financial literacy, job readiness and entrepreneurial leadership; 3) provide safe, stable housing opportunities for renters and aspiring home owners; 4) integrate comprehensive community health approaches to city-wide violence prevention efforts; 5) support the retention and sustainability of affordable land in Madison and Dane County.