Healthy Housing
Safe, stable and healthy housing opportunities for renters and aspiring homeowners.
Economic Development
Supporting young businesses through affordable space and business incubation.
Building Community
Fostering community engagement through partnerships and programs.
Events & Festivals
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Willy Street Fair
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Common Wealth Development
Building a Better Community
Founded in 1979, Common Wealth Development supports and preserves the vitality of neighborhoods in the Madison Metropolitan area. Our projects improve the housing and business climate of our neighborhoods and initiate important community development projects.
Our Core Program Areas
- Support young businesses through affordable space and business incubation
- Coach youth and adults in financial fluency, job readiness and entrepreneurial leadership
- Provide safe, stable housing opportunities for renters and aspiring homeowners
- Integrate comprehensive community health approaches to city-wide violence prevention efforts
- Support the retention and sustainability of affordable land in Madison and Dane County
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Commonalities
News, Updates and Announcements from Clients & Staff
Willy Street Fair Parade Coming! September 18th 2022
Willy Street Fair Parade is coming! September 18th at 11:00 am! Parade Starts at I/O Arcade parking lot If you have any questions, please email cocowisco@gmail.com
Willy Street Fair is coming! September 17th & 18th 2022
Save the Date! Willy Street Fair will be held on September 17th & 18th 2022 between 800, 900 & 1000 Blocks on Williamson Street. For more information, please visit The Willy Street Fair website here!
Harmony Bar Golf Outing 2022
RESCHEDULED: Saturday August 20 is the new date for the 2022 Harmony Bar Golf Outing for the benefit of Common Wealth Development. The Annual Harmony Bar Golf Outing is back again in 2022 and we are so excited to have you join us! We had to reschedule due to Wisconsin...
VITA Site Coordinator – Information Sessions
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