UNITED WAY OF KENOSHA COUNTY CELEBRATES SECOND ROUND OF OTTO BREMER TRUST AWARDS

United Way of Kenosha County is proud to announce its participation in the 2026 Otto Bremer Trust Community Responsive Fund award process. Through this initiative, Otto Bremer Trust selected the United Way network as an intermediary partner to help direct resources to nonprofit organizations responding to critical local needs. United Way of Kenosha County distributed $220,913 to organizations serving Kenosha County, contributing to a $4 million statewide investment through the United Way network serving Wisconsin communities.
 

United Way of Kenosha County nominated Kenosha Achievement Center, Kenosha Area Family and Aging Services, Kenosha YMCA and Shalom Center for funding in recognition of their work to strengthen our community and improve the lives of Kenosha County residents The award will help expand access to food, shelter and disability services for families. Nominations were reviewed for alignment with Otto Bremer Trust eligibility criteria, including nonprofit governance standards, financial thresholds, and programmatic impact.
The selected organizations reflect the Trust’s 2026 Focus areas and address priorities identified by United Way of Kenosha County through its deep knowledge of the community.
 

“We’re grateful to the Otto Bremer Trust for this investment in local organizations addressing critical needs across Kenosha County. United Way of Kenosha County is proud to help direct funding where it can make a tangible difference,” said Jevon Claussen, Senior Director of Community Impact Operations at United Way of Kenosha County. “These awards will help ensure residents have access to essential resources and services when they need them most.”
 

For a list of organizations receiving funding or more information, visit https://www.unitedwaywi.org/page/OttoBremerTrust. 
 

About the Otto Bremer Trust

The Otto Bremer Trust is a private charitable trust based in Saint Paul, Minn. Created in 1944 by business and community leader Otto Bremer, it is committed to supporting an enhanced quality of life for residents of Minnesota, Montana, North Dakota, and Wisconsin. Since its founding, OBT has invested more than $1 billion in its region’s people, places, and opportunities. Visit ottobremer.org.