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Wisconsin economic development organizations

There are 278 economic development organizations in Wisconsin. Combined, these Wisconsinite economic development organizations employ 1,109 people, earn more than $337 million in revenue each year, and have assets of $738 million.
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Types of economic development organizations in Wisconsin

Nonprofit typeNumberRevenues
Economic development organizations
 
278
 
$337,442,005
Urban development organizations
 
103
 
$82,501,644
Convention centers and visitor bureaus
 
20
 
$56,256,680
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Economic development organizations by major Wisconsin cities

Metro areaNonprofitsRevenues
Milwaukee
 
59
 
$75,858,823
Madison
 
38
 
$158,787,213
Wausau
 
16
 
$4,191,927
Green Bay
 
13
 
$9,707,639
Eau Claire
 
11
 
$4,610,455
Minneapolis, MN
 
10
 
$1,598,300
Racine
 
8
 
$4,334,855
Janesville
 
8
 
$3,321,582
Appleton
 
7
 
$5,525,486
La Crosse
 
6
 
$2,518,163
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Job trends for Wisconsin economic development organizations

Employees per organizationNumber of organizations
0
 
61
1-10
 
89
11-25
 
22
26-100
 
5
101 to 1,000
 
1
1,000+
 
0
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Sizes of economic development organizations in Wisconsin

Revenues per organizationNumber of organizations
< $250k
 
111
$250k to $1M
 
67
$1M to $5M
 
33
$5M to $25M
 
12
$25M to $100M
 
0
$100M+
 
1
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Directory of economic development organizations in Wisconsin

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Madison Development Corporation

MDC coordinates public and private sectors for economic growth, creating jobs via financing small businesses and providing affordable housing.
Revenue
$6.4m
Assets
$53.1m
Employees
0
EIN
39-1277471
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Wisconsin Center for Manufacturing and Productivity

WCMP aligns resources to help small manufacturers in Wisconsin grow and reach their potential through consulting services provided by subrecipients.
Revenue
$5.5m
Assets
$1.7m
Employees
2
EIN
39-1786653
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Milwaukee Development Corporation

-investigate, implement, participate in and promote such activities as shall, in the judgment of mdc, tend to support the general community interest in a strong, vital, aesthetically exciting and economically viable greater Milwaukee community.-develop fo....
Revenue
$21.9m
Assets
$4.7m
Employees
7
EIN
93-0828687
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Northwest Side Community Development Corporation

Northwest Side CDC promotes community and economic development by partnering with residents, businesses, and organizations for resource access and neighborhood stability.
Revenue
$5.7m
Assets
$19.0m
Employees
12
EIN
39-1478014
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Near West Side Partners

Collaborative effort to revitalize and sustain Milwaukee's Near West Side, promote economic development, improved housing, neighborhood identity, branding, and safety.
Revenue
$6.1m
Assets
$7.5m
Employees
10
EIN
47-2708769
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Greater Milwaukee Convention and Visitors Bureau

Greater Milwaukee CVB markets the region to promote economic growth and improve the quality of life through branding, marketing, and selling Milwaukee.
Revenue
$8.1m
Assets
$11.8m
Employees
45
EIN
39-1079432
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Western Dairyland Economic Opportunity Council

Western Dairyland fights poverty in central Wisconsin by providing food subsidies and housing/weatherization programs.
Revenue
$18.2m
Assets
$14.2m
Employees
239
EIN
39-1076993
IRS type
501(c)(3)

Visit Pleasant Prairie

Visit Pleasant Prairie: official destination development and marketing organization positively impacting the community's quality of life by developing a unique destination.
Revenue
$804.6k
Assets
$2.2m
Employees
2
EIN
83-1490237
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Focus on Energy

Focus on Energy is Wisconsin utilities' statewide energy efficiency & renewable resource program. Since 2001, the program has worked with eligible Wisconsin residents and businesses to install cost-effective energy efficiency & renewable energy projects.
Revenue
$101.5m
Assets
$56.8m
Employees
0
EIN
26-0189586
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Visit Eau Claire

To share information about Eau Claire events and businesses, answer questions and discuss exciting and entertaining topics while creating a fun and collaborative environment for everyone.
Revenue
$2.6m
Assets
$876.8k
Employees
16
EIN
39-1366616
IRS type
501(c)(6)

La Crosse County Convention and Visitors Bureau

La Crosse County CVB improves area image, attracts visitors, and publishes attraction guides for conventions, groups, and motor coach tours.
Revenue
$2.6m
Assets
$2.1m
Employees
14
EIN
47-5565883
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Kenosha Area Convention & Visitors Bureau

The Kenosha Area Convention & Visitors Bureau is a travel information center for visitors providing them with maps, recreation, hotels, attractions, events, shopping and dining for Kenosha, Wisconsin.
Revenue
$1.6m
Assets
$1.8m
Employees
13
EIN
39-1632312
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Wisconsin Dells Visitor & Convention Bureau (WDVCB)

WDVCB's mission is to grow the economic impact of tourism through marketing, public relations and development efforts that benefit our visitors and members.
Revenue
$21.0m
Assets
$36.3m
Employees
36
EIN
39-0712705
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Destination Door County (DCVB)

To generate incremental economic impact for the community by attracting visitors with strategies that ensure sustainable tourism. Door County mixes scenic beauty with arts, entertainment and fun. From the extreme to the serene, your ideal vacation awaits.
Revenue
$9.2m
Assets
$7.4m
Employees
18
EIN
39-0247160
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Madison Region Economic Partnership

Madison Region Economic Partnership accelerates economic growth by expanding existing companies and promoting regional collaboration to enhance the quality of life.
Revenue
$8.1m
Assets
$3.2m
Employees
8
EIN
71-1015136
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Destination Madison

Destination Madison promotes Madison as a top convention and tourist spot with services for planners, plus sports marketing for events.
Revenue
$7.3m
Assets
$9.9m
Employees
41
EIN
39-1174876
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Fox Cities Convention and Visitors Bureau

Fox Cities CVB promotes the region for conventions and tourism, providing program services such as grants to area businesses.
Revenue
$2.4m
Assets
$7.0m
Employees
10
EIN
39-1607175
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Greater Green Bay Convention and Visitors Bureau

Greater Green Bay CVB markets the region to enhance visitors' experiences and increase economic impact of tourism.
Revenue
$2.7m
Assets
$5.3m
Employees
23
EIN
39-1125572
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Brookfield Convention and Visitors Bureau

The Brookfield Convention and Visitors Bureau promotes tourism, attracts conventions, and fosters interest and participation by conducting research aimed at attracting visitors through community solicitation, direct advertising, and direct solicitation.
Revenue
$766.5k
Assets
$770.5k
Employees
3
EIN
39-1649568
IRS type
501(c)(6)

Appleton Downtown

Appleton Downtown is a mission-driven organization focused on creating a vibrant and accessible destination for business, learning, living, and leisure.
Revenue
$932.3k
Assets
$879.7k
Employees
14
EIN
39-1727622
IRS type
501(c)(6)
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