MILWAUKEE — The MKE 2024 Host Committee donated over $5 million to around 80 nonprofit organizations across Milwaukee.
The money comes from remaining funds that were raised to support last summer’s Republican National Convention.
The funds were donated to three specific areas: youth, veterans, and shelters.
“Since day one, the Host Committee’s goal has been to showcase the city, deliver a positive economic impact, and leave a lasting legacy in our community. Thanks to businesses and the thousands of local volunteers who pitched in, we accomplished that goal,” said Alison Prange, President and COO of the MKE 2024 Host Committee. “We are hopeful that these charitable contributions will go towards leaving a long-term impact on Milwaukee.”
According to a report from the MKE 2024 Host Committee, last year’s RNC brought more than $320 million to the state and local economies.
The RNC also reported 3,441 total jobs and generated $16.8 million in state and local taxes, according to the report.
