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Madison Community Transportation Academy Final Project Presentations on June 4, 2026

Madison CTA Final Project Presentations (6/4)

May 18, 2026May 18, 2026 by Ali Hoffman in Events, News

Join us for a celebration and exploration of local transportation issues and potential solutions. Following 10 weeks of learning, we’re excited to share ideas that can make Madison a more connected and accessible community for all! Light refreshments will be provided. RSVP: Jen@1kfriends.org

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Walk and Roll 794, Rethink 794 Event on May 27, 2026, 5-7pm

Walk & Roll 794 – Final Event (5/27)

May 18, 2026May 18, 2026 by Ali Hoffman in Events, News

Join Rethink 794 on Wednesday, May 27, from 5-7pm, as they navigate the freeway’s impact today, discuss opportunities for what’s possible and recommendations for a more connected downtown.

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1000 Friends of Wisconsin is celebrating their 30th Anniversary, showing a collage of images from over the years of members

Save the date! October 8, 2026

May 18, 2026May 18, 2026 by Ali Hoffman in Events, News

Join us for 1000 Friends of Wisconsin’s 30th Anniversary on Thursday, October 8, from 5:30p-8:00p at the Goodman Community Center Brassworks Building in Madison, Wisconsin. Celebrating 30 years of protecting Wisconsin’s natural resources and building healthy communities around the state.

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1000 Friends of Wisconsin team pictured at State Capitol dome with Housing Onward logo on right

Housing-Related Legislation to Watch

May 4, 2026May 6, 2026 by Ali Hoffman in News

Ken Smith shares thoughts on the housing-related legislation from the 2025-2025 session, with a detailed breakdown of legislation passed and potential impact on broader statewide housing goals.

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Housing Onward May Update

May 4, 2026May 4, 2026 by Ali Hoffman in News

April was a full and energizing month for the 1000 Friends housing team! From Milwaukee conversations on community land trusts to housing summits, home tours, and workshops all across the state – we connected with partners and saw real progress toward expanding affordable housing in Wisconsin.

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Trevor Roark, Executive Director of 1000 Friends of Wisconsin, pictured with Governor Evers at the Earth Day 2026 event in Madison, Wisconsin.

Honoring Earth Month and Wisconsin’s Environmental Legacy

May 4, 2026May 4, 2026 by Ali Hoffman in Blog, Climate Change, Environmental Justice, News

By Trevor Roark, Executive Director / Earth Month was a real treat this year. I had the opportunity to connect with friends, meet colleagues, and briefly chat with Governor Evers at the Governor and First Lady’s Earth Day Celebration a couple of weeks ago.

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