Healthy Housing
Safe, stable and healthy housing opportunities for renters and aspiring homeowners.
Economic Development
Supporting young businesses through affordable space and business incubation.
Employment + Training Programs
Youth
Adult
Business Incubation
Startup Businesses
Growing Businesses
Available Commercial Space
Building Community
Fostering community engagement through partnerships and programs.
Events & Festivals
Sessions
Willy Street Fair
West Fest
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
Commonalities
News, Updates and Announcements from Clients & Staff
Dia De Los Muertos – Art Gallery
We are getting ready to celebrate Dia de los Muertos next week Friday, November 1, 2024. Everyone is welcome to join us, food and drinks will be provided! November 1, 2024 from 7 pm - 9 pm at the Common Wealth Gallery. Located at 100 S Baldwin St on the 3rd Floor.
Common Ground Newsletters
Did you miss a previous newsletter or just want to go back and see what we have been working on? Check out previous publications below! Common Wealth Development's quarterly newsletter for residents, commercial tenants, workforce participants, and supporters LIKE YOU....
Gallery Night
Celebrate Gallery Night by building community with your neighbors and the people who make up Common Wealth Development. We'll provide the paint, brushes, and canvasses, plus free drinks and snacks to help you create! October 4, 2024 from 6 - 10pm at the Common Wealth...
2024 Common Wealth Open
Click here to Register: 2024 Common Wealth Open Presented by the Muskellounge and Sporting Club Join the 2024 Common Wealth Open for a day of fun, golfing, prizes, and raising money for Common Wealth Development. It will be held at Bridges Golf Couse at 2702 Shopko...