WHO WE ARE

The foundation is the philanthropic arm of Tempo Madison. An organization of 200+ leading women in business, public service, academia, and the arts.

WHAT WE DO

The foundation provides financial support for initiatives and activities that enhance the skills, networks, and opportunities of TEMPO Madison women leaders and emerging leaders, addressing the challenges they face in advancing in their fields.

HOW WE DO IT

The foundation funds a variety of initiatives intended to meet the needs of women, TEMPO Madison members, and others, where they are:

Supporting Education/Leadership Advancement

• Scholarships
• Leadership development series
• Women on Boards

Temporary Support

• No strings attached (helping women stay afloat at the most basic level)
• Kiva lending program

Encourage Legacy

• Providing an avenue for women-to-women philanthropy

TEMPO of Madison Foundation, Inc. is a 501 (c) 3 tax-exempt organization created by visionary TEMPO Madison members to support future generations of women leaders.  The Foundation handles all philanthropic efforts related to TEMPO of Madison's mission, which includes awarding need-based scholarships to graduating high school seniors and grants to support the advancement of professional women. 

The Foundation Board was initially comprised of every past president of TEMPO Madison. In 2022, the Foundation was restructured to create a 9-member Board of Directors. To maintain alignment between the two organizations, the TEMPO of Madison Immediate Past President fills the role of Foundation President, with the remaining positions elected by Foundation membership.