Bridgett Gonzalez

Grants Director

Bridgett brings a passion for providing opportunities for underserved youth. She collaborates across sectors to foster hope by supporting programs that build pathways through youth sports, access to mental health, as well as internships and job training programs. In addition to the Youth Development grants area, Bridgett oversees The Arts portfolio. Within the arts, she is focused on youth having access to the arts and ensuring that communities are empowered to celebrate their rich cultural identity. Moreover, she takes pride in coordinating special projects locally and internationally to honor our Founders’ lives and legacy. She plays an active Board role for NAMI of Southeastern WI, an advisory role for Teens Grow Greens, the Children Come First Committee and Imagine MKE’s Building Arts Philanthropy Council. She holds a bachelor’s degree from Marquette University, a master’s degree in business from Cardinal Stritch University, and is currently pursuing a Master of Science degree in community psychology at Alverno College.

Fun fact: Bridgett enjoys training for and participating in triathlons. She has finished four thus far.