UPAF News

United Performing Arts Fund searches for new president, CEO

The United Performing Arts Fund is looking for a new president and CEO. UPAF’s current leader, Deanna Tillisch, is leaving the organization this fall.

BizTimes: UPAF Ride for the Arts is on for this summer, with a new format

The United Performing Arts Fund said it will host its signature Ride for the Arts event with a new format this summer. The annual fundraiser will be held over three weekends in June to allow for a socially-distanced series of bike rides, the organization said.

Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: With pandemic in mind, UPAF turns Ride for the Arts into a three-weekend series

The United Performing Arts Fund has reconfigured its signature fundraising event this year as The UPAF Ride for the Arts Series, with Sunday rides from different locations on June 6, 13 and 27 to raise funds for local performing arts groups.

Fox6: UPAF Ride for the Arts reimagined for 2021, ensures safety for all

WUWM: Virtual Art Experiences Reach More Wisconsinites But Aren't As Lucrative For Artists

While many businesses have adapted to a new normal during the pandemic, arts and music venues have continued to struggle. Many performing artists count on a packed audience to make ends meet. The pandemic halted all of that and artists have had to pivot to more virtual, and often less lucrative experiences.

Milwaukee Business Journal: UPAF announces final 2019 campaign total, details on new fund

Leaders of the United Performing Arts Fund announced the final fundraising totals for the 2019 campaign and more details on a new education fund named for the daughter of retiring president and CEO Deanna Tillisch at the organization’s annual meeting Monday evening.

Milwaukee Business Journal: UPAF names Garrison, Mortara, Rodriguez as 2020 campaign co-chairs

The United Performing Arts Fund said Tuesday that its 2020 campaign will be led by Tami Garrison, community affairs director of MillerCoors; Justin Mortara, principal of the Mortara Group; and Rolando Rodriguez, chairman, president and CEO of Marcus Theatres.

BizTimes: UPAF names 2020 Campaign co-chairs

The United Performing Arts Fund announced Tuesday that it has named three Milwaukee business leaders as co-chairs for the 2020 UPAF Campaign.

BizTimes: UPAF Allocating $8.8 million to Member Groups

The United Performing Arts Fund announced it is allocating $8.8 million to its 14 member groups.

BizTimes: UPAF leader Deanna Tillisch to retire after organization’s 2020 campaign

The United Performing Arts Fund this week announced its president and chief executive officer Deanna Tillisch will retire following the fund’s 2020 campaign.