United Way brings together diverse stakeholders to address Dane County’s toughest issues. And Boardwalk Academy is one of the ways we engage community voice!   

This 9-week development series strengthens the interpersonal and professional communication skills of non-traditional community leaders, whose critical voices and perspectives are often absent from decision-making tables.  

In 2024, 17 participants completed this program. And another eight graduated our first cohort of 2025 last week!  

We’re proud of the role we play in helping the community define and understand the scale of our greatest issues, and to work collaboratively to best identify needs and solutions. This is how we achieve real change. Visit our website to learn more and get involved.