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We rely on charitable donations—whether cash, in-kind or product—to support our mission of helping the foodservice and hospitality industry grow and thrive. Your donation helps us present a collective voice for today’s needs and a bright future for our next business owners.

Ways you can help:

• Donate product, event space or talent
  ​It’s critical for non-profits to save every penny they can. This type of donation can be a win-win, giving you the opportunity to showcase your company while making a cashless in-kind donation.

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• Provide auction items or giveaways
  Our live and virtual auctions, raffles and drawings throughout the year helps us raise dollars for important programs. Your donation of a gift card, wine package, sporting event tickets, pizza oven… whatever you’re willing to give, we’re willing to take!
  

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Endowment Fund

Leave a lasting legacy that will positively impact the future of the foodservice industry! Individuals, companies and organizations can establish a permanent scholarship in their name, or as a memorial to a loved one, by setting up an Endowment Fund through the WRA Education Foundation.

The below chart indicates the scholarship amount your tax-deductible donation generates:

Investment               Annual Scholarship Award
                                 Each and Every Year
$10,000                   $500
$15,000                   $750
$20,000                  $1,000
$30,000                  $1,500
$40,000                  $2,000

Contact Connie Fedor for more info. 
​800.589.3211 or cfedor@wirestaurant.org

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WRA Education Foundation

Donations to the WRA Education Foundation support education and training programs vital to the industry’s future. And because the Foundation is a charitable 501(c)3 organization, your donation is tax deductible.
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Donations Support:

• Wisconsin ProStart®—the culinary and management program in more than 100 Wisconsin high schools, reaching 6,300 students.
• Student competitions and foodservice career exploration events.
• Community events that bring together schools and businesses.

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Restaurant Advocacy Fund

Let’s face it—small business owners don’t have time to monitor every debate, discussion and proposal that policymakers develop. That’s where the Wisconsin Restaurant Association’s Government Affairs Team comes into play. Our experienced staff, along with a network of members that give guidance on issues critical to our industry, help educate and influence decisions that will determine the success of the small business community.  Our approach to working with government officials is nonpartisan.  We regularly communicate and meet with members of all parties.

Wisconsin’s Restaurant Advocacy Fund helps to:

• Keep restaurateurs on top of changes in laws and regulations so you’re not in the dark 
• Advocate for legislation that’s positive for restaurants and challenge legislation that can harm the industry​

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